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Maybelle Carter

Musician

Born: Died: American

"Mother" Maybelle Carter was an American country musician and "among the first" to use the Carter scratch, with which she "helped to turn the guitar into a lead instrument." It was named after her. She was a member of the original Carter Family act from the late 1920s until the early 1940s and a member of the Carter Sisters and Mother Maybelle group.

Notable For

American country musician

Maybelle Carter's Historical Timeline

  1. Maybelle Carter is born

    Maybelle Carter, American musician, known for american country musician, was born on 1909-05-10.

  2. American folk and country music singer Maybelle Addington (17) weds music manager Ezra Carter (27), until his death in 1

    American folk and country music singer Maybelle Addington (17) weds music manager Ezra Carter (27), until his death in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Maybelle Carter born?
Maybelle Carter was born on 1909-05-10 (American).
What is Maybelle Carter known for?
American country musician
What historical events involved Maybelle Carter?
Maybelle Carter was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Maybelle Carter is born, American folk and country music singer Maybelle Addington (17) weds music manager Ezra Carter (27), until his death in 1.
When did Maybelle Carter die?
Maybelle Carter died on 1978-01-01.

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