Bluegrass music has always been shaped by the passionate musicians who have been just as much a part of it as it has been a part of them. Bill Monroe, Curtis Blackwell, Ralph Stanley, and Ricky Skaggs all played a big part in keeping this style of music alive. Monroe, frequently called the “Father of Bluegrass,” made the fast-playing and rich harmonies popular. Curtis Blackwell and Ralph Stanley kept the traditional bluegrass sound alive, while Ricky Skaggs made it popular with more people. These artists helped make Bluegrass an important part of Appalachian culture, sharing the culture and pride of Appalachia with the world.
