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Which one of the following songs was supposedly inspired by Fairmont native Johnnie Johnson?
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This singer and pianist earned the title "West Virginia's First Lady of Gospel Music."
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During his career, this South Charleston instrument maker made made 86 violins, 14 violas, 65 cellos, one double bass, and six bows.
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In 2011, Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. received national acclaim after winning this TV contest.
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This group had hits with "Build Your Treasures in Heaven" and "Moonlight on West Virginia."
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This Summers County songwriter recorded one of the earliest known songs about the Monongah Mine Disaster.
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Nat Reese was known for his unique stylings of what kind of music?
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This country musician ran a store opposite Wheeling's Capitol Theatre, where he performed regularly.
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"The Wreck on the C&O" is a folk song about a deadly train wreck near which city?
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This Boone County crooner was known for offbeat songs such as "Chicken Walk."
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