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Who was the first native West Virginian elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame?
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South Charleston native Larry Combs is most associated with this instrument.
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Clarksburg native Phyllis Curtin is best remembered for what style of music?
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Nat Reese was known for his unique stylings of what kind of music?
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Kenova's Michael W. Smith is one of the best-selling artists in this type of music.
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What Fayette County native is best known for his country and gospel duets with Eleanora Niera (maiden name)?
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Claude Jeter was the leader of this band.
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This musician went by the nickname "Piano Man."
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This musician co-created and served as host of the Mountain Stage radio program for 38 years.
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This Mingo Countian was the first West Virginian to be honored with a National Heritage Fellowship.
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