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Who was the first native West Virginian elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame?
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These early country music stars from Kanawha County had hits such as Dust On the Bible" and "I Want to be Loved?"
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This singer and pianist earned the title "West Virginia's First Lady of Gospel Music."
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Which TV show did this Moundsville native NOT write the theme song for?
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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 the 1930s and 1940s, this company's employees starred in their own national radio variety program.
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In 2011, Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. received national acclaim after winning this TV contest.
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Banjo player Sylvia O'Brien was the sister of this traditional musician.
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Lincoln County's Elaine Purkey wrote this labor anthem.
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This musician went by the nickname "Piano Man."
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