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This Wheeling native was one of the most highly regarded saxophonists of the jazz era.
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What country music star began his career in the C-Notes band?
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This singer and pianist earned the title "West Virginia's First Lady of Gospel Music."
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"John Hardy" is a famous folk song about a hanging in what coalfield city.
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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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WVU artist-in-residence Ellie Mannette is often considered the "father" of this instrument.
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This person was NOT an inaugural inductee into the West Virginia Hall of Fame in 2007.
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This group had hits with "Build Your Treasures in Heaven" and "Moonlight on West Virginia."
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This banjo player was the subject of a documentary made by international recording artist Taj Majal.
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What West Virginian had a country hit with "Lonesome 7-7203?"
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