Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame

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You probably know that Elvis Presley, B. B. King and Faith Hill are from
Mississippi. But few people realize that many more talented musicians
known the world over hail from our state. These artists are now being rec-
ognized for their contributions to America s musical heritage in the newly
formed Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame. Their backgrounds, inspirations
and stories all come to life in this book.
"As the only living member of the original Blackwood Brothers, that started in Choctaw County,
Mississippi in 1934,1 am proud to be a part of this historic book that tells the story of the many
Mississippi musicians that have contributed so much to the culture of our beloved state and
nation—-James Blackwood
"What an incredible lesson in history the Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame brings to us! My
native state has been, and remains, a rich source of talented musicians that can follow in the foot-... Tovább

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You probably know that Elvis Presley, B. B. King and Faith Hill are from
Mississippi. But few people realize that many more talented musicians
known the world over hail from our state. These artists are now being rec-
ognized for their contributions to America s musical heritage in the newly
formed Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame. Their backgrounds, inspirations
and stories all come to life in this book.
"As the only living member of the original Blackwood Brothers, that started in Choctaw County,
Mississippi in 1934,1 am proud to be a part of this historic book that tells the story of the many
Mississippi musicians that have contributed so much to the culture of our beloved state and
nation—-James Blackwood
"What an incredible lesson in history the Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame brings to us! My
native state has been, and remains, a rich source of talented musicians that can follow in the foot-
steps of those that preceded them. It is time Mississippi be recognized for its enormous contribu-
tion to musical art throughout history. I hope that this book will present our rich musical her-
itage to the world and make all Mississippi proud of their musical heritage—Leontyne Price
"i have found that there is a certain mystique about Mississippi Perhaps it is our
caring, decent, generous people, our beautiful natural wonders, or the fact that Mississippi
equates with music. Music is good for the soul, and a life without music is barren. Mississippi
has enriched the world by sharing its treasures—our many varied and talented musicians and
—Pat Owens Fordice, First Lady of Mississippi (1992-2000) Vissza