I’m a farmer with a mandolin and a high tenor voice.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that Bill Monroe is a farmer who also plays the mandolin and has a very high-pitched singing voice. Even though he works on a farm, he is also a talented musician who can play a unique instrument and sing in a special way.
About Bill Monroe
Bill Monroe, the ‘Father of Bluegrass,’ was an American musician who created the bluegrass music genre. He described it as a unique blend of Scottish bagpipes, old-time fiddling, and various religious and musical influences from the South.
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