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When did Earl Scruggs pass away?

  • 2012

  • 2010

  • 2005

  • 2015

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In 2012, the music world lost one of its greatest banjo players with the passing of Earl Scruggs. Scruggs, known as the Father of Bluegrass Banjo, revolutionized the instrument and left an indelible mark on the genre. His ground-breaking three-finger picking style, coupled with his melodic approach, transformed the banjo from a background instrument to a lead voice. Scruggs' virtuosity and influence continue to shape bluegrass music to this day.
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