- Home
- / Jimmie Rodgers
- / What type of performers influenced Jimmie Rodgers' music during his time working on the railroad?
What type of performers influenced Jimmie Rodgers' music during his time working on the railroad?
Gandy dancers
Jazz musicians
Opera singers
Folk singers
Answer
While working on the railroad, Jimmie Rodgers was influenced by the music of the gandy dancers, who were railroad workers known for their impromptu blues performances. These performances helped shape Rodgers' musical style and contributed to his development as an artist.
Yodel Your Way to Glory: The Ultimate Jimmie Rodgers Quiz!
More Questions
When did Jimmie Rodgers die?
What was Jimmie Rodgers' nickname related to his profession before becoming a singer?
What year was Jimmie Rodgers diagnosed with tuberculosis?
Which famous recording sessions did Jimmie Rodgers participate in?
What was the title of Jimmie Rodgers' first successful recording?
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox