MONROE, CHARLIE
(1903–1975)
MONROE, CHARLIE (b. Rosine, Ky., July 4, 1903–September 27, 1975) Elder brother of BILL MONROE and one half of The Monroe Brothers duo, Charlie went on to have a minor career leading older-styled bands through the late 1950s. A lower-keyed guitarist and singer than his very highly energized brother, Charlie split from Bill in 1938, leading first a trio known as The Monroe Boys and then a band called The Kentucky Pardners . Alumni of his band include many well-known names in BLUEGRASS and…