MONTGOMERY, MELBA
(*1938)
MONTGOMERY, MELBA (b. Iron City, Tenn., October 14, 1938) Montgomery is best known as a duet partner for other country artists, including GEORGE JONES and Charlie Louvin (of THE LOUVIN BROTHERS ). Born in Tennessee but raised in rural Alabama, Montgomery was introduced to music as a young girl by her father, who taught singing at her hometown's Methodist church, as well as played FIDDLE and GUITAR at parties. Along with her brothers she formed a family harmony band, performing at fairs, talent…