John Hartford, American singer-songwriter and fiddler (died 2001)

John Hartford

American singer-songwriter and musician (1937–2001)

John Cowan Hartford was an American folk, country, and bluegrass composer and musician known for his mastery of the fiddle and banjo, as well as for his witty lyrics, unique vocal style, and extensive knowledge of Mississippi River lore. His most successful song is "Gentle on My…