Jean Ritchie

Jean Ritchie (December 8, 1922 – June 1, 2015) was an American folk music singer, songwriter, and Appalachian dulcimer player. Elektra records signed her and released three albums: Jean Ritchie Sings (1952), Songs of Her Kentucky Mountain Family (1957) and A Time for Singing (1962). Ritchie was born in Viper, Kentucky.

Jean Ritchie
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Jean Ritchie after a performance on April 26, 2008.
Born(1922-12-08)December 8, 1922
DiedJune 1, 2015(2015-06-01) (aged 92)
OccupationSinger-songwriter
Years active1948–2015
Spouse(s)George Pickow (1950–2010; his death); 2 children
Musical career
GenresFolk
InstrumentsAppalachian dulcimer, Vocals
LabelsFolkways, Elektra, Sire, Greenhays, Flying Fish, Riverside, Tradition, Argo, Collector, June Appal Recordings, Pacific Cascade Records, Warner Brothers

Ritchie died in Berea, Kentucky, aged 92.

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