John Hartford
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- December 30, 1937
- Place of birth
- New York City, New York, USA
- Died
- June 4, 2001
Biography
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. Hartford performed with a variety of ensembles throughout his career, and is perhaps best known for his solo performances where he would interchange the guitar, banjo, and fiddle from song to song. He also invented his own shuffle tap dance move, and clogged on an amplified piece of plywood while he played and sang.
Movies with John Hartford
- Down from the Mountain 2001 · ★ 7.6
- The Return of the Beverly Hillbillies 1981 · ★ 5.8
- Nanci Griffith: Other Voices, Other Rooms 1993
- Banjoes, Fiddles & Riverboats: John Hartford and the General Jackson 1991
- Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music 2019
- The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour: The 20th Reunion 1988