Maybelle Carter

Known as the "Mother of Country Music," Maybelle Carter was a foundational American musician whose innovative guitar style shaped the sound of country, folk, and rock music. As a member of the original Carter Family, her "Carter Scratch" technique transformed the guitar from a rhythm instrument into a lead instrument. After the original trio disbanded, she continued performing for decades with her daughters *Helen*, *Anita*, and *June Carter* as Mother Maybelle and the Carter Sisters, becoming a beloved matriarch at the Grand Ole Opry. Her influence is vast, with her recordings for labels like #RCA Victor# and #Columbia# remaining essential listening for generations of musicians.