John Hartford
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- December 30, 1937
- Died
- June 4, 2001
- Birthplace
- New York City, New York, USA
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.
Filmography
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music 2019
as Self (archive footage)
Down from the Mountain 2001
as Self
O Brother, Where Art Thou? 2000
Thanks
Nanci Griffith: Other Voices, Other Rooms 1993
as Self
Banjoes, Fiddles & Riverboats: John Hartford and the General Jackson 1991
as Himself
The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour: The 20th Reunion 1988
as Self
The Return of the Beverly Hillbillies 1981
as Fiddle Player
Credits from TMDB.