Eddie Peabody

Eddie Peabody
Peabody in 1946
Background information
Also known asKing of the Banjo
Born
Edwin Ellsworth Peabody

(1902-02-19)February 19, 1902
DiedNovember 7, 1970(1970-11-07) (aged 68)
GenresVaudeville
OccupationsMusician, entertainer
InstrumentsBanjo, banjoline, mandolin, violin, guitar
Years active1921–1970
Websiteeddiepeabody.com
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Edwin Ellsworth Peabody (February 19, 1902 – November 7, 1970) was an American banjo player, instrument developer, and musical entertainer whose career spanned five decades. He was the most famous plectrum banjoist of his era.