Fred Cockerham
American fiddler and banjoist
About Fred Cockerham
Lived 1905 – 1980 (aged 74). Fred Cockerham was an American banjoist and fiddler.
Fred Cockerham (3 November 1905 - July 8, 1980) was an American fiddle and banjo player of American folk music.
Cockerham was one of the seven children of Elias and Betty Jane Cockerham in North Carolina.
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Who was Fred Cockerham?
American fiddler and banjoist (1905-1980)
When was Fred Cockerham born?
Fred Cockerham was born on 3 November 1905.
When did Fred Cockerham die?
Fred Cockerham died on 8 July 1980.
What was Fred Cockerham's occupation?
Fred Cockerham was a banjoist and fiddler.
What nationality was Fred Cockerham?
Fred Cockerham was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Cockerham. https://biography.guide/fred-cockerham/
MLA: "Fred Cockerham." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fred-cockerham/.
Chicago: "Fred Cockerham." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fred-cockerham/.
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