Fiddlin’ Arthur Smith (1898 to 1971). The most influential Opry fiddler of the 1930s. His rag-style tunes still fill fiddle contests.
Why this player is listed
Fiddlin’ Arthur Smith appears in the Play Bluegrass guide to notable fiddle players, which collects contest champions, bluegrass fiddlers, Canadian fiddlers, judges, and departed legends tied to the tradition.
More fiddle context
For the larger list, start with the big list of fiddle players. For the style itself, read the guide to bluegrass fiddle.