Exploring the Early Career of a Talented Performer at the Mississippi-Alabama Fair

Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll, had his first public performance at the young age of 10 during a singing contest at the Mississippi–Alabama Fair and Dairy Show on October 3, 1945. He performed the song 'Old Shep' and placed fifth in the competition. This early experience marked the beginning of his journey in music, despite his initial shyness about singing in public. Just a few months later, for his birthday, Presley received his first guitar, which would become a pivotal instrument in his career. He learned to play with the help of two uncles and a pastor from his family's church. Reflecting on this formative period, Presley stated, 'I took the guitar, and I watched people, and I learned to play a little bit.' This blend of early performance experience and musical education laid the groundwork for what would become one of the most influential careers in music history. #mooflife #mof #MomentOfLife #ElvisPresley #FirstPerformance #OldShep #MississippiAlabamaFair #MusicHistory