Explore traditional English ballads collected from Appalachian communities, with practical notes for performers.
This volume presents a rich tapestry of songs and performance notes, offering a window into how these old tunes traveled and how they were once sung. The collection centers on enduring ballads and their distinctive regional renditions, making it a valuable resource for listeners, singers, and scholars alike.
Inside you’ll find classic pieces and their narratives, presented with notes on tune, tempo, and style. The selections capture a mix of story songs, love songs, and rustic ballads, illustrating how the traditions traveled from English sources into Appalachian settings. The volume is designed for readers who want to hear the sound of these songs as they were sung, and for those who wish to sing them themselves.
Ideal for readers of folk music, singers looking for traditional material, and collectors seeking authentic Appalachian English ballads rooted in English sources.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of American folk ballads, specifically those collected from the Appalachian region in the early 20th century. The author meticulously presents a selection of these traditional songs, each with its unique melody and narrative, offering a window into the lives and experiences of the people who sang them. The ballads are presented with annotations, providing context and historical background. They range in subject matter from tragic tales of love and loss, such as "The Cruel Mother" and "The Two Sisters", to humorous accounts of everyday life, such as "The Farmers Curst Wife" and "The Old Mans Courtship". The book's value lies not only in preserving these oral traditions but also in showcasing their thematic depth. Themes of love, loss, betrayal, and resilience echo across the centuries, reminding us of the enduring power of human emotions and the universal experiences that connect us all. These ballads provide a captivating glimpse into the rich tapestry of American folklore, offering insights into the cultural heritage of the Appalachian region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332989607_0
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Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 76 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.18 inches. This item is printed on demand. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers zk1332989608
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