Music-Genres & Styles-Folk & Traditional

From a small mountain town in West Virginia, elder fiddler Melvin Wine has inspired musicians and music enthusiasts far beyond his homeplace. Music, community, and tradition influence all aspects of life in this rural region. Fiddling Way Out Yonder: The Life and Music of...

Discover the rich and colorful world of Austrian folk songs with this collection of lyrics and sheet music. Franz Tschischka and Julius Max Schottky have documented the melodies and lyrics of over 150 traditional songs, providing valuable insight into Austrian culture and history. This...

Author: Vance RandolphISBN-10: 0826261388ISBN-13: 9780826261380Publisher: University of Missouri PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/1980Pages: 460Format: Hardcover

" For years fiddlers and folklorists have prized the old-time fiddle tunes from Kentucky. Many of the most outstanding country music artists hail from the state, including Bill Monroe, widely regarded as the founder of bluegrass music. Even Aaron Copland lifted, note-for-note, a Kentucky...

Drawing together the strands of music, sport, and popular culture under the umbrella of 'Ordinary Life, ' this engaging new book takes the reader on an entertaining journey through modern Ireland, celebrating the many unique expressions of 'Irishness.' From the folk roots of popular...

Baby, Let Me Follow You Down is a classic in the history of American popular culture. The book tells the story of the folk music community in Cambridge, Massachusetts, from its beginnings in living rooms and Harvard Square coffeehouses in the late 1950s to...

Have you ever held a dulcimer, captivated by its gentle sound, but had no idea where to begin?That feeling of wonder mixed with hesitation is exactly where this book starts. Designed for the absolute beginner it replaces confusion with a clear, practical path.This isn't...

While probing the politics of everyday in Gikuyu popular music, the main thrust of this book is to unpack the representation of daily struggles through music. Depending mainly on the lyrics of the songs, the study also combines both the textual and the contextual...

Step into the communal pulse of the midcentury American West. Footwork, voices, dust and memory. American Square Dances of the West and Southwest, by Lee Owens, is both a practical square dance instruction book and a western folk dance guide: succinct directions and social...

The Depression brought unprecedented changes for American workers and organized labor. As the economy plummeted, employers cut wages and laid off workers, while simultaneously attempting to wrest more work from those who remained employed. In mills, mines, and factories workers organized and resisted, striking...

The socially volatile period of the Vormärz (1830-1848) and the 1848 Revolution in Germany produced a wealth of political protest song. Songs for a Revolution makes available twenty-two prominent protest songs from that time, both lyrics (in German and English) and melodies. It also...

(Book). One of the most bizarre stories in all of popular music is the history of "Orange Blossom Special," arguably the century's best-known fiddle tune. The man credited with its ownership, Ervin T. Rouse, endured tragedy, alcoholism and mental illness. He spent his last...

The Legendary Ballads of England and Scotland is a rich collection of traditional folk songs and narrative poems that have shaped the cultural landscape of the British Isles. Collected and presented by John Storm Roberts, this anthology preserves the spirit and storytelling power of...

"Hooley's Opera House Songster" offers a glimpse into the vibrant world of 19th-century American popular music. This collection features a diverse selection of sentimental, comic, and "Ethiopian" songs, as performed by Hooley's Minstrels and other notable vocalists of the era. The songster provides a...

Jamaican Song and Story: Annancy Stories, Digging Sings, Ring Tunes and Dancing Tunes is a book written by Walter Jekyll that explores the rich cultural heritage of Jamaica. The book is a compilation of various traditional Jamaican stories, songs, and dances that have been...

This study situates musical analysis in the context of its creation, demonstrating that traditional Japanese music is an active socio- cultural system that has been reproduced in Japan from the seventeenth century to the present day.Author: Jay Davis KeisterISBN-10: 1138810193ISBN-13: 9781138810198Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/03/2014Pages:...

This easily accessible book offers a pioneering study about the alphorn, its music, and its performance, based on extensive field research in Switzerland and other countries. It also offers new insights about the technique of filmmaking for musical ethnography. Being the first book on...

"The Hobos Hornbook" is a landmark collection of American folklore that captures the vibrant and often gritty voices of the itinerant men who traversed the United States by rail during the early 20th century. Compiled by George Milburn, this anthology serves as a comprehensive...

This is Book 1 of AltStrings Fiddle Method for Bass (Orchestra), Second Edition.The second edition of AltStrings' Fiddle Books 1 and 2 comes in two flavors: Original Key (for Violin only), and Orchestra! Whichever series you choose, our books offer tunes and techniques that...

Please note: This is the PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT book for AltStrings Fiddle Method for Violin (Original Key), Second Edition Books 1 and 2. The second edition of AltStrings' Fiddle Books 1 and 2 comes in two flavors: Original Key (for Violin), and Orchestra!Whichever series you...

What makes Songs for the Irish Road unique and not just another collection of traditional Irish songs? It is a musical travelogue of a journey across Ireland. Our concept was to make our first tour of the Emerald Isle come alive with songs and...

I began this project after thinking that some tunes in the Irish tradition do not always get a chance to tell their story. Often many tunes don't even have a name - gan ainm - or it has been forgotten or are referred to...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

"Anthology of American Song: A Collection of Twenty-five Songs by Representative American Composers" presents a curated selection of musical pieces that define the American soundscape. This anthology gathers together a diverse range of compositions, offering a comprehensive overview of America's rich musical heritage. From...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

"Old Time Ballads" is a collection of traditional ballads, showcasing the rich history of folk music and storytelling. These timeless verses capture the essence of human experience, offering readers a glimpse into bygone eras. From tales of love and loss to accounts of historical...

This beautiful collection brings together some of Scotland's best-loved ballads, from classics like 'Auld Lang Syne' and 'The Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond' to lesser-known gems. With detailed notes on the history and meaning of each ballad, as well as beautiful illustrations, this book...

Drawing together the strands of music, sport, and popular culture under the umbrella of 'Ordinary Life, ' this engaging new book takes the reader on an entertaining journey through modern Ireland, celebrating the many unique expressions of 'Irishness.' From the folk roots of popular...

This book brings together 30 easy, traditional melodies specially arranged for clarinet, perfect for beginners and returning players. Each tune uses a comfortable range, simple rhythms, and clear phrasing to build confidence and beautiful tone step by step. From well-loved folk songs to gentle...

Ever wanted to make hypnotic, rhythmic music with just a simple instrument-but felt lost on where to start?The Jaw Harp may look small, but mastering it can feel impossible without the right guidance.Many beginners pick up a jaw harp hoping to produce that iconic,...

In 1965, the classically trained musician and composer Kenneth Peacock published a three-volume work, Songs of the Newfoundland Outports, based on six years of collecting folksongs in that province on behalf of the National Museum of Canada. Folksongs and Folk Revivial provides a critical...

This book concentrates on a range of currently popular styles in the folk genre, looking at specific repertories and ways of approaching them. It also looks at the current musical outlets that are available to singers and aims to help the fledgling singer better...

""Dance and Be Merry, V2"" is a book that showcases sixteen folk dances from eight different countries. The author, Vytautas Finadar Beliajus, provides detailed instructions for each dance, including the steps, formations, and music. The book is designed for both beginners and experienced dancers,...

This book is a comprehensive study of the British traditional ballad and its influence on North American folk music. It examines the origins of the ballad tradition in Britain, and explores the ways in which it evolved as it was brought to North America...

No other instrument has witnessed such a dramatic rise to popularity--and precipitous decline--as the accordion. Squeeze This! is the first history of the piano accordion and the first book-length study of the accordion as a uniquely American musical and cultural phenomenon. Ethnomusicologist and accordion...

COMPLETE GUIDE FOR PLAYING THE LAPSTEEL GUITARAuthor: Glen SalvadorISBN-13: 9798273199811Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/06/2025Pages: 84Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.17d

This collection features a selection of the greatest Patriotic Songs of the United States Of America.10 easy arrangements including left hand fingerings.Includes: Amazing GraceAmerica (My Country 'Tis of Thee)America The BeautifulAnchors AweighBattle Hymn of the RepublicHail to the ChiefThe Star-Spangled BannerWhen Johnny Comes Marching...

Embellishments are notes that define quick finger movements and give bagpipes their unique sound. Throughout my years of playing the Scottish Great Highland bagpipes, I have come across embellishment that I was not familiar with or knew how to play. This guide will help...

Take your partner by the hand and get ready to join the hoedown with this guide to square dancing, a fun and traditional way for friends, neighbours and families of all ages to keep fit and relax. First published in 1949, American Square Dances...

Dawn Songs consists of three essays on music. A short one on Derek Bailey as heard in 1970; a moderate-size one on surviving west gallery choral pieces performed in pubs of the Sheffield Moorlands area at Christmas, called 'Mass Lyric'; and 'Dawn Songs' itself,...

English folk-rock, a former progressive rock music style, remains a stimulus for further change in folk music and has enabled English folk-rock to become regarded as popular music by a new audience with diverse musical tastes. From musicological and historical perspectives, this book maintains...

Unlock the Secrets of the Shofar: Play Like a Pro from Scratch!Are you ready to learn the ancient art of playing the shofar, but don't know where to start?Do you feel overwhelmed by the thought of mastering this powerful instrument on your own?Have you...

This vintage book contains a collection of traditional hunting songs and ballads from the nineteenth century. Contents include: "Hunting Song", "The Squire's Daughter", "the Black Frost has Broken at Last", "The Empty Loose Box", "To an Old Saddle About to be Sold", "Greatfox Lodge",...

Afterlife Before Genesis is the final volume in a trilogy that began with Life Before Genesis and was followed by Return to Eden. Here David H. Turner focusses on what the Aborigines of the Groote Eylandt area of northern Australia take to be the...

In 1899, a fundraising program for Berea College featured a group of students from the mountains of eastern Kentucky singing traditional songs from their homes. The audience was entranced. That small en-counter at the end of the last century lies near the beginning of...

This book is the first edited collection dedicated to the work of "canonically" metamodern multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter Sufjan Stevens. Contributors critically examine Stevens' output and impact across the relevant fields of musicology, literature, queer theory, performance studies, religious studies, and cultural studies. The volume provides...

A detailed documentation and analysis of music and lyrics of iconic maskanda musician, Mgqumeni, this book offers carefully researched insights in to the contemporary Zulu belief system and associated challenges. Mgqumeni continues to have influence in the maskanda domain as musicians imitate his style...

Music has always been a powerful source of joy, inspiration, and connection for people around the world. And of all the musical styles and genres, few are as timeless and beloved as the old-time American waltzes. With their upbeat tempos, lively rhythms, and cheerful...

Dive into the heart of maritime tradition with "The Shanty Book, Part I, Sailor Shanties," a timeless collection of sea songs compiled by Richard Runciman Terry. This meticulously prepared edition preserves the authentic spirit of these historical folk songs, offering a unique glimpse into...