Music-Genres & Styles-Folk & Traditional

Based on more than thirty years' fieldwork, this book aims to increase the understanding of music played on elaborate wooden floats which form vital components in Japanese festivals with a religious dimension. The focus is on float-festivals in Aichi prefecture in central Japan, butinternational...

Focusing on several distinct genres of eighteenth-century Irish song, Henigan demonstrates in each case that the interaction between the elite and vernacular, the written and oral, is pervasive and characteristic of the Irish song tradition to the present day.Author: Julie HeniganISBN-10: 1848933428ISBN-13: 9781848933422Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage:...

We Shall Overcome: Essays on a Great American Song, edited and compiled by Victor V. Bobetsky, comprises essays that explore the origins, history, and impact of this great American folk song.Author: Victor V. BobetskyISBN-10: 1442236027ISBN-13: 9781442236028Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2014Pages: 150Format: HardcoverWeight:...

Scottish Ballads and Songs, Volume 2 is a curated collection of traditional Scottish folk songs and ballads, offering a rich tapestry of Scottish culture and history. Collected by James Maidment, this volume preserves the lyrical and narrative traditions passed down through generations. The ballads...

Journey into the heart of Norse tradition with Nora Kershaw's "Stories and Ballads of the Far Past." This collection presents meticulously translated Icelandic and Faroese ballads, offering a window into the rich tapestry of Scandinavian folk songs and Norse literature. Explore timeless tales of...

This collection of folk songs from the North East of England captures the rich traditions and vibrant culture of the Tyne river valley. From bawdy drinking songs to mournful ballads, these tunes have been sung by generations of working people and continue to inspire...

The birth of folk rock comes to life in Wounds to Bind: A Memoir of the Folk Rock Revolution, Jerry Burgan's unforgettable memoir of the pre-psychedelic 1960s. As a naive folksinger from Pomona, California, Burgan would find himself thrust in his teenage years to...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

The folk club scene did not really take off until the 1960s. In fact, in 1960 there were only four folk clubs in Scotland, the oldest of them only two years old. Ten years later there was one in practically every town of any...

Liederbuch (in deutsch und english) mit 33 Songs aus Irland und Gro britannien, notiert für die Mandoline.Die Lieder sind teilweise mehrstimmig (für eine/n SpielerInn) gesetzt und in Tabulatur und klassischer Notenschrift notiert.Die vertonten Lieder (Melodie mit Begleitband sowie Begleitband alleine - "Playalong") sind in...

Music Collection DescriptionThis is a music collection of over 70 completely original tunes composed by the bagpiper Simon McKerrell. The tunes include everything from basic Scottish and Irish style slow airs, through to marches, jigs, reels and some more complex tunes including 2/4 marches,...

This is a special edition of the Missouri Folklore Society Journal (ISSN: 0731-2946), covering volumes 27 and 28 (2005-2006), specially devoted to Missouri folk songs and ballads. The volume covers the work of a number of well-known folk song collectors and performers, with numerous...

"Note With Grace" is excited to continue presenting the Jewish World easy to play sheet music.2018 Hottest Jewish Hits will give your family all the up-to-date favorites in the most user-friendly format available.For advanced players and beginners alike, this volume will enhance your "music...

In the past fifty years, the bodhrán, or traditional Irish circular frame drum, has undergone a rapid evolution in development. Traditionally, it is a shallow drum ranging from ten to twenty-six inches in diameter, covered in goatskin on the top (or drum) side and...

A collection of musical transcriptions, song lyrics, memoir, stories, and lore from a matrilineal line of famed Traveller balladeers, musicians, and storytellers Elizabeth Stewart is a highly acclaimed singer, pianist, and accordionist whose reputation has spread widely not only as an outstanding musician but...

Flamenco, Regionalism and Musical Heritage in Southern Spain explores the relationship between regional identity politics and flamenco in Andalusia, the southernmost autonomous community of Spain. In recent years, the Andalusian Government has embarked on an ambitious project aimed at developing flamenco as a symbol...

A groundbreaking critical introduction to folk music and song focused on questions of identity, community, representation, politics, and popular culture. Written by a distinguished international team of authors, this Companion is an indispensable resource for rethinking the confluence of sound, heritage, and identity in...

Ignite Your Holiday Spirit with the Gift of Music!Introducing "Beginner's Wonderland: Traditional Christmas Carols Sheet Music for Piano," the perfect companion for pianists at the start of their musical journey. Dive into the enchanting world of Christmas carols, and experience the joy of playing...

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...

Marc Burrows explores the peculiarly British cultural phenomenon of the Christmas singles chart. The festive top spot was something that, prior to 1973, wasn't particularly important but has since become a cornerstone of the December news cycle and, for years, an annual cultural moment...

Embark on a soulful journey through the heart of Portugal with "The Linguist and The Lyricist: Mastering Portuguese Through Fado Lyrics." Unveil the lyrical beauty of the Portuguese language intertwined with the timeless melodies of Fado music. This immersive guide combines linguistics with the...

When the socialist politician Salvador Allende dramatically won Chile's presidential election in 1970, a powerful cultural movement accompanied him to power. Folk singers emerged at the forefront, proving that music could help forge the birth of a new society. As the CIA actively funded...

This work focuses on the profound impact that Bob Dylan's Midwestern roots have had on his songs, politics, and prophetic character.Author: David PichaskeISBN-10: 1441142320ISBN-13: 9781441142320Publisher: ContinuumLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/08/2010Pages: 384Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.60lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.10w x 1.10dAward: Northeastern Minnesota Book Award - NomineeReview Citation(s): Choice...

At a time when Acid Rock and Heavy Metal dominated popular music, The Band rebelled against the rebellion with a masterful mix of tight ensemble arrangements, great vocals, highly literate lyricism, and a respect for the musical traditions of the American South. Comprising Canadians...

Old Salem in Ballad and Song is a collection of ballads and songs that have roots in Salem Massachusetts' history through the oral and the written tradition. The songs, ballads and broadsides describe events and give a hint of Salem's past and its influence...

COMPLETE GUIDE FOR PLAYING THE GUZHENG ZITHER Have you ever dreamed of mastering the enchanting tones of the Chinese Guzheng Zither but don't know where to start? Do you want to learn authentic finger techniques, traditional melodies, and modern playing styles all in one...

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...

Canada's Prince Edward Island is home to one of the oldest and most vibrant fiddling traditions in North America. First established by Scottish immigrants in the late eighteenth century, it incorporated the influence of a later wave of Irish immigrants as well as the...

This essential music book, is a collection of 24 best-known Christmas carols. It is a treasure trove of festive spirit and shared tradition. Within its pages, you will find the serene beauty of "Silent Night," the triumphant joy of "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,"...

"The Shamrock; A Collection Of Irish Songs" is a delightful treasury of traditional Irish melodies, compiled by Weekes, of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. This volume captures the spirit of Ireland through its rich musical heritage. Featuring a selection of beloved folk tunes, this...

Author: Dichard GISBN-13: 9798319359414Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/14/2025Pages: 218Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.14lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.46d

Lady Nairne and Her Songs is a book written by George Henderson and published in 1905. The book is a biography of Lady Carolina Nairne, a Scottish songwriter and poet who lived from 1766 to 1845. Henderson provides a detailed account of Lady Nairne's...

Author: Tommy SwindaliISBN-13: 9798349697951Publisher: Thomas William SwainLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/12/2025Pages: 104Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.69lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d

Author: Uncle SamISBN-10: 9974937175ISBN-13: 9789974937178Publisher: Marco MusicaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/11/2025Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.05d

In the Blue Ridge Mountains along the Virginia-North Carolina border, an extraordinarily rich musical heritage survives and flourishes. Even before the legendary Bill Monroe coined the term "bluegrass" in the mid-1950s, the traditional music of this area was coming into its own as a...

The Sacred Harp choral singing tradition originated in the American South in the mid-nineteenth century, spread widely across the country, and continues to thrive today. Sacred Harp isn't performed but participated in, ideally in large gatherings where, as the a cappella singers face each...

Author: Tommy SwindaliISBN-13: 9798349697944Publisher: Thomas William SwainLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/12/2025Pages: 104Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.22d

Unlock Your Dulcimer Potential: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide to Playing Like a Pro from ScratchAre you ready to master the dulcimer and play timeless songs with confidence?Struggling to find the right guide that simplifies learning and leads to real results?Wondering how you can go...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Making it in Hell, says Bruce Jackson, is the spirit behind the sixty-five work songs gathered in this eloquent dispatch from a brutal era of prison life in the Deep South. Through engagingly documented song arrangements and profiles of their singers, Jackson shows how...

The Power of Song shows how the people of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania confronted a military superpower and achieved independence in the Baltic "Singing Revolution." When attacked by Soviet soldiers in public displays of violent force, singing Balts maintained faith in nonviolent political action....

Folk musician, Broadway composer, and disability advocate Gaelynn Lea's warm, funny, poignant memoir is a love letter to every kind of body, to music, and to making it work--inviting us to embrace all of life's experiences with heart and determination Gaelynn Lea was born...

A timeless collection of Irish songs and ballads, written by celebrated poet and songwriter, Thomas Moore. This book features some of Ireland's most renowned tunes, as well as a selection of beautiful, sacred songs.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

Just as our society delights in citations, quotations, and allusions in myriad contexts, not least in popular song, late medieval poets and composers knew well that such references could greatly enrich their own works. In The Art of the Grafted Song: Citation and Allusion...

A groundbreaking critical introduction to folk music and song focused on questions of identity, community, representation, politics, and popular culture. Written by a distinguished international team of authors, this Companion is an indispensable resource for rethinking the confluence of sound, heritage, and identity in...

A Collection of 18th Century Dance Tunes takes you on a captivating journey through the elegant world of dance from the 18th century. This meticulously curated anthology, first published by John Walsh in 1754 and transcribed by Paul Dennant, brings together 200 enchanting melodies...

This book is a collection of traditional Russian folk-songs, each accompanied by sheet music for the pianoforte. The songs are presented in their original Russian text, with English translations provided for each song. This book is a great resource for anyone interested in studying...

This book is the first study of the Irish composer James Wilson (1922-2005). The first part of the book is a detailed biographical study of Wilson, from his birth and education in London through his wartime experiences in the Arctic to his decision to...

Songs from the Magical Tradition makes no assertions other than the fact that there is a very strong element of supernatural magic contained within a substantial part of the Britsh folk song tradition. Ancient tunes and lyrics that transcend time have a meaning and...

Sounding Roman narrates the vibrant use of music to challenge long-term marginalization of Turkish Roman ("Gypsies"). Descriptions of weddings, recording studios, rehearsals and concerts enable readers to witness the emergence of new social identities and political responses as Roman musicians bring new musical forms...