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Focusing on the heritage of the Ritchie family, this collection showcases the rich tradition of American balladry, blending influences from Scottish roots with various folk genres. Jean Ritchie, a prominent figure in this legacy, presents a curated repertoire that includes Child ballads, hymns, and Native American songs, reflecting the family's dedication to preserving and enhancing these musical fragments. The new edition features seventy-seven line scores, four additional songs, historical context through headnotes and photographs, and resources for accompaniment.
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Folk Songs of the Southern Appalachians as Sung by Jean Ritchie, Jean Ritchie
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- Released
- 1997
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- Title
- Folk Songs of the Southern Appalachians as Sung by Jean Ritchie
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jean Ritchie
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Released
- 1997
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 112
- ISBN13
- 9780813109275
- Category
- Myths / Legends, Music
- Description
- Focusing on the heritage of the Ritchie family, this collection showcases the rich tradition of American balladry, blending influences from Scottish roots with various folk genres. Jean Ritchie, a prominent figure in this legacy, presents a curated repertoire that includes Child ballads, hymns, and Native American songs, reflecting the family's dedication to preserving and enhancing these musical fragments. The new edition features seventy-seven line scores, four additional songs, historical context through headnotes and photographs, and resources for accompaniment.