Ballads and Songs of the Civil War
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| Rating | : | 4.11 (549 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B017CN4XKA |
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| Number of Pages | : | 506 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-01-19 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The many facets of Jerry Silverman's musical background and experience have combined to make him one of this country's most prolific authors of music books. In addition, Mr. Since the publication of his first book, Folk Blues, in 1958, he has had more than 100 titles published, including method books on all levels for guitar, banjo, fiddle, and recorder, as well as American and international songbooks with piano and guitar accompaniment. It
Arranged for voice with piano accompaniment and guitar chords.. A special feature of this text is the inclusion of authentic formal and informal portraits, plus depicting military encampment of the aftermath of the battle. Songs are grouped into the following categories: The Union, The Confederacy, Lincoln, Universal Sentiments, Soldiers Songs, Battles, Negro Spirituals & Abolitionist Songs, The Lighter Side, and Post Bellum. A comprehensive and historically significant song collection, this massive volume captures the hopes and tragedy of the Civil War era
It was his research for his master's thesis in musicology (on blues guitar technique) at New York University that launched his musical literary career. Silverman maintains an active teaching and performing schedule. About the Author The many facets of Jerry Silverman's musical background and experience have combined to make him one of this country's most prolific authors of music books. Since the publication of his first book, Folk Blues, in 1958, he has had more than 100 titles published, including method books on all levels for guitar, banjo, fiddle, and recorder, as well as American and international songbooks with piano and guitar accompaniment. In addition, Mr.
"Great book!" according to E. Bonus. I love this book. I play these songs all the time on my flute and violin. These songs make you think about the victims of the war. Very nostalgic and beautiful songs. I had this same book but since there were so many pages of songs, it made the book stiff and hard to keep open on the music stand. This book. James E. Hanna said turns out as a nice surprise when you receive it. You get more then you expected, they don't tell you about, turns out as a nice surprise when you receive it.. "Nice collection of War Between the States Music." according to CelticWomanFanPiano. I've been enjoying this collection. It is different from other collections in that the pieces aren't published as they were originally. But the arrangements are still pleasant. My favorite thus far is the "Yellow Rose of Texas".