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Music of Roscoe Holcomb and Wade Ward
produced by Eric H. Davidson, 1937-2015 and John Cohen, 1932- (Folkways Records, 1962), 50 mins
This album presents two musicians whose experiences are similar—both play banjo, usually locally at community social functions, and come from farming backgrounds—but whose playing styles are noticeably different. Holcomb (from Daisy, Kentucky) plays wilder music, while Ward (from Independence, Virginia) has dev...
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produced by Eric H. Davidson, 1937-2015 and John Cohen, 1932- (Folkways Records, 1962), 50 mins
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This album presents two musicians whose experiences are similar—both play banjo, usually locally at community social functions, and come from farming backgrounds—but whose playing styles are noticeably different. Holcomb (from Daisy, Kentucky) plays wilder music, while Ward (from Independence, Virginia) has developed a smoother style.
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Music recording
Contributor
Eric H. Davidson, 1937-2015, John Cohen, 1932-
Date Published / Released
1962
Publisher
Folkways Records
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Musical Holdouts
directed by John Cohen, 1932-; produced by John Cohen, 1932- (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1976), 49 mins
This classic, entertaining documentary on American traditional music features varied individuals and groups who have not become part of the melting pot of American society.From front porch banjo pickers in Appalachia and the Bluegrass Festival circuit to black children on the Carolina sea islands, cowboys, and Che...
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directed by John Cohen, 1932-; produced by John Cohen, 1932- (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1976), 49 mins
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This classic, entertaining documentary on American traditional music features varied individuals and groups who have not become part of the melting pot of American society.From front porch banjo pickers in Appalachia and the Bluegrass Festival circuit to black children on the Carolina sea islands, cowboys, and Cheyenne and Comanche Indians, they have all retained their cultural identities despite pressures from the mass media and popular culture....
This classic, entertaining documentary on American traditional music features varied individuals and groups who have not become part of the melting pot of American society.From front porch banjo pickers in Appalachia and the Bluegrass Festival circuit to black children on the Carolina sea islands, cowboys, and Cheyenne and Comanche Indians, they have all retained their cultural identities despite pressures from the mass media and popular culture.This remarkable documentary will stimulate discussion in classes in American studies, folklore, ethnomusicology, popular culture, cultural anthropology, sociology, and the arts and humanities. It was produced by renowned filmmaker and musician John Cohen.
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Field of Study
American Music
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
John Cohen, 1932-
Author / Creator
John Cohen, 1932-
Date Published / Released
1975, 1976
Publisher
Berkeley Media
Topic / Theme
Folk music, Ethnomusicology, Singing, Music history, North Americans
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1976 Berkeley Media
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Negro Folk Music U.S.A.
written by Harold Courlander, 1908-1996 (New York, NY: Columbia University Press, 1966), 324 page(s)
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written by Harold Courlander, 1908-1996 (New York, NY: Columbia University Press, 1966), 324 page(s)
Field of Study
American Music
Content Type
General reference book
Author / Creator
Harold Courlander, 1908-1996
Date Published / Released
1966
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Topic / Theme
African American Music, Folk Music
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(Folkways Records, 1974), 36 mins
Field of Study
American Music
Content Type
Music recording
Date Published / Released
1974
Publisher
Folkways Records
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Old Time North Carolina Mountain Music
produced by John R. Craig, fl. 1982 (Folkways Records, 1985), 35 mins
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produced by John R. Craig, fl. 1982 (Folkways Records, 1985), 35 mins
Field of Study
American Music
Content Type
Music recording
Contributor
John R. Craig, fl. 1982
Date Published / Released
1985
Publisher
Folkways Records
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Original Folkways Recordings of Doc Watson and Clarence Ashley, 1960-1962
produced by Jeff Place, fl. 1993-2006, Ralph Rinzler, 1934-1994 and Matt Walters (Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, 1994), 2 hours 7 mins
With 20 previously unreleased performances, many rare photos, and producer Ralph Rinzler's comprehensive notes, this is the definitive collection of two earlier volumes entitled Old Time Music at Clarence Ashley's. These LP's introduced the world to Doc Watson and played an important role in the folk revival of t...
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produced by Jeff Place, fl. 1993-2006, Ralph Rinzler, 1934-1994 and Matt Walters (Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, 1994), 2 hours 7 mins
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With 20 previously unreleased performances, many rare photos, and producer Ralph Rinzler's comprehensive notes, this is the definitive collection of two earlier volumes entitled Old Time Music at Clarence Ashley's. These LP's introduced the world to Doc Watson and played an important role in the folk revival of the '60s. Featured are Gaither Carlton, Clint Howard, Fred Price, Jack Burchett, and others. Compiled by Ralph Rinzler, Matt Walters a...
With 20 previously unreleased performances, many rare photos, and producer Ralph Rinzler's comprehensive notes, this is the definitive collection of two earlier volumes entitled Old Time Music at Clarence Ashley's. These LP's introduced the world to Doc Watson and played an important role in the folk revival of the '60s. Featured are Gaither Carlton, Clint Howard, Fred Price, Jack Burchett, and others. Compiled by Ralph Rinzler, Matt Walters and Jeff Place. Annotated by Ralph Rinzler. "Soul pours out of these unschooled folk musicians..." — SF Chronicle
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Field of Study
American Music
Content Type
Music recording
Contributor
Jeff Place, fl. 1993-2006, Ralph Rinzler, 1934-1994, Matt Walters
Date Published / Released
1994
Publisher
Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
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Peg Leg Howell & Eddie Anthony Vol. 1 (1926-1928)
performed by Joshua (Peg Leg) Howell, Peg Leg Howell & Eddie Anthony Vol. 1 (1926-1928) (Document Records, 2000), 8 page(s)
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performed by Joshua (Peg Leg) Howell, Peg Leg Howell & Eddie Anthony Vol. 1 (1926-1928) (Document Records, 2000), 8 page(s)
Date Written / Recorded
1928
Field of Study
American Music
Content Type
Liner note
Performer / Ensemble
Joshua (Peg Leg) Howell
Author / Creator
Joshua (Peg Leg) Howell
Date Published / Released
2000
Publisher
Document Records
Person Discussed
George Mitchell, 1899-1972, Henry Williams, Jim Hill, Cow Cow Davenport, 1894-1955
Topic / Theme
African American, Folk music, Recording sessions, Performance practice, Piedmont Blues, Guitar
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Phipps Family - Faith, Love and Tragedy
produced by Ralph Rinzler, 1934-1994 (Folkways Records, 1965), 39 mins
Influenced by the legendary Carter Family, the Phipps Family was known for its personal yet deeply traditional style. This album includes ballads, traditional hymns, and two originals: Kathleen's "Forsaken Lover" and A. L.'s "The Red Jacket Mine Explosion."
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produced by Ralph Rinzler, 1934-1994 (Folkways Records, 1965), 39 mins
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Influenced by the legendary Carter Family, the Phipps Family was known for its personal yet deeply traditional style. This album includes ballads, traditional hymns, and two originals: Kathleen's "Forsaken Lover" and A. L.'s "The Red Jacket Mine Explosion."
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Music recording
Contributor
Ralph Rinzler, 1934-1994
Date Published / Released
1965
Publisher
Folkways Records
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Poplin Family of Sumter, South Carolina
produced by Jack Tottle (Folkways Records, 1963), 44 mins
The members of this musical family learned from their parents and from singers on the radio, including the Carter Family and Gid Tanner, but created and retained an individual style that distinguishes them from other string bands. This album presents both traditional and original songs.
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produced by Jack Tottle (Folkways Records, 1963), 44 mins
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The members of this musical family learned from their parents and from singers on the radio, including the Carter Family and Gid Tanner, but created and retained an individual style that distinguishes them from other string bands. This album presents both traditional and original songs.
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Music recording
Contributor
Jack Tottle
Date Published / Released
1963
Publisher
Folkways Records
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Post Industrial Fiddle
directed by John Cohen, 1932-; produced by John Cohen, 1932- (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1982), 23 mins
This deceptively simple but profound film explores the importance of music-making in the life of a pulp mill worker in rural Maine. His 'Down East' fiddling style is homemade music, influenced largely by local traditions.The film suggests that music is important as an individual creative act, as one piece of a com...
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directed by John Cohen, 1932-; produced by John Cohen, 1932- (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1982), 23 mins
Description
This deceptively simple but profound film explores the importance of music-making in the life of a pulp mill worker in rural Maine. His 'Down East' fiddling style is homemade music, influenced largely by local traditions.The film suggests that music is important as an individual creative act, as one piece of a complex lifestyle, and as one of the elements through which people communicate and sustain friendship. 'Post-Industrial Fiddle' will encou...
This deceptively simple but profound film explores the importance of music-making in the life of a pulp mill worker in rural Maine. His 'Down East' fiddling style is homemade music, influenced largely by local traditions.The film suggests that music is important as an individual creative act, as one piece of a complex lifestyle, and as one of the elements through which people communicate and sustain friendship. 'Post-Industrial Fiddle' will encourage thought and discussion in any course dealing with cultural studies, and in a variety of courses in American studies, folklore, rural studies, cultural anthropology, ethnomusicology, and sociology. It was produced by renowned filmmaker and musician John Cohen.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
John Cohen, 1932-
Author / Creator
John Cohen, 1932-
Date Published / Released
1982
Publisher
Berkeley Media
Topic / Theme
Folk music, Job satisfaction, Country, North Americans
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1982 Berkeley Media
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