Classic African-American Ballads

Classic African-American Ballads

(Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, 2006), 1 hour 8 mins

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Field of Interest
World Music
Description
Classic African-American Ballads is a sampling of an important, historic, and engaging slice of America's Black music heritage. The heyday of the Black ballad tradition (1890-1920) left a lasting strain of creativity and a monument to African American life of the time. Ranging from songs created from the heritage of the English ballad, to social commentary vilifying abusive white authority figures, to "blues ballads," this album reminds us of the enormity and constant evolution of African American musical tradition. 36-page booklet. 22 tracks. 67 minutes.
Content Type
Music recording
Duration
1 hour 8 mins
Format
Audio
Sub Genre
Ballad Singing, Social Songs, Country/Rural Blues
Label
Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
Release Date
2006
Subject
World Music, Music & Performing Arts, United States and Canada, Estados Unidos y Canadá, Estados Unidos e Canadá, United States
Keywords and Translated Subjects
Estados Unidos y Canadá, Estados Unidos e Canadá

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