Traditional and folk music Books

This collection of ballads and songs offers a unique window into the cultural and political life of Ireland during the 19th century. Featuring contributions from some of the leading poets and musicians of the era, including Thomas Moore and John O'Leary,...

This book is a collection of classic German folk songs, beautifully translated and compiled by Karl Simrock. From romantic ballads to lively drinking songs, Lieder von deutschen Vaterland celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Germany and its people...

This collection of songs in the Newcastle dialect is a must-have for anyone interested in the history and culture of the North East of England. Filled with memorable tunes and charming lyrics, this book will transport readers to a different time and...

The Quaver, or Songster's Pocket Companion is a collection of popular songs and ballads from the early nineteenth century. It includes a wide variety of songs, from patriotic hymns to bawdy drinking songs. The book is a fascinating window into the...

Dieses Buch ist die erste Abteilung einer Sammlung von alten, hoch-und niederdeutschen Volksliedern. Die Lieder bieten einen Einblick in das Leben und die Kultur früherer Generationen und sind ein wichtiger Bestandteil unseres historischen Erbes. Der...

A charming collection of folk songs and poems celebrating the joys of fishing in the 'North Country' of England, featuring humorous lyrics and whimsical illustrations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of...

Ce livre est un recueil de chansons françaises populaires, accompagnées de musique gravée. Les lecteurs intéressés par la musique populaire française trouveront dans ce livre une mine d'informations sur la musique et la culture de l'époque.This work has...

Dieses Buch beinhaltet eine Sammlung von alten deutschen Liedern. Die Herausgeber Clemens Brentano und Ludwig Achim Arnim haben diese Lieder gesammelt und herausgegeben. Die Lieder erzählen von Geschichten und Traditionen vergangener Zeiten und sind bis...

This volume of popular Flemish songs and poetry offers a fascinating glimpse into the folk culture of 19th-century Belgium. Filled with vivid descriptions and charming illustrations, the book is both entertaining and informative, providing readers with a...

Ce livre regroupe des chansons populaires françaises traditionnelles, écrit par Charles Malo.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the...

Recueil musical de chansons de l'auteur Pierre-Jean Béranger, comprenant des airs notés anciens et modernes.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work...

This collection of popular songs from the antebellum South includes some of the most beloved and iconic tunes of that era. Foster and Kittredge provide fascinating historical context for each song, as well as detailed musical arrangements that will...

Chinook-English Songs is a collection of traditional songs in the Chinook jargon, a pidgin language developed in the Pacific Northwest. The volume includes the lyrics to each song in both Chinook and English, as well as information about the history and...

A collection of popular college songs from the mid-19th century, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural life of American universities of the time. With catchy lyrics and memorable tunes, these songs are sure to strike a chord...

Originally published in 1899, this collection of spirituals, folk songs, and ballads was collected and arranged by the musical instructors at the Hampton Institute, a historically African-American college in Virginia. The songs represent the cultural...

This fascinating collection of traditional Scottish folk-songs provides a glimpse into the musical heritage of Buchan, a region in the north-east of Scotland. With historical context and musical notation included, this book is a must-have for anyone...

Ivan H. Walton was a pioneering folklorist who collected the songs and stories of aging sailors living along the shores of the Great Lakes in the 1930s. His collection is unique in the annals of Great Lakes folklore. It began as a search for songs but...

Ragging It takes the reader on a lively, historical journey back to the days of vaudeville, fancy women, amusement parks, lynch mobs, saloons, and cabarets--a time when the upbeat music of ragtime was a craze that permeated our culture.Author H. Loring...

""A Tale Of Two Old Songs: The Bridge And The Village Blacksmith"" is a book written by Marion Clifford Butler in 1871. The book is a collection of two stories - ""The Bridge"" and ""The Village Blacksmith"" - both of which are old songs that have been...

""A New, Improved, And Authentic Life Of James Allan, The Celebrated Northumberland Piper"" is a biography written by James Thompson in 1828. The book tells the story of James Allan, a famous piper from Northumberland, England, who was known for his...

A collection of music and lyrics by the 19th century American songwriter Ned Farmer, showcasing his talents for catchy melodies and humorous poetry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base...

Published in London in 1791, The Political Songster collected poems and songs that satirized contemporary politics, social change, and everyday life. The songs are intended to be sung to popular tunes, making them accessible to a broad readership and...

This collection of Volk-songs - traditional songs from various European cultures - offers readers a unique perspective on the popular music of the 19th century. Translated by Hugo Meltzl Von Lomnitz and edited by H Phillips, these songs cover a wide...

A collection of works by American songwriter William Shakespeare Hays, including sheet music for popular songs and original poetry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as...

This book is a collection of songs from Effingham, Illinois, which lays claim to being the first town in the world to publish a songbook. The songs were written by local residents and cover a wide range of topics, from love and patriotism to pioneer life...

Het Oude Nederlandsche Lied is a collection of traditional Dutch songs and ballads, both secular and religious. The book includes sheet music for each song as well as historical background and analysis of the songs.This work has been selected by scholars...

Diese Sammlung von deutschen Volksliedern ist eine wertvolle Quelle für Musikliebhaber und -historiker, die sich für die Wurzeln der deutschen Musiktradition interessieren. Eine unverzichtbare Lektüre für jeden, der sich für Volkslieder und...

This collection of traditional English songs and ballads is a testament to the wit and humor of the people of the British Isles. Featuring bawdy limericks, ribald drinking songs, and poignant ballads of love and loss, it captures the full range of human...

Ce livre est une collection de chansons traditionnelles françaises. Chaque chanson est présentée avec des notes historiques et culturelles pour aider le lecteur à mieux comprendre son contexte.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

This book features a collection of Swedish folk songs from ancient times, as transcribed by Arvid August Afzelius and Erik Gustaf Geijer. The songs offer a unique window into the history and culture of Sweden, with lyrical tales of love, death, and daily...

Walter Scott livre une collection de chants populaires des frontières méridionales de l'Écosse, qui témoignent de la richesse de la culture traditionnelle de cette région. Un livre indispensable pour tous les amoureux de la musique folklorique.This work...

Découvrez une sélection de chants et chansons populaires de France, recueillis et transcrits par différents auteurs.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it...

This book is a collection of old Danish ballads and folksongs, compiled and annotated by Sven Grundtvig. It includes songs on a variety of themes, including love, heroism, and everyday life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

This collection of Swedish folk songs, compiled and edited by two of the country's most prominent literary figures, offers a unique insight into the cultural and artistic life of nineteenth-century Sweden. With its beautiful melodies, poignant lyrics,...

This book contains a collection of Greek songs translated into English from the romaic text, giving readers insight into the music and culture of Greece.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge...

This is a collection of traditional English folk-songs, including classics like Greensleeves and The Water is Wide. The songs have been arranged for voice and piano, and are accompanied by notes on the origins and history of each piece. They offer a...

This collection of traditional sailor-songs offers a glimpse into the lives and culture of sailors throughout history. With songs ranging from humorous to poignant, this volume is sure to delight music lovers and maritime enthusiasts alike.This work has...

Un livre de musique traditionnelle suisse, contenant des airs folkloriques comme les Ranz de Vaches, ainsi que des chansons patriotiques et des ballades savoureuses. Une fenêtre fascinante sur la culture et les traditions suisses.This work has been...

Dans ce recueil de chansons intitulé Échos du Mont-Royal, Auguste Charbonnier présente un panorama des chansons populaires du XIXe siècle. Ces chansons sont souvent satiriques et moqueuses, et témoignent de la vie quotidienne des Français à cette époque...

This historic songbook contains the anthems and ballads that inspired German volunteers during the War of the Sixth Coalition. Rediscover the patriotic spirit of these brave soldiers in this beautifully presented collection.This work has been selected by...

This collection of traditional Irish songs, compiled and edited by John Cunningham, offers a unique window into the musical and poetic traditions of rural Ireland in the early 20th century. Featuring both lyrics and musical notation for each song, as...

This facsimile edition reproduces the 1777-1778 issue of Friedrich Nicolai's pioneering collection of German folksongs. In addition to the complete text of the original publication, this volume includes an introduction and commentary by renowned...

This fascinating collection of traditional Scottish songs and ballads was originally published in the late 19th century. Compiled by an anonymous editor, it celebrates the enduring legacy of the Jacobite movement, which sought to restore the Stuart...

This charming book collects the lyrics to dozens of popular railway-themed songs. From folk tunes to parlor ballads, The Railway Song Book is a delightful tribute to the romance of train travel.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

Originally published in 1776, this collection of Scottish songs and ballads has become a classic of Scottish literature. This edition includes not only the original text, but also an appendix containing additional material that was added to later...

Ce livre est un recueil de chansons populaires traditionnelles françaises qui donne un aperçu de la culture musicale populaire de la France du XIXème siècle. Les chansons couvrent un large éventail de thèmes, notamment l'amour, le travail, la nature et...

This book is a collection of songs written by Gurajada Raghava Sharma, a celebrated Indian playwright and poet. The songs, which are set to traditional Indian tunes, explore themes such as love, nature, and social justice. The book is a must-read for...