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Jean Ritchie'S Swapping Song Book,New
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Jean Ritchie, the youngest of fourteen children born and raised in Viper, Kentucky, is considered one of the greatest balladeers in this century. Her performances have influenced the resurgence of interest in folk music and given audiences a glimpse into the heart of Appalachia. Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book brings together twentyone songs from the Cumberland Mountains of Kentucky. Many are old songs, brought over by settlers from Scotland, Ireland, and England. Child ballads, gospel music, play party tunes, and frolic songs have been handed down by family members, with each generation adding or embellishing verses and melodies. This new edition retains the original text, written by Ritchie, and includes her husband George Pickow's beautiful photographs to help illustrate the stories of such songs as 'Jubilee,' 'The Old Soap Gourd,' and 'Ground Hog.' A new foreword by Charles Wolfe shows how Ritchie's collection of songs is 'part of the rich folk poetry' that makes up Appalachian culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the content of Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book? A: Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book features twenty-one traditional songs from the Cumberland Mountains of Kentucky, including child ballads, gospel music, and frolic songs, highlighting the rich folk traditions of Appalachia.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book is Jean Ritchie, a renowned balladeer from Kentucky known for her contributions to folk music.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book contains a total of 100 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for children? A: Yes, Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book features child-friendly songs and can be a great resource for teaching children about traditional folk music.
- Q: When was this book published? A: Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book was published on January 13, 2000.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: This book is in new condition and is described as a used book in good condition.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, the book includes beautiful photographs taken by Jean Ritchie's husband, George Pickow, which illustrate the stories behind the songs.
- Q: What type of music does this book focus on? A: Jean Ritchie's Swapping Song Book focuses on folk and traditional music, particularly songs from the Appalachian region.
- Q: Is there any additional content in this edition? A: This edition includes a new foreword by Charles Wolfe, providing insights into the significance of Ritchie's collection in the context of Appalachian culture.