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American Negro Songs : 230 Folk Songs and Spirituals, Religious and Secular
American Negro Songs 230 Folk Songs and Spirituals Religious and Secular
Author: John W. Work
Tracing the African influences of songs sung and played by black Americans at work, in church, and as entertainment, this historical and critical survey discusses the lyric significance of such songs as "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot," "Steal Away to Jesus," "John Henry," and others. In addition, the words and music for 230 songs appear, including "S...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780486402710
ISBN-10: 0486402711
Publication Date: 6/17/1998
Pages: 272
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Publisher: Dover Publications
Book Type: Paperback
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