The traditional songs, dances, and legends of ordinary people in the United States have long served as a means of communication and a source of entertainment. Each group brought its unique song and dance music to America: The Irish brought jigs and reels, the African-American slaves work and dance songs, Hispanics their corridors and polkas, Cajuns their waltzes and two-steps. The interaction between these groups created the many rich hybrids that are American folk music.
Featuring 36 photographs, a glossary, discography, and chronology, ""American Popular Music: Folk"" is an essential resource on this vital and influential American artform. The entries include:
| ISBN: | 9780816073405 |
| Publication date: | 30th November 2007 |
| Author: | Richard Carlin |
| Publisher: | Facts On File |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 286 pages |
| Series: | American Popular Music |
The traditional songs, dances, and legends of ordinary people in the United States have long served as a means of communication and a source of entertainment. Each group brought its unique song and dance music to America: The Irish brought jigs and reels, the African-American slaves work and dance songs, Hispanics their corridors and polkas, Cajuns their waltzes and two-steps.
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Folk was written by Richard Carlin and published by Facts On File
Folk has 286 pages
Yes it is part of American Popular Music series