The Beautiful Music All Around Us: Field Recordings and the American Experience

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Exploring the rich cultural tapestry of American music, this book delves into thirteen performances recorded between 1934 and 1942, showcasing diverse genres from children's songs to blues and spirituals. Each piece, like "Shortenin' Bread" and "Ain't No Grave Can Hold My Body Down," is set against the backdrop of everyday life, capturing the essence of communities across Southern Appalachia, the Mississippi Delta, and the Great Plains. The recordings not only preserve the music but also the vibrant sounds and stories of the environments in which they were performed.