
Here are almost eighty of The Weavers' best songs, with piano arrangement and guitar chords indicated, in a handsome collection to be sung and played and delighted in at home. Drawn from many different countries and backgrounds—indeed from almost anywhere that songs are sung—many of these songs are available in arranged form only in this book. Here is a rich musical treasury, one with a vision of the "dazzling dream of the ages," gathered by The Weavers, who in their intercontinental tours became genuine ambassadors of peace on earth. An introduction tells about the background of The Weavers and how the group reached its phenomenal success on the singing stage and on records.
This collection investigates the preservation and dissemination of international folk music through the specific arrangements and repertoire of the musical group The Weavers. The authors, members of the influential folk ensemble, compile nearly eighty songs to provide a functional resource for home performance. By including piano arrangements and guitar chords, the book serves as both a historical document of the group's career and a practical guide for musicians interested in their specific musical interpretations.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts and music historians recognize this volume as a significant primary source for understanding the mid-century folk revival movement. Readers frequently note that the arrangements remain accessible for amateur musicians while providing a clear window into the group's performance style.
Page Count:
177
Publication Date:
1960-01-01
Publisher:
Harper & Brothers
ISBN-10:
0060072318
ISBN-13:
9780060072315
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