The Newcastle Song Book; or, Tyne-Side Songster (eBook)

Various (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
201 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654736696-6 (EAN)

Infos

The Newcastle Song Book; or, Tyne-Side Songster is a significant anthology that captures the rich musical heritage of the Newcastle region, presenting a vivid tapestry of local songs, ballads, and verses. This collection features an array of lyrical expressions that reflect the cultural, social, and historical nuances of Tyne-Side, delivered in a style that retains the authenticity of the dialect and the folk tradition. The book serves as both a celebration of local identity and a valuable resource for understanding the evolution of English folk music, drawing upon poetic forms that range from the jubilant to the melancholic, evoking the vibrancy of working-class life in the 19th century. Compiled by various authors and local musicians, this volume showcases the collaborative spirit of folk tradition, resonating with a deep sense of place and community. The contributors, likely influenced by their own experiences in the Newcastle area, sought to preserve the oral histories and melodies that define their local culture. The anthology acts as both a historical document and a testament to the continuity of expression through music, echoing the lives of the people who inhabit this storied region. For readers interested in folk music, cultural history, or the authentic voices of the working-class North East, The Newcastle Song Book is an essential addition to the literary canon. It invites you to immerse yourself in the heart of Tyne-Side, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the songs that have shaped the collective memory and identity of this community. Whether you are a musicologist, a historian, or a casual reader, this collection promises to enchant and educate.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Musik
• Schlagworte: 19th-century folk music • Authentic Newcastle Songs • authentic song lyrics • British folk songs • British folk songs collection • classic songbooks • Community Storytelling • cultural resilience • Dialectic Ballads Collection • dialects • England • English • English Language • English literature • folk music literature • Historical Ethnographic Music • historical music narratives • historical song collection • local history songs • musical traditions • Newcastle cultural heritage • Newcastle heritage • Newcastle upon Tyne • northeast England folklore • North East England Folklore • Oral Tradition Anthology • public domain classics • Regional Cultural Heritage • regional folk music • River Tyne Songs • Songs • traditional English songs • traditional maritime songs • Tyne-Side anthologies • Tyne-Side ballads • Tyne-Side Folklore Anthology • working-class culture