Music from the Old West
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They Came Singing: Songs from California's History (CD)
Compiled by Karen Arlen, Margaret Batt, Mary Ann Benson, Nancie Kester $15.00 |
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| This is a companion CD for our songbook They Came Singing, which presents the exciting songs of early California. Listen to the rhythmic chants of native California tribes, the beautiful melodies of the Spanish era, the vigorous music of the Russian settlers, and the robust songs of sea and land travelers heading toward the promise of gold. All songs are performed by mixed chorus, soloists and children, accompanied by traditional instruments. | |
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Days of Gold! Songs of the California Gold Rush (CD)
Compiled by Karen Arlen, Margaret Batt, Mary Ann Benson, Nancie Kester $25.00 |
| This is a companion 2-CD set for our songbook Days of Gold!, which brings you the rousing songs of the Gold Rush as sung by the miners and immigrants who came to California to seek their fortunes. "Days of Gold" presents 57 authentic songs which provide a valuable glimpse into a dramatic era of California history. All songs are performed by mixed chorus, soloists and children, accompanied by traditional instruments. | |
