By devoting his life to recording the music of cultures that are largely ignored or are on the verge of extinction, Alan Lomax has preserved forever a magnificent musical heritage. This delightful book is both a collection of spirited songs and a unique appreciation of the Caribbean cultures out of which they have arisen. Lomax collects here 68 children's song games, including the music, the lyrics, and the stories behind them. Photos throughout.
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By devoting his life to recording the music of cultures that are largely ignored or are on the verge of extinction, Alan Lomax has preserved forever a magnificent musical heritage. This delightful book is both a collection of spirited songs and a unique appreciation of the Caribbean cultures out of which they have arisen. Lomax collects here 68 children's song games, including the music, the lyrics, and the stories behind them. Photos throughout.
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