songs and music

In this illustrated version of the familiar song, a young boy is transported from his city apartment to life on the range.

Provides a history of the music and lyrics of a dozen Civil War songs, describing the circumstances under which they were created and performed.

An illustrated version of the well-known song of the American Revolution.

Presents the illustrated lyrics to the Civil War song "When Johnny Comes Marching Home," and includes music notes, a history of the song, and a recipe for johnnycakes.

This Southwestern version of the familiar Christmas song features such gifts as ten tamales steaming, six pi?atas swaying, and two prickly pears.

A collection of Civil War songs with historical commentary.

In this Western folk song, an educated fellow mistaken for a greenhorn proves his cowboy ability by riding a wild horse. 'Includes a discussion of Afro-American and Hispanic cowboys in the nineteenth century.

Explores the important role of music in the Civil War as it reflected the passions and propaganda of both the North and the South.

Collection of traditional songs sung in Colonial America, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812, each featuring the words, musical notation, and a historical commentary.

Transforms a 1940s Irish folktale into a short, colorful picture book for young children.