44 Old Time Mormon and Far West Songs

By George F. Briegel

Book Overview

""44 Old Time Mormon and Far West Songs"" is a collection of traditional songs that were popular among early members of the Mormon Church and pioneers who settled in the American West. The book contains lyrics and sheet music for 44 songs, including classics like ""Come, Come Ye Saints"" and ""The Spirit of God Like a Fire Is Burning."" Many of the songs reflect the struggles and triumphs of the early Mormon pioneers, and offer a glimpse into the religious and cultural traditions of the time. The book is compiled by George F. Briegel, a musicologist and historian who has spent years researching and preserving the music of the early Mormon Church. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Mormon music and the early days of the American West.1933. Including railroad, cowboy, hobo, Rocky Mountain, love and comedy numbers complete with words and music. Briegel has for a number of years been interested in collecting early day folk songs of the West and this collection represents a vast amount of research work. Many numbers were obtained from Pioneers who sang them to Mr. Briegel who then arranged the music for publication. Lovers of American songs will find this assembly of great historical, as well as musical value and this treasure-trove of melodies should help preserve traditional American Pioneer Songs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162761199
• ISBN13: 9781162761190
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"