Format | Audio CD |
Ordering Number | SFW40115 |
Barcode | 093074011522 |
label | Smithsonian Folkways |
Release date | 7/3/2013 |
Release date | 4/25/2006 |
salesrank | 9575 |
The autoharp, invented in the 1870s and a fad in the 1890s, became a virtuoso instrument among the artists featured here as well as other players in the early to mid 20th century. Spirited breakdowns, sentimental and gospel songs—some played as instrumentals—and even a bluegrass song are presented here in this re-release of the only documentary of traditional Southern autoharp players. Includes 14 previously unissued tracks. Recorded, edited, and annotated by Mike Seeger. Song notes by Charles Wolfe. 32-page booklet. 38 tracks; 72 minutes.