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Blues: An Anthology: Complete Words and Music of 53 Great Songs: With an Historical and With Pictures by Miguel Covarrubias: Revised by Jerry Silverma
Paperback
Blues & SoulGeneral SongbooksWorld Music
ISBN13: 9781025313337
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.70
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Blues: An Anthology is a seminal collection that captures the soul and structure of one of America's most influential musical genres. This comprehensive volume features the complete words and music for 53 iconic songs, providing an invaluable resource for musicians, historians, and enthusiasts of the blues tradition. Beyond the musical notation, the work offers deep historical insights into the origins and evolution of the blues, tracing its journey from folk roots to its profound impact on the global musical landscape.
The anthology is enriched by the striking visual artistry of Miguel Covarrubias, whose illustrations provide a vivid companion to the melodic content. Revised by Jerry Silverman, this collection ensures that the legacy of these great songs remains accessible for modern study and performance. From melancholic ballads to rhythmic stomps, the selections within represent the breadth of human emotion and the technical mastery of early 20th-century blues composition. As both a historical record and a practical songbook, Blues: An Anthology stands as a definitive tribute to a genre that reshaped the world of music.
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