The Glorious American Songbook

By Cooper Edens

Book Overview

The songs of America are as much a part of the country's proud history as the Declaration of Independence. From songs commemorating events from the Revolutionary War to the Gold Rush as well to Broadway standards beloved around the world, this enduring music captures the true spirit of the land of the free, and celebrates the American people, landscape, triumphs, and tragedies. Filled with over 50 favorites from "Yankee Doodle" to "This Land is Your Land" to "Grand Old Flag" and illustrated with classic artwork from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, The Glorious American Songbook is the ultimate treasury of celebrated American music.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811845524
• ISBN13: 9780811845526
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 77 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 9.3" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

A nice intro to folk music for youngsters

This book would make a great gift for parents who want to introduce their children to American musical history or for teachers to use in their classrooms. Song lyrics mingle with bits of artistic pop culture for a unique blend of music and art. Collectors of Americana and nostalgia will also enjoy looking through this book.

Glorious and Great Songbook

Put together well. Nostalgic and patriotic. And you'll learn the real words that you usually end up humming!