The Bristol Sessions: Writings about the Big Bang of Country Music

by Ted Olson and Annabeth Albert

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In the summer of 1927, nineteen bands gathered for a recording session in Bristol, on the Tennessee-Virginia border, including some of the most influential names in American music--the Carter Family, Jimmie Rodgers, Ernest Stoneman and more. Organized by Ralph Peer for Victor records to capitalize on the popularity of "hillbilly" music, the Bristol sessions were a key moment in country music's evolution. The musicians played a variety of styles...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0786419458

ISBN13:9780786419456

Release Date:May 2005

Publisher:McFarland & Company

Length:296 Pages

Weight:1.70 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 6.2" x 8.9"

Age Range:18 years and up

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

Arts, Music & Photography Country History Music Musical Genres Performing Arts

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