Alan Lomax
Alan Lomax (1915-2002) was one of the great ethnomusicologists and field collectors of folk music of the twentieth century, recording thousands of songs throughout the United States and Europe.
Alan Lomax (1915-2002) was one of the great ethnomusicologists and field collectors of folk music of the twentieth century, recording thousands of songs throughout the United States and Europe. See less
Alan Lomax's Featured Books
Alan Lomax book reviews
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The Land Where the Blues Began
An American treasure
If you read no other book about the blues, read this one. While you learn some surprising things about blues history, you also learn how it connects with American social and cultural history, the ... Read More
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Folk song U.S.A. : the 111 best American ballads
Holy Manna for Folklorists
Rare and getting more so, this book is the ultimate resource for folk, bluegrass, and old time musicians. I had lost my edition years ago and never thought I would find another -- but here it is! ... Read More
