A musical exploration of the repertoire of Ottawa Valley fiddler, Dawson Girdwood. Transcripts of the tunes, including variations, embellishments, and bowing indications are provided. Published in English.

Editeur : Mercury-Mercure
Parution : 1985-01-01

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An examination of the practice of mummery in Newfoundland including a discussion of mummering time, groups, costumes, and behaviour. The author argues that mummery reflects cultural values and is a ritual response to a liminal state.Published in English

Editeur : Mercury-Mercure
Parution : 1984-01-01

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This introduction to the folk fiddling tradition of Prince George, British Columbia, offers a brief overview of the genre, biographical sketches of three of the region’s fiddlers, and fourteen melodies. Published in English.

Editeur : Mercury-Mercure
Parution : 1982-01-01

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A selection of thirty-two traditional fiddle tunes transcribed from tapes with commentary concerning the tunes’ melody, performers, and annotations. An analysis of the ten extant versions of “La grande gigue simple” and the ten versions of its derivative “Red River Jig”...

Editeur : Mercury-Mercure
Parution : 1981-01-01

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A holistic description of Newfoundland outport music and its social significance based on interviews conducted in Green’s Harbour and the Trinity Bay South area. Published in English.

Editeur : Mercury-Mercure
Parution : 1980-01-01

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