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Young Johnny, performed by Mrs. James York

Recorded on August 22, 1941, Mrs. James York performs a stanza of 'Young Johnny.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Young Johnny, performed by Mrs. Ephraim Stanley

Mrs. Ephraim Stanley performs 'Young Johnny.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Young Johnny, performed by Uncle Pat Fry

Recorded on August 26, 1945. Uncle Pat Fry performs 'Young Johnny.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Young Hunting, performed by Mr. James York

Mr. James York performs 'Young Hunting,' also known as 'Lord Bonnie.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Young Emily, performed by Uncle Pat Fry

Recorded on August 26, 1945, Uncle Pat Fry performs 'Young Emily.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Young Charlotte, performed by Herman Eggers

Recorded on July 1, 1940, Herman Eggers performs 'Young Charlotte.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Young Beichan, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on July 5, 1945, Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'Young Beichan.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Young Beichan, performed by Mr. James York

Recorded on August 18, 1941, Mr. James York performs 'Young Beichan.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Young Beichan, performed by Mr. and Mrs. James York

Recorded on December 7, 1940 at the Bland Hotel in Raleigh, NC, Mr. and Mrs. James York perform 'Young Beichan.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

You are My Sunshine, introduced by Dr. Abrams

Dr. Abrams introduces the song 'You are My Sunshine,' performed here by an unnknown artist. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wreck of Number 4, performed by Steve Church

Recorded in North Wilkesboro, NC, Steve Church performs 'The Wreck of Number 4.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wondrous Love, performed by Horton Barker

Recorded on April 25, 1942, Horton Barker performs 'Wondrous Love.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wonder Why, performed by McKinley Gragg and Clarence Greene

Recorded in Boone, NC at the home of Tipton Greene, McKinley Gragg and Clarence Greene perform 'Wonder Why.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Willow Garden, performed by Edith Walker

Recorded on August 9, 1940, Edith Walker performs 'The Willow Garden.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

William Hall, performed by Juanita McSwain

Recorded in Boone, NC, Juanita McSwain performs 'William Hall.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

William Hall, performed by Horton Barker

Recorded in Boone, NC, Horton Barker performs 'William Hall.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wild Bill Jones, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on September 26, 1942, Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'Wild Bill Jones.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wife Wrapped in Wether's Skin, second variant

The is the second variant. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wife Wrapped in Wether's Skin, performed by Mrs. Laura Timmons

With two variants, the first recorded on August 9, 1940, Mrs. Laura Timmons performs 'The Wife Wrapped in Wether's Skin.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wife Wrapped in Wether's Skin, performed by Frank Proffitt

Frank Proffitt performs 'The Wife Wrapped in Wether's Skin' (poor audio quality). As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wife Wrapped in Wether's Skin, performed by Burl Ives

Recorded from the Columbia Radio School of the Air program, Burl Ives performs 'The Wife Wrapped in Wether's Skin.' In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wife of Usher's Well, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'The Wife of Usher's Well.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wife of Usher's Well, performed by Nora Hicks

Mrs. Nora Hicks performs, 'The Wife of Usher's Well.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wife of Usher's Well, performed by Uncle Pat Fry

Recorded on August 26, 1945, Uncle Pat Fry performs 'The Wife of Usher's Well.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wife of Usher's Well, performed by Lloyd Church

Lloyd Church performs child ballad #79, 'The Wife of Usher's Well.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wicked Polly, second variant

The is the second variant (poor audio quality). As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wicked Polly, performed by Mrs. Jane Church

With two variants, the first recorded on August 10, 1939, Mrs. Jane Church performs 'Wicked Polly.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The White Cliffs of Dover, by Spud Whitner

The White Cliffs of Dover is performed by Spud Whitner. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Introduction to The White Cliffs of Dover, provided by Dr. Abrams

Listen as Dr. Abrams provides an introduction to 'The White Cliffs of Dover.' Unique to this collection, the song was recorded in Hattiesburg, Mississippi during World War II and sent to Dr. Abrams via voice letter. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Where Could I Go but to the Lord, performed by the Moody Sisters

Recorded on July 26, 1941 in Sylva, NC, the Moody Sisters perform 'Where Could I Go but to the Lord.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

When the Roll is Called Up Yonder, performed by the Farmer's Federation Picnic audience

Recorded on July 26, 1941 in Sylva, NC, the Farmer's Federation Picnic audience performs 'When the Roll is Called Up Yonder.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

When I was a Little Boy, performed by Mrs. James York

Recorded on July 23, 1942, Mrs. James York performs 'When I was a Little Boy.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

When I Wake Up in Gloryland, performed by the Jackson County Ramblers

Recorded on July 26, 1941 in Sylva, NC, the Jackson County Ramblers perform 'When I Wake Up in Gloryland.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Weevily Wheat, performed by Edith Walker

Edith Walker performs a fragment of 'Weevily Wheat.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Weeping Willow Tree, performed by Clarence and Winnie Greene

Recorded in Boone, NC, Clarence and Winnie Greene perform 'The Weeping Willow Tree.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Weeping Willow Tree, performed by The Collins Sister

Recorded on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic, The Collins Sisters perform 'The Weeping Willow Tree.' The song is also known as 'Bury Me Beneath the Weeping Willow.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wayfaring Stranger, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on July 22, 1946, Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'Wayfaring Stranger.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wayfaring Stranger, second variant

The second variant is performed (poor audio quality). As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wayfaring Stranger, performed by Beulah Greene

With two variants, the first recorded on July 22, 1946, Beulah Greene performs 'Wayfaring Stranger.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wayfaring Stranger, second variant

The second variant is performed. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wayfaring Stranger, performed by Burl Ives

With two variants recorded from the Columbia Radio School of the Air program, Burl Ives performs 'Wayfaring Stranger.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wayfaring Stranger, second variant, recorded April 25, 1942

The second variant which was recorded on April 25, 1942. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Wayfaring Stranger, performed by Horton Barker

With two variants, Horton Barker performs 'Wayfaring Stranger.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Watermelon on the Vine, performed by the Johnson Boys

Recorded on July 4, 1941 at the Boone Fiddler's Convention, the Johnson Boys perform 'Watermelon on the Vine.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

The Wabash Cannonball, performed by Uncle Mack Crow

Recorded in Boone, NC, Uncle Mack Crow performs 'The Wabash Cannonball.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Vance Song, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'Vance Song.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Unknown Hymn, performed by The Whittier Choir

Recorded in Sylva, NC on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic, The Whittier Choir performs an unknown hymn. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Unknown Tune, unknown performer

An unknown singer performs and unknown tune. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Unknown Hymn, performed by The Adee Choir

Recorded in Sylva, NC on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic, The Adee Choir performs an unknown hymn. As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

Two Little Rosebuds, performed by Irene and Louise Church

Recorded in North Wilkesboro, NC, Irene and Louise Church perform 'Two Little Rosebuds.' As part of the Abrams Folksong Collection, this song is one of many songs Dr. W. Amos Abrams recorded from 1938 to 1946 and transcribed in 1973. In most cases, the information provided in the Date field reflects the date the recording was made.

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