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Lexington Murder, performed by Mrs. G.L. Bostic

Recorded on March 23, 1938, in what was Dr. Abrams' first recording session, Mrs. G.L. Bostic performs 'Lexington Murder.' 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.

Let My People Go, performed by Appalachian State Teacher's College Boy's Quartet

Recorded in Boone, NC, the Appalachian State Teacher's College Boys' Quartet performs 'Let My People Go.' 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.

Let Me Travel Alone, performed by the Adee Choir

Recorded in Sylva, NC on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic, the Adee Choir performs 'Let Me Travel Alone.' 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.

Leap Frog John, performed by Mrs. Eliza Saunders

Listen to Mrs. Eliza Saunders performing 'Leap Frog John.' 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.

Lay Down My Burdens, performed by the Carolina Ramblers

Recorded on September 14, 1940 at the Blowing Rock Fiddler's Convention, the Carolina Ramblers performs 'Lay Down My Burdens.' 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.

Lassie, Where are You Going, performed by Luella Shaw

Luella Shaw performs 'Lassie, Where are You Going?' 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.

Lass of Rock Royal, performed by Winnie Greene

Recorded in Boone, NC, Winnie Greene performs 'Lass of Rock Royal.' 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.

Lass of Rock Royal, performed by Happy Sam Coffey

Recorded on September 14, 1940, Happy Sam Coffey performs 'Lass of Rock Royal.' 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.

Lass of Rock Royal, performed by Ernest Bolick

Ernest Bolick performs 'Lass of Rock Royal.' 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 Lady and the Sailor, 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 'The Lady and the Sailor.' 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.

King William was King George's Son, performed by Miss Laura B. Timmons

Recordedon August 9, 1940, Miss Laura B. Timmons performs 'King William was King George's Son.' 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.

Kentucky Moonshiner, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on September 26, 1942, Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'Kentucky Moonshiner.' 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.

Johnson City Blues, performed by Carl Story and the Carolina Ramblers

Recorded on August 3, 1940, Carl Story and the Carolina Ramblers perform 'Johnson City Blues.' 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.

Johnny's So Long at the Fair, performed by Burl Ives

Recorded from the Columbia Radio School of Air program, Burl Ives performs 'Johnny's So Long at the Fair.' 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.

John Henry, performed by an unknown artist

Recorded from the School of Air program, an unknown artist performs 'John Henry.' 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.

John Henry, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on July 5, 1945, Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'John Henry.' 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.

John Dillinger's Rag, performed by Uncle Mack Crow

Recorded in Boone, NC, Uncle Mack Crow performs 'John Dillinger's Rag.' 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.

John Brown's Body, performed by the W.C. Johnson Family

Set to the tune of 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic,' the W.C. Johnson Family, aka The Hubbard Family, performs the comical 'John Brown's Body.' 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.

Jesus Paid It All, performed by the Rock Springs Choir

Recorded on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic in Sylva, NC, the Rock Springs Choir performs 'Jesus Paid It All.' 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.

Jennie Jenkins, performed by Mrs. James York

Recorded on December 7, 1940 at the Bland Hotel in Raleigh, NC, Mrs. James York performs 'Jennie Jenkins.' 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.

Jennie Jenkins, performed by Ruth Weatherman

Ruth Weatherman performs 'Jennie Jenkins.' 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.

Jennie Jenkins (Julie Jenkins), performed by Mrs. Beulah Greene Miller

Recorded on August 8, 1940, Mrs. Beulah Greene Miller performs her variant of 'Julie Jenkins,' also more widely known as 'Jennie Jenkins.' 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 Jealous Lover, performed by Lena Warf

Recorded on July 12, 1940, Lena Warf performs 'The Jealous Lover.' 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 Jealous Lover, unknown performer

Performed by an unknown singer, listen to the 'Jealous Lover.' 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.

Jack and Joe, performed by Pearl Webb

Recorded on July 6 1941, Pearl Webb performs 'Jack and Joe.' 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.

Jack and Joe, performed by Edith Walker

Recorded on August 9, 1940, Edith Walker performs 'Jack and Joe.' 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.

Ivan Skavinksi Skavan, performed by Burl Ives

Recorded from the Columbia Radio School of the Air program, Burl Ives performs 'Ivan Skavinski Skavan.' 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.

It Makes No Difference Now, performed by Uncle Mack Crow

Recorded at the Blowing Rock Fiddler's Convention on July 5, 1941, Uncle Mack Crow, along with the Johnson Boys, performs 'It Makes No Difference Now.' 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.

Instrumental Trio, performed by Doyle Pruitt, George Waynick, and Bob Young

Doyle Pruitt, George Waynick and Bob Young perform an 'Instrumental Trio.' 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 Indian Convert, performed by Tipton Greene

Recorded in Boone, NC, Tipton Greene performs 'The Indian Convert.' 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.

In the Valley, performed by Steve and Lloyd Church

Recorded in North Wilkesboro, NC, Steve and Lloyd Church perform 'In the Valley.' 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.

In the Time of My Childhood, performed by Burl Ives

Recorded from the Columbia Radio 'School of Air' program, Burl Ives performs 'In the Time of My Childhood.' 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.

In a Little Rosewood Casket, performed by Lena Warf

Recorded on November 14, 1940 in Boone, NC, Lena Warf performs 'In a Little Rosewood Casket.' 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.

In a Little College, performed by Lena Warf

Recorded on November 14, 1940 in Boone, NC, Lena Warf performs 'In a Little Cottage.' 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.

In 1869, performed by the Almanacs

Recorded from the Columbia Radio 'School of Air' program, the Almanacs perform 'In 1869.' 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.

If You Don't Believe I'm Leaving, performed by Otis Motes

Recorded on July 4, 1941 at the Blowing Rock Fiddler's Convention, Otis Motes performs 'If You Don't Believe I'm Leaving.' 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.

I'll Be Back in a Year Little Darling, performed at the Farmer's Federation Picnic [July 26, 1941]

Recorded on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic in Sylva, NC, 'I'll Be Back in a Year Little Darling' 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.

I Wouldn't Have Him, performed by Mrs. James York

Recorded on August 22, 1941, Mrs. James York performs 'I Wouldn't Have Him.' 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.

I Wouldn't Have Him, performed by Miss Evonna York

Recorded on June 23, 1942, at age four years old, Miss Evonna York performs 'I Wouldn't Have Him.' 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.

I Wish I Were Single Again, unknown performer

Recorded in Sylva, NC on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic, and unknown singer performs 'I Wish I Were Single Again.' 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.

I Wish I was a Mole in the Ground, performed by Pearl Webb

Recorded on June 26, 1940, Pearl Webb performs 'I Wish I was a Mole in the Ground.' 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.

I Went Out One Morning, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on June 7, 1943, Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'I Went Out One Morning.' 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.

I Was Born in West Virginia, performed by Doyle Pruitt, George Waynick, and Bob Young

Recorded on August 28, 1944, Doyle Pruitt, George Waynick, and Bob Young perform 'I Was Born in West Virginia.' 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.

I Want to Hold My Savior's Hand, performed by the Rock Springs Choir

Recorded at the Farmer's Federation Picnic on July 26, 1941 in Sylva, NC, the Rock Springs Choir performs 'I Want to Hold My Savior's Hand.' 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.

I Need Jesus, performed by the W.C. Johnson Family

Recorded on January 31, 1941 in Vale, NC, the W.C. Johnson Family, along with Mrs. Lillian Abrams, performs 'I Need Jesus.' 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.

I Made a Covenant with the Lord, performed by the Convention Choir

Recorded on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic in Sylva, NC, the Convention Choir performs 'I Made a Covenant with 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.

I Love You Truly, performed by Mrs. Lillian Abrams and Cullen Johnson

Recorded on January 31, 1941 at the home of W.C. Johnson, Mrs. Lillian Abrams and Cullen Johnson perform 'I Love You Truly.' 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.

I Love You Truly, performed by Mrs. Lillian Abrams

Mrs. Lillian Abrams, Dr. Abrams' wife, performs 'I Love You Truly.' 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.

I Love Little Willie, performed by Edith Walker

Recorded on August 9, 1940, Edith Walker performs 'I Love Little Wille.' 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.

I Love Little Willie (I Have Me a Sweetheart), performed by Myrtle C. Venable

Recorded on July 31, 1945, Myrtle C. Venable performs a variant of 'I Love Little Willie,' sung as 'I Have Me a Sweetheart.' 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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