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Dutch Lullaby, performed by Ruth Miller

Ruth Miller performs 'Dutch Lullaby.' 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.

Dublin Bay, performed by Herman Eggers

Recorded in Boone, NC, Herman Eggers performs 'Dublin Bay.' 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.

Drunkard's Hiccoughs, performed by Carl Story

Recorded in Blowing Rock, NC, Carl Story performs 'Drunkard's Hiccoughs.' 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.

Drunkard's Hell, performed by Mrs. Emma Regan

Recorded on August 16, 1945, Mrs. Emma Regan performs 'Drunkard's Hell.' 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.

Drowsy Sleeper (East Virginia Blues), performed by McKinley Gragg, Clarence Greene, and Winnie Greene

Recorded in Boone, NC at the home of Tipton Green, McKinley Gragg, Clarence Greene, and Winnie Greene perform 'Drowsy Sleeper (East Virginia 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.

Dream of Judgment Day, performed by Steve Church

Recorded in North Wilkesboro, NC, Steve Church performs 'Dream of Judgment Day.' Dr. Abrams recounts that his student, Ben Johnson, invited him to North Wilkesboro where people had been invited to participate in the recordings. 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.

Cumberland Gap, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on September 26, 1942, Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'Cumberland Gap.' 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.

Cripple Creek, performed by Johnny Whisnant and the Carolina Ramblers

Recorded on September 14, 1940, Johnny Whisnant and the Carolina Ramblers perform 'Cripple Creek.' 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 Contented Soldier, performed by Tipton Greene

Tipton Greene, a minister, performs 'The Contented Soldier.' 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.

Community Sing, performed by the W.C. Johnson Family [Hubbard Family]

Recorded on September 15, 1940, the W.C. Johnson Family, also known as the Hubbard Family, performs a community sing. 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.

Common Bill, performed by Ralph Corum

With two variants, the first recorded on December 5, 1941, Ralph Corum performs 'Common Bill.' 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.

Come All You Young Maidens, performed by Obediah Johnson

Obediah Johnson performs 'Come All You Young Maidens.' (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.

Come All You Young Ladies, two variants, performed by Mrs. James York

Mrs. James York performs two variants of 'Come All You Young Ladies.' 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.

Cold Mountains; unknown variant, performed by Mrs. Emma Regan

Recorded on August 16, 1945, Mrs. Emma Regan performs 'Cold Mountains' as well as an unknown 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.

Claude Allen, performed by Steve Church

Recorded in North Wilkesboro, NC, Steve Church performs 'Claude Allen.' 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.

There's a City that's Four Square, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'There's a City that's Four Square.' 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.

Chinese Breakdown, performed by the Carolina Ramblers

Recorded in Sylva, NC on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation Picnic, the Carolina Ramblers perform the 'Chinese Breakdown.' 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.

Chicken Reel, performed by Hillbilly Henderson

Recorded in Sylva, NC on July 26, 1941 at the Farmer's Federation picnic, Hillbilly Henderson performs 'Chicken Reel.' 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.

Charlie Brooks (The Two Letters), performed by Mrs. Avery Johnson

Recorded in North Wilkesboro, NC, Mrs. Avery Johnson performs 'Charlie Brooks (The Two Letters).' 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 Cat and the Mouse [folktale], performed by Marshall Ward

Marshall Ward of Watauga County, NC performs the folk tale 'The Cat and the Mouse,' recorded on August 14, 1944. The story is divided into five parts, with background information from Mr. Ward as part six. 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.

Captain Wedderburn's Courtship, performed by Horton Barker

Horton Barker performs a fragment of 'Captain Wedderburn's Courtship.' 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.

Captain Wedderburn's Courtship, performed by Obediah Johnson

Recorded in July of 1940, Obediah Johnson performs 'Captain Wedderburn's Courtship.' 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 Cambric Shirt, performed by Mrs. James York

Mrs. James York performs 'The Cambric Shirt.' 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 Butcher Boy (In London City), performed by Edith Walker

With two variants, the first recorded on July 8, 1942, Edith Walker performs her variant of 'The Butcher Boy,' also known as 'In London City.' 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 Butcher Boy, performed by Doc Abrams

Doc Abrams performs his own version of 'The Butcher 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.

The Brown Girl, performed by Mrs. Avery Johnson

Mrs. Avery Johnson performs 'The Brown Girl.' 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.

Brother Green, performed by Mr. Greene

Mr. Greene performs 'Brother Green' (poor audio quality) sung to the tune of 'Barbara Allen.' 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.

Bow Down Your Head and Cry, performed by Burl Ives

Recorded from the School of the Air program, Burl Ives performs 'Bow Down Your Head and Cry.' 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.

Bold Robin, performed by Mrs. James York

Mrs. James York performs a fragment of 'Bold Robin.' 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.

Bold Robin, performed by Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on August 3, 1940, Dr. Cratis Williams performs 'Bold Robin.' 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.

Bold Robin, performed by Mrs. Nora Hicks

Mrs. Nora Hicks performs 'Bold Robin.' 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.

Bold Robin, introduced by Dr. Abrams

Highlighting the uniqueness of this song, Dr. Abrams provides an introduction to 'Bold Robin.' 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.

Black-Eyed Susan, performed by The Farmer's Federation Stringband

Recorded in Sylva, NC on July 26, 1941, The Farmer's Federation Stringband performs 'Black-Eyed Susan.' 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.

Black Jack Davy, performed by Mrs. James York

Mrs. James York performs three variants of 'Back Jack Davy,' known to her as 'Gypsy Davy.' The first 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.

Black Jack Davy, performed by Frank Proffitt with an introduction by Dr. Abrams

Dr. Abrams provides an introduction for ballad singer Frank Proffitt, who then performs 'Black Jack Davy.' 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.

Black Jack Davy, performed by Pearl Webb

Recorded on June 26, 1940, Pearl Webb performs 'Black Jack Davy.' 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.

Black Jack Davy, performed by Mrs. Dora V. Mast

Recorded on July 16, 1945, Mrs. Dora V. Mast performs 'Black Jack Davy.' 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.

Black Jack Davy, performed by Miss Cook

Recorded on October 3, 1940, Miss Cook performs 'Black Jack Davy.' 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.

Black Betty, performed by Mrs. Nora Hicks

Mrs. Nora Hicks performs 'Black Betty.' Dr. Abrams recounts how and where the recording happened. 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.

Bird Rhymes, performed by Burl Ives

Recorded from the School of the Air program, Burl Ives performs 'Bird Rhymes.' 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.

Billy the Kid, performed by Burl Ives

Recorded from the School of the Air program, Burl Ives performs 'Billy the Kid.' 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.

Billy Grimes, performed by Mrs. G.L. Bostic

Recorded on March 23, 1938, Mrs. G.L. Bostic performs 'Billy Grimes.' 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.

Believe Me, performed by Mary Jane Kornegay

Mary Jane Kornegay performs 'Believe Me.' 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.

Behind the Walls of Gray, performed by Mr. Tipton Greene

Mr. Tipton Greene performs 'Behind the Walls of Gray.' 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.

Be Honest With Me, performed by The Collins Sisters

The Collins Sisters perform 'Be Honest With Me.' 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 Battle of Gettysburg, performed by The Burleson Sisters

The Burleson Sisters perform 'The Battle of Gettysburg.' 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.

Bashful Blue-eyed boy, performed by Beulah Greene and Dr. Cratis Williams

Recorded on August 3, 1946, Beulah Greene and Dr. Cratis Williams perform 'Bashful Blue-eyed 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.

Bashful Blue-eyed boy, performed by Beulah Greene and Gurney Smith

Beulah Greene and Gurney Smith perform 'Bashful Blue-eyed 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.

Barbara Allen, performed by Mrs. James York

Mrs. James York performs a stanza of 'Barbara Allen.' 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.

Barbara Allen, presented by Dr. Abrams

Recorded in the early 1940s from the School of Air Program, Dr. Abrams presents two variants of 'Barbara Allen.' 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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