THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF CAJUN MUSIC! - Words and Music to 247 Original and Traditional songs. A treasury of Cajun Music collected, transcribed, and annotated by Raymond E. Francois. "Ye Yaille Chere" is a comprehensive collection of music from southwest Louisiana from 1900 and earlier to nearly 1970. This book is a valuable reference for anyone interested in Cajun music and the Cajun culture. Tunes, turns, chord changes, and words are documented in manuscript for more than 240 selections, ranging from old songs which have nearly been forgotten to the classic songs of Cajun repertoire. Variations of many songs are included, and songs are cross-referenced to original and other recordings and to related songs. Reminiscences by Cajun musicians and extensive notes provide a musical and cultural setting for the selections.
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A quote from the legendary Cajun musician and songwriter, Dewey Balfa says it all: "It's a well-planted seed when you leave your knowledge to some young people. If we don't do it, this music will die and there is no reason for it to die, because it's so beautiful."
This book has been re-issued because of the beliefs we share with Mr. Balfa. This book will be appreciated and treasured by only the chosen, where the spirit of the music dwells. Enjoy.
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This is the "bible" of Acadian "Cajun" music!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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Wonderful translation of the Cajun songs from French,
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This review is from: Ye Yaille Chere: Traditional Cajun Dance Music (Hardcover)
For someone who doesn't understand French, it is hard to really know the meaning of the Cajun folk songs. Mr. Francois does an excellent job of translating. In addition, he gives a small history of the songs as well as actual written music.
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Cajun music roots resource,
This review is from: Ye Yaille Chere, Traditional Cajun Dance Music (Hardcover)
I'm thrilled to have all of these great traditional Cajun songs - melodies *and* French lyrics *and* English translations - at my fingertips. The description of general characteristics that make this music truly Cajun is a real boon for someone who's trying to get a handle on how to play this genre with any instrument.
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This is the "bible" of Acadian "Cajun" music!,
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This review is from: Ye Yaille Chere: Traditional Cajun Dance Music (Hardcover)
This is the "bible" of Acadian "Cajun" music! Raymond E. François
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