While his father works in the city over the winter, a young boy thinks of some good times they've shared and looks forward to his return to their South African

Authoritative study traces the African influences and lyric significance of such songs as Swing Low, Sweet Chariot and John Henry, and gives words and music for

This thorough, well-researched exploration of the origins and development of a rich and varied African American musical tradition features authentic versions of

Traces Negro folksongs back to their American beginnings. Dance songs, ballads, lullabies, work songs, and others are discussed.