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Songs of the Great Lakes

Various Artists
Songs of the Great Lakes

This 1964 Folkways release, recorded and produced by Edith Fulton Fowke, is a collection of songs dealing primarily with sailing on the Great Lakes of North America. Fowke’s research relies heavily on stories and songs as recollected by descendants of former Great Lakes sailors. The vocal performances on this release are both rousing and authentic. Liner notes include brief biographies of the performers as well as lyrics and explanations supplemental to the songs.

Track Listing

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101
Stanley Bâby
04:53
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102
C. H. J. Snider
03:39
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103
C. H. J. Snider
03:07
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104
O. J. Abbott
03:55
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105
Stanley Bâby
00:47
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106
C. H. J. Snider
05:14
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107
Stanley Bâby
00:50
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201
Stanley Bâby
02:58
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202
Orlo Brandon
01:49
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203
Orlo Brandon
01:27
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204
Stanley Bâby
05:34
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205
C. H. J. Snider
03:16
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206
Stanley Bâby
09:25