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"Oh Shenandoah" (also called simply "Shenandoah", or "Across the Wide Missouri") is a traditional American folk song of uncertain origin, dating at least to the early 19th century. The song is number 324 in the Roud Folk Song Index, but is not listed amongst the Child Ballads.
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∙ 12y agoThe writer of the melody of Shenandoah is not known.
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Is shenandoah the folk song in the public domain?
Yes, definitely. The author is unknown.
Who composed Shenandoah?
Shenandoah is an American folk song. The composer is unknown. With possible origins in Virginia, noting that its title is also the name of a Virginia river, the song has been considered for Virginia's official state song. In his 1931 book on sea and river chanteys entitled Capstan Bars, David Bone wrote that "Oh Shenandoah" originated as a river shanty and then became popular with sea-going crews in the early 1800s
Who wrote the song Jasmine Flower a Chinese folk song?
It's hard to tell who wrote this song.
What does Shenandoah refer to in the traditional folk song of the same name?
Shenandoah is a Native American word which seems to be shared by most of the popular tribes. It means "daughter of the stars", though as one Iroquois chief's name, it meant "deer in the woods." The actual reference of the song is wide and varied, depending on the region the lyrics originate from. As folks songs will, lyrics varied depending on the singer, and would change as the song was passed along. For more information on the song's origins and possible references, see the Related Link section, specifically the link titled "Wikipedia - Shenandoah (folk song)".
Who originally wrote the folk song One Voice--did the Wailin' Jennys write it or just cover it?
Founding Member Ruth Moody wrote the song One Voice
.Is Shenandoah folk song public domain?
Yes, Shenandoah is public domain.
Who wrote the song 'Cross the Wide Missouri'?
Maybe you are talking about "Shenandoah," which is a traditional American folk song, writer unkown, although it may have originated as a sea chanty.
Is shenandoah the folk song in the public domain?
Yes, definitely. The author is unknown.
Who composed Shenandoah?
Shenandoah is an American folk song. The composer is unknown. With possible origins in Virginia, noting that its title is also the name of a Virginia river, the song has been considered for Virginia's official state song. In his 1931 book on sea and river chanteys entitled Capstan Bars, David Bone wrote that "Oh Shenandoah" originated as a river shanty and then became popular with sea-going crews in the early 1800s
Who wrote the song Jasmine Flower a Chinese folk song?
It's hard to tell who wrote this song.
When was Shenandoah - album - created?
No One knows when the song Shenandoah was written. It was an old folk song that was sang many many years ago. So any song that is done now is just arranged by some one. So, This is a never ending question. Sorry if you were needing to have an answer to this question.
Is Shenandoah public domain?
Yes, Shenandoah is in the public domain. This traditional American folk song dates back to the 19th century and its copyright has expired, making it part of the public domain.
Who wrote there is a green hill far away?
irish folk song
What does Shenandoah refer to in the traditional folk song of the same name?
Shenandoah is a Native American word which seems to be shared by most of the popular tribes. It means "daughter of the stars", though as one Iroquois chief's name, it meant "deer in the woods." The actual reference of the song is wide and varied, depending on the region the lyrics originate from. As folks songs will, lyrics varied depending on the singer, and would change as the song was passed along. For more information on the song's origins and possible references, see the Related Link section, specifically the link titled "Wikipedia - Shenandoah (folk song)".
Who originally wrote the folk song One Voice--did the Wailin' Jennys write it or just cover it?
Founding Member Ruth Moody wrote the song One Voice
Who wrote the national anthem of Slovakia?
The music is a folk song, the lyrics was written by Janko Matuška.
Who wrote lightly row?
From what my music teacher told me years ago, it was a German folk song.
