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The Devil's Box: Masters of Southern Fiddling

1997
by Charles Wolfe
CMF Press/Vanderbilt University Pres

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Description

Now in its second printing, this unique and illuminating overview of the traditions of Southern fiddling covers the key performers and compositions that defined that genre during its golden age and that continue to influence popular music today. Includes 18 illustrations, a bibliography and an index.

Reviews

"Wolfe's well-documented research compels the reader to salute the study of country music as a valid endeavor for scholarly contributions." -- Library Journal

Awards

1997 Belmont University Book Award

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