Murder She Sang: A Musical Review of Appalachian Lore, Southern Gothic Lyricism, & the Perils of Love
Dating back to the 16th century (if not even further), the murder ballad is a cornerstone of the Appalachian folk music genre.
In this workshop, we dive into musical heritage, regional history, local lore, and social context to explore the cultural importance of these foundational tunes. Here's what you can expect:
A light-yet-informative conversation about the origination and cultural significance of murder ballads.
A musical review of several popular Appalachian murder ballads, including the true, trueish, and not-so-true stories that inspired these songs.
A digital collection of acoustic recordings of the songs we learn about—so you can continue to learn them and love them long after our session.