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The Good Old State Of Maine, James Brown
The Good Old State Of Maine, James Brown
Maine Song and Story Sampler
People have likely been singing, whistling, and humming while working for as long as music and work have existed. This relationship has developed twofold, both as a way to make work go faster (either by passing the time or establishing a rhythm for work) and as a means of expressing discontent with work or working conditions.
Canaday-I-O, Robert French
Canaday-I-O, Robert French
Maine Song and Story Sampler
The major recurring theme in these folksongs from Maine and Maritime Canada is the flow of cultural products and people within the area of New Hampshire, Maine, and eastern Canada. But while this cultural and demographic exchange helped define the region, it did not mean there was no rivalry or animosity between states, provinces, or nations.
Old Horse Or The Sailor’S Grace, Robert French
Old Horse Or The Sailor’S Grace, Robert French
Maine Song and Story Sampler
"Old Horse" is an old sea song (dating at least back to the 1830s, and probably long before that) that expresses sailors' dissatisfaction with the quality of their food.