John Donald Robb

Composer John Donald Robb (1892–1989) built an invaluable legacy in the preservation of New Mexico’s rich musical traditions. His extensive field recordings, compositions, papers, and photographs now comprise the John Donald Robb Archives in the University of New Mexico Libraries’ Center for Southwest Research. Cancionero presents thirteen Hispanic folk songs from Robb’s renowned archive. Created for musicians and vocalists, Cancionero features arrangements for voice with piano or guitar accompaniments as well as selected concert versions for voice, oboe, harp, and piano. Introductions include information about song forms, history, and subjects, providing further insight into each song.

First published in 1980 and now available only from the University of New Mexico Press, this classic compilation of New Mexico folk music is based on thirty-five years of field research by a giant of modern music. Composer John Donald Robb, a passionate aficionado of the traditions of his adopted state, travelled New Mexico recording and transcribing music from the time he arrived in the Southwest in 1941.

""Hispanic Folk Songs of New Mexico"" is a book that delves into the rich musical history of the Hispanic community in New Mexico. Written by John Donald Robb, a renowned ethnomusicologist, this book is the first in the ""University of New Mexico Publications in the Fine Arts"" series. It is a comprehensive collection of traditional folk songs, which have been passed down through generations and are an integral part of the cultural heritage of New Mexico. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which provides an introduction to the history and cultural context of Hispanic folk songs in New Mexico. Robb discusses the origins of these songs, their evolution over time, and the role they play in the daily lives of the people who sing them. He also provides a detailed analysis of the different musical styles and instruments used in these songs, giving readers a deeper understanding of the musical traditions of New Mexico. The second part of the book is a collection of over 200 traditional folk songs, complete with sheet music and lyrics in both Spanish and English. These songs cover a wide range of themes, from love and romance to work and daily life, and showcase the diversity and richness of the Hispanic musical tradition in New Mexico. Overall, ""Hispanic Folk Songs of New Mexico"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and culture of New Mexico, as well as for musicians and music lovers who want to explore the rich and vibrant musical traditions of this region. With Selected Songs Collected, Transcribed And Arranged For Voice And Piano. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.