Memphis Music: Before the Blues by Tim Sharp

Memphis Music: Before the Blues

Images of America: Tennessee

Tim Sharp

130 pages missing pub info (editions)

nonfiction history music medium-paced
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Memphis means music. That relationship was solidified in 1909 when W. C. Handy wrote the song "Mr. Crump" and later published it as the "Memphis Blues." As Handy's songs were sung and played in streets and music halls, a spotlight began to shine o...

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