1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward

A large vintage spiral-bound book titled "The American Bicentennial Song Book." The cover features a black background with bold red and yellow typography and a classic painting of Revolutionary War musicians.
1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
A large vintage spiral-bound book titled "The American Bicentennial Song Book." The cover features a black background with bold red and yellow typography and a classic painting of Revolutionary War musicians. 1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward 1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward 1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward 1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward 1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward 1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward 1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
1975 The American Bicentennial Songbook – Vol 1: 1770-1870s – William R. Ward
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This softcover book features a substantial rectangular silhouette and a matte paper texture, offering a grounded aesthetic for curated library displays.

A monumental tribute to the musical heritage of the United States, this 1975 Bicentennial Songbook captures the melodies that defined the nation’s first century. Compiled by William R. Ward, this Volume One anthology covers the transformative decades between 1770 and the 1870s, presenting a diverse array of folk, patriotic, and social songs. The cover is a standout piece of 1970s graphic design, utilizing high-contrast primary colors and a classic revolutionary motif to create a sophisticated, academic presence that serves as a cornerstone for any "dark academia" study or American history collection.

The volume carries a unique institutional patina, featuring personal name stamps that speak to its life as a functional piece of scholarly history. The practical spiral-bound design ensures the 271 pages of notation and history stay perfectly flat, making it an ideal textural anchor for a creative studio or music room. Whether utilized as a primary source for the study of American folklore or styled alongside other vintage ephemera on a mahogany bookshelf, this book is a resilient and dignified testament to the enduring power of the American songbook.

This item is vintage, over 50 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.

    • Origin: USA

    • Era: 1970s

    • Material: Paper, Plastic Spiral

    • Dimensions: 11" H x 8.5" W

    • Condition: Good (Owner markings)

    • Special Feature: Lay-flat spiral binding

    • Note: Volume 1 of 2