Many have commentary sent to us by our correspondents who write about the history of the songs and what they've meant in their lives. We hope this book will help foster a love of international children's songs! Featuring sheet music and links to recordings! Over 75 beloved carols from countries and cultures all around the globe. Each includes the full text in the original language, with an English translation. Each also features links to recordings on the Mama Lisa website, some by professional musicians, but many by ordinary people who have contributed them to us, to help preserve their culture.
Most include beautiful illustrations and sheet music. Many have commentary sent to us by our correspondents who write about the history of the songs and what they meant in their lives. We've included beloved favorites from all over the world like: -"Tu scendi dalle stelle You Come Down from the Stars " from Italy. We've also included English language favorites like: -"Good King Wenceslas". Please contribute a traditional song or rhyme from your country.
At Mama Lisa's World we believe sharing our cultures and traditions can help bring us togehter. Your purchase at our bookstore will help keep us online. Thanks so much! Visit Our Book Store. Articles related to Everybody Loves Saturday Night, and more!
Order Here! Apparently, no one was able to ascertain the original composer of the song since it arose spontaneously from a protest movement on a continent thousands of miles away, and so it was written off as what is known in music biz terminology as a Public Domain song.
This means that the song belongs to everyone and no one at the same time and whomever claims a fresh version gets the credit. Copyright law is confusing to say the least. When the New Christy Minstrels decided to record the song somewhere in the early sixties, our record label, Columbia Records had to assign our version of the song to someone. No siree. So, the song was lassoed and brought under the aegis of their publishing arm. From there it was a matter of writing down the name of the group member who remembered the song and had created the current version.
Little did I know that I had suddenly become the composer. Pete, forgive me wherever you are. I learned about my good fortune such as it was long after I left the group and my royalties came directly to me along with detailed statement. To be truthful, I needed the money so I cashed the checks after my attorney informed me that it was not only legal but proper. Where in this article do I get to mention that the oddness of this financial arrangement still amazes me.
I hope we shed some light on the plight of those poor folks who tried to make the best of a Saturday night lockdown in their own country.
So there you have it. Funny, I remember lots of songs but nothing more yet. Meanwhile, I still love Saturday night. I searched for a recording of Pete that comes close to the version I first heard, but no luck. We promise your e-mail is safe with us.
All rights reserved. Website by: Integritive. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website, analyze site traffic, and show event times in your timezone. By continuing to browse the site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Stale smell of beer and the smoke in your eyes I keep sittin' and drinkin' and thinkin' 'bout a sad goodbye So tell me, why is everybody so in love?
Why is everybody so in love? Why is everybody so in love with Saturday night? Oh yeah, Saturday night. Wade Bowen The Given Album songs 1. All That's Left 2. Saturday Night Modify 3.
0コメント