Record #:

39471

Author(s):

Thompson, Donald Underwood

Abstract:

The folksong “Barbara Allen” has been documented since the 17th century, but mostly likely originated well before that. The author learned it from his mother, who learned it from her father, who sang it for his children. The song has several variations, but also has three principal melodied to which it is sung or played. The lyrics to the song are transcribed as sung by John Underwood.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 61.1 Issue 2, Spring and Summer 2014, p72-78 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Folk music; Folk songs; Ballads