Record #:

5586

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

The Menhaden Chantymen of Beaufort and Carteret Counties sing chanteys that reflect the work, religion, and loves of the men and are also reminiscent of the old field-work songs. In 1991, the group received a N.C. Folk Heritage Award.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 44 Issue 1 & 2, 1997, p42-44

Subject(s):

Menhaden fisheries; Folk songs; Folk singers; Sea songs