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The Parlor Songs Association Inc. Preserving America's Popular Music History
 
   

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Announcing;
A Special Video Article.

Now in our 15th year, over 1,300 songs and
over 130 articles available on our site!

A special 36 minute video produced and narrated by Parlor Songs Vice President Richard Beil that tells the story of the African influence on America's music and on the songwriters and composers of American popular music.
Watch Video


Our Previous Issue:

Minstrelsy

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Discover American Song:

In Search of American Popular Song
 
A compilation of special articles about aspects of American popular song that helps define and clarify the origins of the music that is uniquely American. Also included is a listing of biographical articles about some of the songwriters who helped define American song.
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Fund Raising Drive! Special Offer!
Please Help Us!

  • In this space last month, we announced the launch of a special fund raising drive and mentioned our ongoing efforts to catalog and digitize the enormous collection of sheet music acquired through your generous gifts over the years.
    It occurs to us that it might be helpful for you, our potential donors, to have a more detailed explanation of what we are doing.
    Our entire staff here consists of 4 people, all unpaid volunteers.  The work we do to bring you informative articles, produce CDs of our music, fill your requests, and answer your emails is our primary focus.  The sheer amount of sheet music that is yet to be cataloged and scanned is simply overwhelming; over 6,000 titles!
    We are seeking to purchase at least 2 additional scanners.  Plus, we have approached the music department of a local college, seeking students willing to spend a few hours per week assisting.  We must be able to offer them some compensation for their time and effort.
    There are many ways you can help.  This drive will run through April 30th. To learn how you can help and more about our work, please go to our special offer page.


  • Parlorsongs Supports the Wounded Warrior Project:  In pursuing our mission of preserving the rich heritage of American popular music, we are constantly reminded of the sacrifices made by men and women of the Armed Forces through the years to continue ourfreedoms. Parlorsongs now donates 10% of the net proceeds of each CD to the rehabilitation efforts of Wounded Warriors. For more information about the discs and songs Check it out on our shopping page and our companion page that details all the songs.
  • FREE! Ragtime Sheet Music Screen saver. A Ragtime sheet music cover screen saver, no cost, no ads, no nags, just some great covers and music to thank you for being a loyal ParlorSongs fan. Get the details and download information here.