Introduction My first post this week introduced “Hiram Hubbard”, a Kentucky murder ballad from the era of the Civil War. The performance of Jean Ritchie and Doc Watson was our springboard. For the sake of avoiding multiple clicks across posts, … Continue reading →
“Come all you friends and neighbors…” Every spring, as I finish teaching my unit on the American Civil War, my thoughts turn towards that most terrible of American experiences. Me being who I am always makes that rather intense. This … Continue reading →
Rorey Carroll Part Two of Murder Ballad Monday’s Interview with Rorey Carroll Read Part One of the interview here. Read about the song, “Head Hung,” here. MBM: If you don’t mind me asking about this, your brother died tragically … Continue reading →
Rorey Carroll “…it’s such a powerful thing to take someone’s life. It’s one of the most powerful things, and it’s something that anyone could do. I think people are fascinated with death and murder for the fascination with their own darkness.” Part One … Continue reading →
