John Root
Musician • Educator


Only Yesterday:
Popular Music of the '40's and '50's" features a diverse repertoire of classics from America’s songbook composed during these two decades. John sings seldom-heard verses as well as the more familiar choruses of these songs, accompanying himself at the keyboard with authentic period piano arrangements. Lyrics of these songs offer insights about the customs and values of American popular culture at this time.

“Only Yesterday" is the sequel to "Popular Music of the Gaslight Era" and "Popular Music of the Golden Years", which have been enjoyed by many audiences at libraries and historical societies throughout New England.

 

 

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