Cesare Sodero and Sodero’s Band Cesare Sodero, a name that resonates with the golden age of early 20th-century music, was a remarkable conductor and composer who left an […]
Rural Life and Folk Traditions
This episode of “Three Tune Tuesday” explores rural American life and folk traditions through three iconic songs from the early 20th century: “Old Dan Tucker” (1916), “The Arkansas […]
Edison Records
I. The Origins of Edison Records Thomas Edison, known as “The Wizard of Menlo Park,” was a prolific inventor whose innovations profoundly shaped the modern world. Among his […]
Cultural Melting Pot
Journey through the musical melting pot of the early 20th century, exploring a Spanish tango, a ragtime-inspired fox trot, and an operatic ballad that showcase the rich cultural […]
World War I Reflections
This week’s episode of Three Tune Tuesday explores the impact of World War I on music, featuring the songs “Goodbye Broadway, Hello France,” “Roses of Picardy,” and “Oh, How I Hate to Get Up in the Morning.”
Freedom and the Pursuit of Happiness
In this week’s episode of “Three Tune Tuesday,” we explore the theme of “Freedom and the Pursuit of Happiness” through the timeless melodies of “Marching Through Georgia,” “The […]
Women’s Suffrage Anthems
In this week’s episode of Three Tune Tuesday, we celebrate the powerful anthems of the women’s suffrage movement, exploring the songs that united and inspired the fight for […]
Green Brother’s Novelty Band
Introduction When it comes to the eclectic sounds of early 20th-century music, few groups capture the whimsical spirit and innovative flair quite like the Green Brothers’ Novelty Band. […]
Technological Marvels
In this week’s episode of Three Tune Tuesday, we explore the theme of “Technological Marvels,” highlighting early 20th-century songs that celebrate innovations like aviation, railroads, and wartime communications, […]
The Dawn of Recorded Music
In this week’s “Three Tune Tuesday,” we explore the dawn of recorded music with iconic early recordings by George W. Johnson, Enrico Caruso, and Charles D’Almaine, highlighting the […]