Niles, John Jacob

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American composer and folk song collector, very influential in the American folk revival of the 1960s; his Christmas carol, "I Wonder as I Wander" is one of his best known works. Born 1892, died 1980.

  • John Jacob Niles - Dean of American Balladeers  - Offers a biography, discography, and bibliography for the folklorist and composer.
  • John Jacob Niles Center for American Music  - An institute of the University of Kentucky celebrating, researching, and performing American music, especially that of the southeastern USA. Includes details of their academic and musical programs, and archives.
  • The Niles-Merton Song Cycle  - An account of the composer's song cycle, setting the poetry of Thomas Merton to music; includes information about Jackie Roberts, Niles' collaborator on the project.
 
 
 
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