Stephen Foster - Oh! Susanna Sheet Music: 2 Free PDFs
"Oh! Susanna" is a minstrel song by Stephen Foster, first published in 1848. It became widely popular during the California Gold Rush and remains one of the most recognizable American folk tunes.
"Oh! Susanna" is one of Stephen Foster's most iconic minstrel songs, written in 1848.
Its catchy melody and lyrics about a traveler heading to Louisiana made it a popular anthem
during the California Gold Rush. Despite its cheerful tone, the song reflects racial stereotypes
of the era, typical for minstrel shows.
"Oh! Susanna" is a minstrel song by Stephen Foster, first published in 1848. It became an anthem of the California Gold Rush and remains one of the most recognizable American folk tunes.
"Oh! Susanna" is a minstrel song by Stephen Foster, first published in 1848. It became an anthem of the California Gold Rush due to its catchy melody and themes of westward migration. Foster composed both the music and lyrics.
A minstrel song blending folk and parlor music traditions, widely adopted by prospectors during the California Gold Rush. Its enduring popularity cemented Foster’s legacy as a pioneer of American popular music.
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