The Man from Vermont: Charles Ross Taggart, the Old Country Fiddler

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Synopsis
In 1895, East Topsham's Charles Ross Taggart set his sights on becoming a traveling musical humorist. His uproarious ventriloquist and musical performances brought rave reviews in his Vermont community. He was soon thrust into the world of the lyceum and Chautauqua circuits, journeying far and wide across North America. His forty-three-year career spanned some of America's most exciting and most difficult times, and his folk performances--especially his beloved "Old Country Fiddler"--brought smiles to all who experienced them. He was also an innovator in the entertainment industry, recording his music and humor, as well as appearing in one of the first "talkie" films. Discover the remarkable story of "The Man from Vermont" who helped Americans forget their troubles when they needed it most with his mimicry, stories and fiddling.
Copyright:
2013

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
160 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781625846808
Related ISBNs:
9781626192119
Publisher:
The History Press
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Adam R. Boyce
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
History, Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs, Music
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Bookshare Staff
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This is a copyrighted book.

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