Officially Approved Songs Of The American Colleges Alma Mater and Prep Songs of the United States, Canada, Alaska, Hawaii. 181 Song music book.. [Unknown Binding] Intercollegiate Music League

Description

1938 edition. Paperback cover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks and stains, and bending. Spine has significant reading creases and wear. Pages have some marks but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved 1938 edition of “Officially Approved Songs Of The American Colleges” offers a fascinating glimpse into the musical culture of academic institutions across North America in the early 20th century. Published during a period of rapid expansion and diversification of higher education, this songbook captures the spirit and pride of colleges and universities through their alma mater songs and fight songs. Beyond mere lyrics and melodies, these songs served as rallying cries, fostering a sense of camaraderie and tradition that bound students, alumni, and faculty together. While the cover shows signs of heavy use, the pages remain largely intact, preserving a precious record of a bygone era when school songs were an integral part of campus life. For collectors and historians alike, this volume provides a unique window into the customs, values, and identities of academic communities across the continent.