Ronnie Gilbert: A Radical Life in Song
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| Rating | : | 4.84 (543 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0520253086 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 312 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-11-23 |
| Language | : | English |
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We are fortunate that Gilbert took the time to document her singular experiences as a committed activist and singer whose soaring contralto and dangerous songs both accompanied and animated the progressive movements of her time."--Elaine Elinson"San Francisco Chronicle" (12/25/2015)""This posthumously published memoir offers an exceptional narrative about the life of a courageous and radical woman."--Irene Javors"The Gay & Lesbian Review" (08/01/2016)"Gilbert's Radical Life in Song is an honest se
Demonstrates so well how one can lead creative, active life well into old age. For those of us who thought that Ronnie Gilbert was JUST part of the legendary Weavers, this autobiography in an eye opener. Far from just being part of the Weavers, Ronnie Gilbert’s life has been a series of stepping stones, leading to new adventures in the arts and living.She was part of the early protest song movement before the Weavers, and then came the Weavers, a group that burst on the music scene in the early 50s, only to be hurt by the McCarthy scare of the 50s – one of the dark periods in American history.Yet her life didn’t end with the disbanding of the Weavers; ins. Shari A. Mann said A Most Enjoyable Herstory Tale. I much enjoyed the book, having lived through the times, from "Goodnight Irene" forward. For many, it will be a history lesson, so best to enjoy history. For me it was reminiscence, which I often haven't time for. Unless the memories are happy ones. as my memories of those trying, exciting times are.. Goldilocks said Highly Recommend. I grew up listening to The Weavers and it has been wonderful having the background story of the evolution of the group. Ronnie Gilbert's voice is clear and pure and a pleasure to listen to (I've been playing and re-playing Weavers at Carnegie Hall CD). I also just saw the movie "Trumbo" so more background on the McCarthy witch hunts has really broadened my knowledge of that blight of time in our history. If you have not heard the music you can still find The Weavers music as well as Pete Seeger.
Ronnie Gilbert had a long and colorful career as a singer, actor, playwright, therapist, and independent woman. Much more than a memoir, Ronnie Gilbert is a unique and engaging historical document for readers interested in music, theater, American politics, the women’s movement, and left-wing activism.. Her lifelong work for political and social change was central to her role as a performer. Raised in Depression-era New York City by leftist, working-class, secular Jewish parents, Gilbert is best known as a member of the Weavers, the quartet of the 1950s and '60s that survived the blacklist and helped popularize folk music in America. Her joyous contralto and vibrant stage presence enriched the celebrated group and propelled Gilbert into a second singing career with Holly Near in the 1980s and '90s. As an actor, Gilbert explored developmental theater with Joseph Chaikin and Peter Brook and wrote and performed in ensemble and solo productions across the United States and Canada.Ronnie Gilbert brings the political, artistic, and social