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Bill Crofut discusses his career as a folk singer and his work with other musicians

BROADCAST: Dec. 8, 1981 | DURATION: 00:24:22

Synopsis

Studs interviews Bill Crofut about his career. They discuss Crofut’s recording label, “Cousin Jacks” and his album with Benjamin Luxon, “Simple Gifts.” Crofut shares his experiences working with various musicians and describes some of his songs. He reflects on his work with the Natalie Wood film, “Brainstorm.” Crofut sings part of the “Grandfather’s Clock” and an unnamed children’s song. The music is removed from this edited version of the original recording.

Details

Broadcast Date
Dec. 8, 1981

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 53.22 min.) :

Duration
24 minutes, 22 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Music Music - Folk Music

People

Musicians

Tags

Crofut, Bill--Interviews Folk musicians--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Crofut, Bill,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Britton, Benjamin Holtzberg, Maggie, 1955- Folk singers. Luxon, Benjamin Joplin, Scott, 1868-1917 Brainstorm (Motion picture) Goshen College

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