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Arthur Kylander
Oi, Kuinka Engeliksi Meilin (Folk Music Institute, Finland
$17.99
The second volume of early Finnish American Recordings from the Finnish Folk Music Institute in Kaustinen is a wonderful set of songs from singer and musician (mandolin) Kylander, accompanied by piano, accordion or a small theater orchestra. He was often called the "smiling voice" for his lighthearted delivery and often comic lyrics (most often self-penned). Born near Turku in Finland, his family emigrated to California when he was young (around 1914). These recordings were made in New York and New Jersey in the late 1920s. While knowing the language would be a BIG plus, the music itself, and his inimitable delivery make it a good musical experience for anyone who loves classic popular music. There are notes in both English and Finnish in the 20 page booklet.
You can read an interesting article about him published in Finger Lake Finns
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Lumber Jaaki
Ylioppilas Suomesta (Student of Finland)
Suomalainen ja sauna (A Finn and The Sauna)
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