Thal, Terri
My Greenwich Village: Dave, Bob and Me
- ISBN 13:
- 9780857162489
- author:
- Thal, Terri
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- McNidder and Grace
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 15.8 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Composers & Musicians, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Terri Thal's memoir offers a unique perspective on the Greenwich Village folk scene of the 1960s, drawing on her own experiences as a woman at the cultural forefront of the era. As a 21-year-old manager for Bob Dylan and other notable musicians, Thal provides a fresh insight into the world of folk music in 1960s New York. Thal's story is one of passion and social justice, set against the vibrant backdrop of Greenwich Village in the early 1960s. With her own voice and perspective, she recounts the community's supportive and exciting atmosphere, where music and fun were intertwined. This is a personal and intimate account of a pivotal moment in music history, told by someone who was there and played a significant role in shaping it. Through her memoir, Thal shares her experiences, from booking performances at iconic venues to her own relationships with the musicians she managed. With its rich historical context and engaging narrative, this book is a fascinating look at a bygone era and the people who helped shape it.