« Spanish Shawl » 1925, Fox Trot, Early Jazz, Elmer Schoebel
*Ordering additional music from me will offer a discount and combined shipping! Order a bunch, and enjoy!* « Spanish Shawl » is an exciting and upbeat foxtrot composed by Elmer Schoebel in 1925. The song is reminiscent of early jazz music, a genre that emerged in the early 20th century and was influenced by African American music. The song’s lively rhythm, combined with the use of brass instruments and syncopated rhythms, gives it a distinctive swing feeling that typifies the era. The genre of « Spanish Shawl » is Foxtrot, which is an American ballroom dance that emerged during the early 20th century. As it’s a foxtrot, the song has a moderate tempo that is perfect for dancing, with a steady and consistent syncopated beat that sets the mood for dancers. The song’s catchy melody and exciting rhythms make it a popular choice for dancers and fans of early jazz music alike. The song « Spanish Shawl » has a playful and upbeat melody that is matched by the playful and romantic lyrics. The lyrics describe a passionate romance between two people, with lines such as « Your Spanish Shawl, so gay and bright, just like the stars that shine at night » that evoke a sense of whimsy and romance. Overall, « Spanish Shawl » is a classic example of the early jazz music genre and remains beloved to this day. The song is proof of the enduring popularity of Foxtrot as a ballroom dance, as well as the impact of early jazz on popular music culture. The syncopated rhythm, use of brass instruments, and the infectious melody all contribute to making the song « Spanish Shawl » a timeless classic in the world of music. Title: Spanish Shawl Music publisher: Melrose Bros. Muisc Company Inc., Loop End Building, 177 North State St. Chicago Lyrics and Music by: Elmer Schoebel Sung by/featured by/Recorded by: n/a Broadway or film feature: n/a Copyright date: 1925 Other notes: Suitable for framing or display! Condition: Acceptable condition, with separation of pages and tearing of the fragile paper. See photos. Complete? Yes. I will include here the description from eBay that most closely matches the condition of this piece of music: Acceptable: A book with obvious wear. May have some damage to the cover but integrity still intact. The binding may be slightly damaged but integrity is still intact. Possible writing in margins, possible underlining and highlighting of text, but no missing pages or anything that would compromise the legibility or understanding of the text. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. This sheet music is a time capsule from a previous era, with some examples in my collection going back over 100 years old. The conditions of media of this age can include fading, yellowing, cracking spines, odor, missing pages, loose or missing covers, and much more. I will try to alert you as to the condition of what I am listing. Each piece I do a brief check of it’s overall condition, but I cannot promise that something could escape my glance. Thanks for checking out this old time classic! I will be listing hundreds of vintage magazines and media in the coming weeks and months. Keep a look out for additional listings, and thanks for supporting this cancer survivor and small business!