“Noted El Rito musician and folklorist Cipriano Frederico Vigil . . . presents the lyrics of scores of songs and discourses on the history of local music tradition.”—Pasatiempo
“Highly recommended to professionals as well as students interested in culture and our Hispanic past in the United States and our shared heritage with Spain and Mexico. It is also highly recommended to those interested in the American Latino heritage of the United States. Above all, it is highly recommended for classroom use.”—Colonial Latin American Historical Review
“The superb masterwork is priceless for music, academic, and public libraries. Anyone researching New Mexican legendary melodies or Cipriano Vigil will be more than delighted with the brilliant superior resource.”—American Reference Books Annual
“An invaluable collection of Nuevomexicano music and dances from a renowned musician and teacher who grew up recording the songs of the viejitos, the ‘little old men.’”—Enchantment
