This 1957 collection features the choir's signature harmonies applied to traditional Southern folk tunes. It captures a specific moment in mid-century American popular music's engagement with its own roots.
- The album was released on Columbia Records, a major label with a diverse roster. It showcases a selection of folk songs, including standards like "Oh Shenandoah" and "Down in the Valley." The choir's arrangements prioritize smooth vocal blending over individual virtuosity.
- The Norman Luboff Choir was one of many vocal groups to achieve popularity in the 1950s, but maintained a distinct identity through its focus on American folk music. This album followed a successful series of releases for Columbia.
- Contemporary reviews noted the album's polished production and accessible renditions of traditional material, positioning it as easy listening for a broad audience.
The Norman Luboff Choir was a popular choral group formed in 1950, known for its lush arrangements of folk and popular songs. At the time of "Songs of the South," the choir was at a high point in its recording career, continuing its successful series of American-themed albums.
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