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1) All the Way Recorded: September 9, 1955.Pioneers: Nolan, Perryman, Curtis, Farr Brothers, BradyInstrumentation: D. Rice, leader; J. Sperling, drums; R. Bundock, bass; A. Hendrickson, B. Gibbons, guitar; B. Armstrong, piano; J. Maphis, banjo; J. Hilliard, harmonica.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers” BFX 15071, 1982

2) Always Rollin’ HomeRecorded: Soundtrack of “Outpost of the Mounties” 1939 09 14 – Columbia / StarrettPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman, K. Farr, guitar, H. Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Comment: In the film, Nolan used I’m a rollin’ stone, always rollin’ home as it was typed on the lyric card. On the card, stone was crossed out and home replaced it.

3) Annie, Dear, I’m Called Away (also known as Called Away)Recorded: August, 1934 / Standard Radio Transcription – B 1679-A; Side APioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer and Hugh Farr. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye, guitar; Hugh Farr, violin.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998Comment: The words to this song have been in print since 1885 but Bob appears to have added the melody.1

4) Apple Squeezin’ TimeRecorded: April, 2002Recording Artist: recitation by Wayne Austin Shrope

5) AprilRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001 Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

6) At the Rainbow’s EndRecorded: 1937 12 16 ARCPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Columbia Historic Edition” FC 37439, 1982

7) Autumn Reverie (also known as Empty Arms)Recorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob with his guitar.Comment: This song was first published in 1954 as Empty Arms and then again in 1994 under the name Autumn Reverie.

8) Barnyard JubileeRecorded: September, 1935 / Standard Radio Transcription B 3063-A; Side MM. This selection was taken from the Teleways Transcription #166.Pioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

1 The earliest known recordings of this were by Jack Mathis, also known as Blind Jack Mathis.   He recorded "Annie Dear I'm Called Away" in Dallas, TX.  for Victor on 10/18/1929 but it was unissued.  He recorded the song again for Columbia on 12/02/1929 and was issued as C-15440-D. I have the recording. The melody is quite different.

9) The Beauty of Your SmileRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001 Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

10) Biscuit BluesRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Brady sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

11) Blue PrairieRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts except for the words, Then a silent hush but no reply which Perryman sang.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

12) The Boss is Hangin’ Out a RainbowRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

13) Bound for the Rio GrandeRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Symphonies of the Sage”, Soundies BS 808

14) A Broken Heart WaltzRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001 Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

15) Bronco PalRecorded: Soundtrack of “Rio Grande” 1938 12 08 – Columbia / StarrettPioneers: Nolan, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. An unidentified baritone is dubbed for Nolan’s solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

16) Campfires of HeavenRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

17) Chant of the Plains (I Need You) ARecorded: September, 1935 / Standard Radio Transcription –B 3062-A; Side LLPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye, K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; Nolan, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

18) Chant of the Plains (I Need You) BRecorded: (undated) 10-2-4 Ranch radio transcription, c. 1944.Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Carson, Farr Brothers, Fisher. Martha Mears sang the solo.Instrumentation: K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin, Fisher, string bass.Comment: Although the sound quality is extremely poor, I included this selection because it is the only one I found with only the melody line.

19) Chant of the WandererRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

20) Chico RoticoRecorded: Teleways Transcription #152, 1947-48.Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Brady, Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: The Sons of the Pioneers and the Tune Twirlers.Comment: I left in part of the introduction by Nolan to show the actual pronunciation of Chico Rotico. It is often misspelled as Chico lo Tico. Nolan definitely says Rotico.

21) Close to HeavenRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Brady, Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #162, 1947-48.

22) Cody of the Pony ExpressRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Brady, Farr Brothers. Perryman sang the solo and Brady recites the last verse.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

23) Cool WaterRecorded: August 8, 1945 RCA-VictorPioneers: Nolan, vocal; Spencer, vocal; Carson, vocal; Hugh Farr, violin, vocal; KarlFarr, guitar; Fisher, bass. Nolan sang solo parts and Carson sang, Water!Instrumentation: P. Botkin, guitar, leader; R. Call, violin; G. Braunsdorf, bass; C. Roberts, steel guitar.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Wagons West”, BCD 15 640 DI, 1993.

24) Cottage in the CloudsRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Brady, Farr Brothers. Perryman sang the solo part.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

25) Covered WagonRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Nolan with his guitar.

26) Cowboy Has to Sing, ARecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Brady, Farr Brothers. Brady sang the solo part.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

27) Coyote’s SerenadeRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Symphonies of the Sage”, Soundies BS 808

28) Daddy’s on the RainbowRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Nolan, whistling, with his guitar.Comment: The only available recording is a poor audiocassette with varying speeds.

29) DesolationRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001 Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

30) Devil’s Great Grandson, TheRecorded: December 14, 1937, ARCPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan, Perryman and Slye each take a turn singing a verse finishing with another by Nolan, trio yodel ending the first and third refrains - a Slye solo yodel after the second and fourth refrains.Instrumentation: Perryman and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Columbia Historic Edition” FC 37439, 1982

31) ¿Dónde esta el mio?Recorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs Vol. 2” by Dave Bourne, 2004Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

32) Don’t Expect Me Home in the MorningRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

33) Echoes from the HillsRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

34) Empty ArmsRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

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1) Far Enchanted IsleRecorded: September 25, 1957 RCA Pioneers: Nolan, Perryman, Curtis; H. Farr, violin; K. Farr, guitar; Brady. Curtis sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: J. Marshall, leader; R. Bain, guitar; C. Gotthoffer, harp; F. Carlson, drums; A. Shapiro, bass; H. Roberts, ukulele; R. Perissi, French horn; B. Lee, vocal.Available Recording: “Westward Ho!” LPM-PR108, 1961

2) Five Little Miles Recorded: Soundtrack of “Utah” 1945 03 21 - Republic / RogersPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Carson, Fisher, Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo part.Instrumentation: The Pioneers plus the studio orchestra.Comments: In the film the song was not sung all at once but in several segments throughout, including the finale. Three representative pieces have been patched together to give an idea of the whole song plus how it was adapted for the finale of the film.

3) The Flower I Blessed for YouRecorded: c. 1947-8.Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Carson, Fisher and the Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo part.Instrumentation: The Sons of the Pioneers plus The Tune Twirlers.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #149.Comment: The song was renewed in 1974 as The Flower I Pressed for You. In this clip from the Teleways Transcription, I left in Nolan’s introduction which clearly says blessed.

4) Following the Sun All DayRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

5) For the Love of YouRecorded: February 24, 1955 RCAPioneers: Nolan, Perryman, Spencer, H. Farr, K. Farr.Instrumentation: D. Rice, Leader; B. Gibbons, electric guitar; R. Bundock, bass; B. Armstrong, piano; R. Hansell, drums, vibes; J. Maphis, electric guitar.Available Recording: F2-WB 1801, 20-6655B, 47-6655B

6) FrontiersRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Nolan, whistling, with his guitar.

7) Grab Your Saddle Horn and BlowRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

8) Grey Time, TheRecorded: read by EM, February 14, 2004.Comment: Because he couldn’t bear to attend the funeral of his best friend, this verse was Nolan’s gift to the widow of Lloyd Perryman. A title was provided by Calin Coburn.

9) Half Way ‘Round the World (A)Recorded: March 17, 1944, for the 10-2-4 Ranch radio program.Pioneers: Martha Mears sang the song as a solo with Sons of the Pioneers instrumental backup.Instrumentation: Carson, Fisher, Farr Brothers plus The Tune Twirlers.Comments: This first known version of the song is included here to illustrate Bob’s original intention of using the word vagrant, which was later changed to fragrant. Vagrant was a favorite word of Nolan’s.

There is also a puzzle here : it sounds like Perryman singing the “breeze” sound in the introduction. If that is so, it means the song was recorded before he was drafted in April of 1943 in anticipation of the time he would be away at war,2 not while he was in Burma.

10) Half Way ‘Round the World (B)Recorded: January 19, 1966 RCAPioneers: Lanham, guitar. Perryman sang the solo.Instrumentation: P. Botkin, leader; P. Jolly, piano; M. Pohlman, E. Coleman, A. Hendrickson, guitar; T. Morgan, G. Fields, harmonica; D. Frost, drums.Available Recording: “The Songs of Bob Nolan”, LPM / LSP 3554, 1966”

Comment: Perryman changed the original “vagrant” to “fragrant”.

11) Hangin’ BluesRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

2 P. 35, Griffis. “While Lloyd was stationed halfway around the world in Burma, a deeply moved Bob Nolan wrote, ‘Half Way ‘Round the World’ for Lloyd and his wife, Buddie. Lloyd was to include it years later in an album of Nolan songs. He would have recorded it sooner, but as he recalled, ‘Every time I started to do the song, my voice would break as it reminded me so much of those years I spent apart from my family.’”

12) Happy CowboyRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman, Spencer and Nolan each take a turn singing the solo parts. The Farr Brothers are also featured.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

13) Hasta la vistaRecorded: March 18, 1957 RCAPioneers: Nolan, Perryman, Curtis; H. Farr, violin; K. Farr, guitar; Brady. Nolan sang the solo.Instrumentation: C. Atkins, leader; J. Maphis, electric guitar; M. Berry, drums; B. Dooley, bass.Available Recording: “Westward Ho!” LPM-PR108, 1961

14) Have You?Recorded: Undated home demo recording of Nolan with his guitar.

15) He Walks with the Wild and the LonelyRecorded: 1979No Pioneers: Nolan solo with studio backup.Available Recording: “Bob Nolan – The Sound of a Pioneer”, Elektra, 1979.

16) Heaven is My IslandRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs Vol. 2” by Dave Bourne, 2004Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

17) Heavenly AeroplaneRecorded: August 1934 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 1680; Side BPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer and H. Farr. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye, guitar; Farr, violin.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

18) Hello ‘Way Up ThereRecorded: c. 1940Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the “echo” part.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: This recording can be heard on the Teleways Transcription #69 from which this selection was taken.

19) Here is My Helping HandRecorded: Soundtrack of “On the Old Spanish Trail” 1947 10 15 - Republic / RogersPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: The Sons of the Pioneers with studio backup.

20) High SierrasRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

21) Hold that Critter DownRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the 2 solo parts and Hugh Farr finishes the song with, “I’ve got him down now burn his hide!”Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

22) I Follow the StreamRecorded: 1935 Standard Radio Transcription B 2562-A; Side 15Pioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Memories of the Range” BCD 16104 DI 1999

23) I Still DoRecorded: December 22, 1947 RCAPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Carson, Farr Brothers and Brady. Carson sang the introduction, Nolan sang the solo parts. The trio is Carson, Nolan and Perryman.Instrumentation: M. DeLugg, accordion, leader; J. Murphey, steel guitar; M. McIntyre, piano.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Wagons West” BCD 15 640 DI 1993

24) I Wonder if She Waits for Me TonightRecorded: October 21, 1937 ARCPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Perryman, Farr Brothers. Solo parts by Nolan.Instrumentation: Perryman and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; Sam Koki, steel guitar.Available Recording: LA 1484 OK/Voc 04136Comment: The ARC recording I have is identical in every way to my Orthacoustic recording.

25) If You are WillingRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

26) In the Wind of TimeRecitation by Calin Coburn. We have found no recording or sheet music.

27) In This RoomRecorded: April 28, 1976 – Nolan accompanying himself on his guitar; recorded in his home.Comment: Nolan’s mynah bird interjects at times.

28) It’s a Lie!Recorded: c. 1942 Thesaurus TranscriptionsPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Brady sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #69.

29) King’s HighwayRecorded: February 24, 1955 RCAPioneers: Nolan, Perryman, Spencer, H. Farr, K. Farr, Nolan vocal.Instrumentation: D. Rice, Leader; B. Gibbons, electric guitar; R. Bundock, bass; B. Armstrong, piano; R. Hansell, drums, vibes; J. Maphis, electric guitar.Available Recording: “How Great Thou Art” LPM 1431, 1957 RCA

30) Lazy (A)Recorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

31) Lazy (B)Recorded: 1947 or 1943Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman introduces the song and Hugh Farr sang the solo parts. Nolan interjects comments.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #170

32) Let Me Share Your NameRecorded: October 17, 1947 RCAPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Carson, vocal; H. Farr, violin, vocal; K. Farr, guitar; Pat Brady, bass. Nolan sang the lead parts.Instrumentation: D. Bohme, violin, leader; C. Hurter, S. Turner, G. Kaiser, violin; J. Colvard, steel guitar; A. Klein, accordion.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Wagons West” BCD 15 640 DI 1993

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1) Let’s PretendRecorded: October 26, 1937 ARCPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Perryman, Farr Brothers. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; Sam Koki, steel guitar.Available Recording: ARC 8-03-56

2) Letter Marked “Unclaimed”Recorded: September 2, 1946 RCAPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Carson, vocal; H. Farr, violin, vocal; K. Farr, guitar; Pat Brady, bass. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Edward Mitchell, steel guitar.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Wagons West” BCD 15 640 DI 1993

3) The Lighthouse of the LordRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs Vol. 2” by Dave Bourne, 2004 Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

4) Little SpacemanRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs Vol. 2” by Dave Bourne, 2004Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.Comment: This song was originally recorded for RCA on March 26 1955 by the Sons of the Pioneers but was unissued.

5) Lone Buckaroo Recorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

6) Lonely Little RoomRecorded: November 22, 1954 CoralPioneers: Perryman, Doss, Warren, vocals; K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; George R. “Deuce Spriggens” Braunsdorf, bass. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: ‘Buddy’ Cole, organ.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Wagons West” BCD 15 640 DI 1993

7) Lord, You Made the Cowboy HappyRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

8) Love Ever GreenRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar. Bob sang both parts.Comment: The demo recording is warped.

9) Love Song of the WaterfallRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo .Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

10) Man Walks Among UsRecorded: 1979. Bob sang the solo parts and Marty Robbins duets.Instrumentation: Unidentified studio backup plus Marty’s guitar.Available Recording: “Bob Nolan – The Sound of a Pioneer”, Elektra, 1979.Comment: This is included with Ronny Robbins’ permission to illustrate a performance change Bob made to Marty’s work. This small change illustrated Bob’s personal philosophy. Marty was pleased3 Bob chose the piece and, although it was higher than he was comfortable with4, Marty sang the lead part en duet.

11) MontanaRecorded: November 22, 1954 CoralPioneers: Perryman, Doss, Warren, vocals; K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; George R. “Deuce Spriggens” Braunsdorf, bass. Doss sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: ‘Buddy’ Cole, organ.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Wagons West” BCD 15 640 DI 1993

12) Moonlight on the PrairieRecorded: August 1934 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 1682-A; Side DPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer and Hugh Farr. Spencer sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye, guitar; Farr, violin; Nolan string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

13) Move On, You Lazy CattleRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Symphonies of the Sage”, Soundies BS 808

14) My BoyRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

15) My DaddyRecorded: August, 1934 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 1690-A; Side HPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer and Hugh Farr. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye, guitar; Farr, violin; Nolan, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

16) My Heart in Deep DespairRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

3 Man Walks Among Us is a beautiful song so I told Bob I’d like to record it. So Bob told me, he said, “Snuff, do you think Marty would mind…I’d like to change a couple of the words in there.” So when Marty got there I said, “Marty, Bob wanted to change this and ….” He said, “Oh, God, that’s exciting enough, that he would even take the time to want to change anything.” You know. Then I asked Marty to sing harmony with him on the bridge and he came in...and that was another highlight. We had a good time recording. Snuff Garrett to Larry Hopper on WFDU, Teaneck, NJ, July 6, 19804 If he could have done it a key or two lower I would have liked it better, but that was the key that Bob was singing it in so I did the best I could to sing a little higher than I would usually sing. (Marty Robbins to Larry Hopper on WFDU, Teaneck, NJ, July 6, 1980)

17) My Love’s a Voice in the Green Willow TreeRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

18) My Mistress the DesertRecorded: Recited on audiocassette tape in his yard in Studio City, one week before his death on June 16, 1980.

19) My Old Pal, Pal of MineRecorded: c. 1942Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers in 1942”, Danny, Mono SP 7907, undated German album.

20) The Mystery of His WayRecorded: November 18, 1952 RCAPioneers: Bob Nolan alone.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers & Friends In the Studio” Mono LP 5088, Cowgirlboy RecordsInstrumentation: Rhythm guitar and steel guitar. I have been unable to discover who backed him but it wasn’t the Sons of the Pioneers.Comment: This is a very poor recording. Nolan actually sang off key.

21) Ne Ha NeéRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Symphonies of the Sage”, Soundies BS 808

22) Night Falls on the PrairieRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

23) No-Good Son-of-a-GunRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Brady sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

24) Oh, I Miss You So, My DarlingRecorded: September 1935 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 3063-A; Side MMPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, H. and K. Farr. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

25) Old Forgotten TrailsRecorded: c. 1943Pioneers: Bob sang alone.Instrumentation: Carson and K. Farr, guitar; Ivan Ditmars, organ.Available Recording: Thesaurus Transcription 1981 Side B.

26) Old Home TownRecorded: 1979. Bob sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Unidentified studio backup.Available Recording: “Bob Nolan – The Sound of a Pioneer”, Elektra, 1979.

27) On the Rhythm RangeRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman, Spencer and, finally, Nolan each sing a verse.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

28) One More RideRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

29) Open Range AheadRecorded: October 26, 1937 ARCPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Perryman, Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; Nolan, string bass.Available Recording: ARC 8-01-51

CD – 4

1) The Open SpacesRecorded: 13 ½ minute pilot radio program recorded in 1936 or 19375. MC is Harry Hall. ABC.Pioneers: Nolan, Slye, Perryman and the Farr Brothers.Vocalists: Pauline, Christine and Jo StaffordInstrumentation: Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; Nolan, string bass.Songs: Cool Water with Slye singing the solo parts.

Ridin’ Down the Canyon with the Stafford Sisters, solo part sung by one of the girls.

Chant of the Plains with Sons of the Pioneers, Bob singing the solo parts.Blue Prairie with both the Sons of the Pioneers and the Stafford Sisters. Nolan

sings the solo parts. Perryman sings the bridge. Tumbling Tumbleweeds with both the Sons of the Pioneers and the Stafford

Sisters.

2) The Other Side of SomewhereRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

3) OutlawsRecorded: December 14, 1949 RCA (unissued)Pioneers: Perryman, Curtis, Tommy Doss, vocal; H. Farr, violin; K. Farr, guitar; Fisher, bass; Doss sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: J. W. Marshall, guitar; J. Murphey, F. Tarvares, steel guitar; G. Bamby, accordion.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Wagons West” BCD 15 640 DI 1993

5 Tim Spencer left the Pioneers after they returned from the Texas Centennial and Lloyd Perryman took his place in September, 1936. Len left the group in late 1937. This program was taped during that period.

4) Pali WindRecorded: c. 1955. This is a demo in the collection of Calin Coburn.Vocalist: Bob alone.Instrumentation: It sounds like the same instrumentation as his The Mystery of His Way recorded on November 18, 1952 RCA

5) PartingRecorded: 1976 RanwoodVocalist: Jim NaborsInstrumentation: Studio orchestra.Available Recording: “Town and Country”, Ranwood 1976.

6) A Prayer for Christmas TimeRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

7) Redwood TreesRecorded: 1956Pioneers: Perryman, Doss, Warren, the Farr Brothers and Brady or Spriggens. Perryman sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman, K. Farr, guitar , Brady or Spriggens, string bass.Available Recording: 1956 Smokey the Bear Radio Transcription

8) Relative ManRecorded: 1977 RanwoodVocalist: Jim NaborsInstrumentation: Studio orchestraAvailable Recording: “I See God”, Ranwood 1977.

9) Remember MeRecorded: Soundtrack of “Sunset on the Desert” 1945 03 21 - Republic / RogersPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Roy Rogers sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

10) Ridin’ HomeRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

11) Rise and ShineRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Brady sang the solo parts. “Over on the hill…” is by Tim Spencer.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

12) River RobinRecorded: c. 1947-8Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass, Ivan Ditmars, piano.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #13.

13) Rocky Road in the RockiesRecorded: Soundtrack of “Outpost of the Mounties” 1939 09 14 – Columbia / StarrettPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

14) Rocky RoadsRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

15) Round-Up in the SkyRecorded: August 1934 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 1684-A; Side FPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Hugh Farr. Spencer sang solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye, guitar; Farr, violin; Nolan, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

16) Round-Up Time is OverRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

17) Saddle the SunRecorded: c. 1947-48.Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sang the solo parts. And possibly Ken Carson.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #182.

18) Saddle Your Worries to the WindRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Symphonies of the Sage”, Soundies BS 808

19) Sage Brush SeaRecorded: August 1934 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 1695-A; Side NPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer and Hugh Farr. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye, guitar; Farr, violin; Nolan, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

20) A Sailor DreamsRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs Vol. 2” by Dave Bourne, 2004Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

21) Sandman LullabyRecorded: January 18 1966 RCAPioneers: Perryman, Doss, Warren, vocal; Lanham, guitar. Doss sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: P. Botkin, leader; P. Jolly, piano; M. Pohlman, E. Coleman, guitar; D. Frost, drums.Available Recording: “The Songs of Bob Nolan”, LPM / LSP 3554, 1966”

22) Send Him Home to MeRecorded: October 26, 1937 ARCPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer and the Farr Brothers. Nolan sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin; Nolan, string bass.Available Recording: OK/Voc 04328

23) Shadow on the WallRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

24) Shadows of the WildwoodRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

25) Shootin’ My Way Through TownRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

26) Sing as You WorkRecorded: Soundtrack of “Romance on the Range” 1942 05 18 - Republic / RogersPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Roy Rogers sings the solo parts. Two female voices sing counter.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

27) Sir TumbleweedRecorded: Recited by Wayne Austin Shrope, 2002.Comment: Bob had a Labrador retriever he called Sir Tumbleweed, “Tumble” for short.

28) Sky Ball PaintRecorded: 1935 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 2543-A; Side 2Pioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Farr Brothers. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Memories of the Range” BCD 16104 DI 1999

29) Slumber Time on the RangeRecorded: Soundtrack of “Rio Grande” 1938 12 08 – Columbia / StarrettPioneers: Nolan, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

30) Someone I Used to KnowRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

CD - 5

1) Song of the BanditRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

2) Song of the PrairieRecorded: January 21 1966Pioneers: Perryman, Doss, Warren, vocal; Lanham, guitar. Perryman sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: P. Botkin, leader; E. Coleman, M. Pohlman, guitar; T. Morgan, E. Manson, harmonica; J. Williams, drums; L. Knechtel, piano.Available Recording: “The Songs of Bob Nolan”, LPM / LSP 3554, 1966”

3) Song of the RoverRecorded: c. 1943Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Carson, Farr Brothers and Fisher. Carson and Nolan share the solos, Carson whistles.Instrumentation: Carson and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violin, Fisher, string bass, Ditmars, piano.Available Recording: Thesaurus Transcriptions 1965 Side A

4) Song of the VaquerosRecorded: Soundtrack of “South of Santa Fe” 1942 02 17 - Republic / RogersPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Roy Rogers sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

5) Starlightin’ Time in TexasRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sings the solo.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #88.

6) Still Water PoolRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sings the solo.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #47.Comment: I left the introduction in because Bob remarks, “I’m a little partial to Lloyd Perryman’s tenor voice, I guess, because there’s just no one like Lloyd to interpret the feeling and the spirit of some of the songs I’ve written.”

7) Stop!Recorded: Soundtrack of “Idaho” 1943 03 10 - Republic / RogersPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Roy Rogers, Smiley Burnette and Brady share the solo parts. (The song is stopped with a scripted explosion.)Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

8) Stray WindRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob with his guitar.

9) A Summer Night’s RainRecorded: September, 1935Pioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Farr Brothers. Nolan sings the verse and Slye sings the bridge twice.Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

10) Sunshine Ranch ARecorded: 1939Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady.Comments: This is the introductory program. The recording is too slow.

11) Sunshine Ranch BRecorded: undatedPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady.

12) That CloudRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs Vol. 2” by Dave Bourne, 2004Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

13) They’re GoneRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

14) Things are Never What They SeemRecorded: Recited by Wayne Austin Shrope, 2002.

15) This Ain’t the Same Old RangeRecorded: March 21, 1957 RCAPioneers: Nolan, Perryman, Curtis; H. Farr, violin; K. Farr, guitar; Brady. In this rendition, the first verse is omitted and Curtis sings gone to a land so strange. Nolan recites the last two verses.Instrumentation: C. Atkins, leader, electric guitar; J. Maphis, electric guitar; M. Berry, drums, B. Dooley, bass.Available Recording: “Westward Ho” LPM-PR108, 1961

16) This Old White Mule of MineRecorded: 1934 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 1684-A; Side FPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Hugh Farr. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

17) Three Friends Have IRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Nolan, whistling, with his guitar.Comment: “Nolan had written this song and he wanted Lloyd Perryman to hear it so he picked up a guitar and played and sang it for Lloyd. Somebody recorded it.”6

18) Three GuessesRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

19) Till You ReturnRecorded: c. 1955Pioneers: Bob alone.Instrumentation: It sounds like the same instrumentation as his The Mystery of His Way recorded on November 18, 1952 RCA

20) To Will RogersRecorded: Recited by Wayne Austin Shrope, 2002.

21) The Touch of God’s HandRecorded: December 16, 1937 ARCPioneers: Nolan solo.Instrumentation: Slye and K. Farr, guitar, H. Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Columbia Historic Edition” FC 37439, 1982

22) Trail Dreamin’Recorded: April 1, 1963 RCAPioneers: Perryman, Doss, Warren, vocal; Lanham, guitar.Instrumentation: L. Gordon, leader; M. Corb, bass; J. Sperling, drums; D. Robertson, piano; E. Lustgarten, A. Kaproff, M. Aue, cello; E. Coleman, guitar.Available Recording: “Sunset on the Range” PDC-2-1156, 1990.

23) Trail Herdin’ CowboyRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

6 Bob Morgan on an undated audiocassette, courtesy of Michelle Sundin.

24) Trav’lin’ with the SunRecorded: 1935 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 2570-A; Side 22Pioneers: Nolan sings the solo.Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Memories of the Range” BCD 16104 DI 1999

25) Tumbleweed TrailRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

CD - 6

1) Tumbling LeavesRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs Vol. 2” by Dave Bourne, 2004Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.Comments: This rendition is a reconstruction of the original Tumbling Leaves based on Nolan’s own taped explanation, the original introduction to Tumbling Tumbleweeds that was dropped when Sunset Music sold it to Sam Fox, and the verse Calin found among his grandfather’s effects. For the full explanation, see pp. 4-11, Bob Nolan 1908 – 1980.

2) Tumbling Leaves – Bob’s ExplanationRecorded: unidentified interview.

3) Tumbling TumbleweedsRecorded: March 15, 1946 RCAPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Carson, vocal; H. Farr, violin, vocal; K. Farr, guitar; Pat Brady, bass; Carson, whistling.Instrumentation: R. Barene, E. Neufeld, N. Pisani, violin; J. Mayhew, sax, clarinet; F. Travers, accordion; C. Roberts, steel guitar; R. Conzelman, drums.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Wagons West” BCD 15 640 DI 1993

4) Vagabond WhirlwindsRecorded: Lobo Rangers demoComment: Guitar fills and back-up by Dave Bourne, Billy Beeman, violin.

5) Volveré a pasar por aquíRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

6) Wakely – Nolan InterviewRecorded: started on September 26, 1976, after the celebration at the Palladium that followed

the placing of the Sons of the Pioneers’ star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Unfortunately, the rest of the interview has been lost.

7) WanderingRecorded: 1979. Bob sang the solo parts.Instrumentation: Unidentified studio backup.Available “Bob Nolan – The Sound of a Pioneer”, Elektra, 1979.

8) Watching the Moon Roll ByRecorded: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

9) Way Out ThereRecorded: August 1934 Teleways TranscriptionsPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, H. Farr. Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

10) Welcome to the Spring Recorded: Lobo Rangers demo

11) Wendin’ My Way to WyomingRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

12) The West is in My SoulRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “The Sons of the Pioneers – The Essential Collection”, Soundies SCD 4147

13) What Can We Lose?Recorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

14) What You Gonna Say to Peter? (A)Recorded: December 16, 1937 ARCPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Perryman. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Slye and K. Farr, guitar, H. Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Columbia Historic Edition” FC 37439, 1982

15) What You Gonna Say to Peter? (B)Recorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan introduces each of the Pioneers by name and they perform a little of their own specialty.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

16) When He Walks By (How Will I Know Him)Recorded: November 23 1962 RCAPioneers: Perryman, Doss, Warren, vocal; Lanham, guitar.Instrumentation: L. Gordon, leader; H. Roberts, N. Levang, A. Hendrickson, guitar; N. Fatool, drums; M. Corb, bass; S. Lott, G. Price, W. Hinshaw, horn.Available Recording: “Hymns of the Cowboy” LPM/LSP 2652

17) When I Leave This World BehindRecorded: March 13, 1935 DeccaPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Hugh Farr. Nolan sings the solo parts and Hugh Farr responds.Instrumentation: Slye, guitar; Farr, violin; Nolan, string bass.Available Recording: MCA -1563

18) When Payday Rolls AroundRecorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Nolan sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Symphonies of the Sage”, Soundies BS 808

19) When the Golden Train Comes DownRecorded: August 1934 Standard Radio Transcriptions B 1716-A; Side BBPioneers: Nolan, Slye, Spencer, Hugh Farr. Slye sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Nolan, string bass; Slye and K. Farr, guitar; H. Farr, violinAvailable Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers - Songs of the Prairie” BCD 15710 EI 1998

20) (When the Prairie Sun Says) Good Mornin’Recorded: 1940 Orthacoustic “Symphonies of the Sage”Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Perryman, Nolan and Hugh Farr take turns singing the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

21) Who’s Gonna Help Me Sing?Recorded: Soundtrack of “Heart of the Golden West” 1942 12 11 - Republic / RogersPioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady plus the Hall Johnson Choir and Roy Rogers. Roy sings the main solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.

22) Why Don’t It Rain?Recorded: Recited by Wayne Austin Shrope, 2002.

23) Why, Tell Me, Why?Available Recording: “Bob Nolan’s Unrecorded Songs” by Dave Bourne, 2001Instrumentation: all instruments are by Dave Bourne via multi-track recording.

24) Wind Recorded: October 17, 1947Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Carson, vocal; H. Farr, violin, vocal; K. Farr, guitar; Pat Brady, bass.Instrumentation: D. Bohme, violin, leader; C. Hurter, S. Turner, G. Kaiser, violin; J. Colvard, steel guitar; A. Klein, accordion.Available Recording: “Sons of the Pioneers – Wagons West” BCD 15 640 DI 1993Note: There is a better example of the song, including the verse, on the Thesaurus Transcription Audition #8 (MM-0743)

25) The Wind is Warm AgainRecorded: 2000 by Robert WagonerVocalist: Robert Wagoner and Tammy KilpatrickInstrumentation: all tracks but Tammy’s are by Robert Wagoner.Available Recording: “Trail of Memories” HCR-CD-508, 2000.Comment: The melody was composed by Robert Wagoner.

26) Wonder of It All, TheRecorded: Undated home demo recording of Bob, whistling, with his guitar.

27) You Ain’t Heard Nothin’ Till You Hear Him Roar! Recorded: c. 1942Pioneers: Nolan, Spencer, Perryman, Farr Brothers and Brady. Brady sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: Perryman and Karl Farr, guitar, Hugh Farr, violin, Brady, string bass.Available Recording: Teleways Transcription #183

28) You are My EyesRecorded: January 19 1966Pioneers: Perryman, Doss, Warren, vocal; Lanham, guitar. Doss sings the solo parts.Instrumentation: P. Botkin, leader; P. Jolly, piano; M. Pohlman, E. Coleman, A. Hendrickson, guitar; T. Morgan, G. Fields, harmonica; D. Frost, drums.Available Recording: “The Songs of Bob Nolan”, LPM / LSP 3554, 1966”