Sixty Years of California Song

"Sixty Years of California Song" by Margaret Blake Alverson recounts a life steeped in music and history, stretching from the reverend's family’s beginnings to the author's pivotal role shaping California’s early cultural scene. The story begins with memories of a childhood deeply influenced by a father’s ministry and a passion for music. It then follows her family’s relocation to California during the Gold Rush era, filled with both hardships and excitement. At the core of this is her father’s commitment to his calling, early encounters with sorrow, and the inspiring power of music, establishing the foundation for the author’s future as a singer and performer in California’s evolving cultural world.