I Dream of Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair

One of the most beloved parlor songs of the 19th century, I Dream of Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair was written by American songwriter Stephen Foster in 1854. Known for its tender melody and nostalgic longing, the song has endured for generations as a cornerstone of early American popular music. In this performance, Jason Paul brings a modern yet unschooled, folk-inspired voice to the timeless classic – bridging the gap between the parlor traditions of Foster’s day and today’s listeners. Recorded as part of his ongoing project to keep great public domain songs alive, Jason interprets these works not as a jazz musician, but as a living performer finding his own path into the American Songbook. Follow Jason Paul for more standards, folk songs, and timeless melodies brought back to life. @iamjasonpaul http://jasonpaul.net #IDreamOfJeanie #StephenFoster #AmericanSongbook #JasonPaul #VintageMusic #PublicDomain