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Composing is a kind of listening: A conversation with Deena T. Grossman * Oregon ArtsWatch

Deena T. Grossman blends various folk music traditions with a deep connection to nature, emphasizing the importance of community and environmental responsibility.

Ella Jenkins, celebrated songwriter and 'First Lady of Children's Music,' dies at 100

Ella Jenkins, a pioneer in children's music, passed away at age 100, leaving a legacy of musical education and inspiration for generations.

Book Review: Talkin' Greenwich Village,' by David Browne

Greenwich Village was a pivotal center for folk music, facing both local criticism and resistance yet fostering a resilient cultural scene.

Bela Bartok

Béla Bartók was a groundbreaking composer and pianist, profoundly influenced by folk music, and known for integrating traditional themes into classical compositions.
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Shadowlands (Robin Fincker, Lauren Kinsella, Kit Downes) - 'Ombres'

Combines folk and contemporary music in European jazz spirit.
Diverse track-to-track style variations with emotional intelligence.

Review: Nickel Creek awes and amazes at the tiny Largo theater

Nickel Creek performed an intimate show at Largo, blending new material with nostalgic favorites for a captivated audience.

Laura Marling review gently transcendent songs of motherhood and domesticity

Laura Marling's recent performance showcases her mastery and emotional depth, particularly through her new album focused on motherhood and domesticity.

Shadowlands (Robin Fincker, Lauren Kinsella, Kit Downes) - 'Ombres'

Combines folk and contemporary music in European jazz spirit.
Diverse track-to-track style variations with emotional intelligence.

Review: Nickel Creek awes and amazes at the tiny Largo theater

Nickel Creek performed an intimate show at Largo, blending new material with nostalgic favorites for a captivated audience.

Laura Marling review gently transcendent songs of motherhood and domesticity

Laura Marling's recent performance showcases her mastery and emotional depth, particularly through her new album focused on motherhood and domesticity.
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Barbara Dane, Who Fought Injustice Through Song, Dies at 97

Barbara Dane's music and activism significantly shaped the civil rights and antiwar movements.

Bon Iver Returns with Deeply Personal EP "SABLE" After Five-Year Hiatus | stupidDOPE

Bon Iver's new EP SABLE represents a personal necessity for Justin Vernon and marks his return to raw, minimalist folk roots after five years.
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Tucker Zimmerman: Dance of Love

Tucker Zimmerman's album 'Dance of Love' emerges after years of obscurity, catalyzed by support from Big Thief, marking his U.S. debut.

The Song That Connects Jackson Browne, Nico and Margot Tenenbaum

Jackson Browne's 'These Days' exemplifies the evolution and reinterpretation of a song over decades, reflecting his roots in folk music.

Tucker Zimmerman: Dance of Love

Tucker Zimmerman's album 'Dance of Love' emerges after years of obscurity, catalyzed by support from Big Thief, marking his U.S. debut.

The Song That Connects Jackson Browne, Nico and Margot Tenenbaum

Jackson Browne's 'These Days' exemplifies the evolution and reinterpretation of a song over decades, reflecting his roots in folk music.
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#cultural-heritage

Folk City: The Musical - From the Stage to The Silver Screen

Folk City: The Musical pivoted to create an original cast album after the pandemic halted its theatrical production, emphasizing credence in original music.
The production, initially featuring iconic protest songs, evolved into a more significant work with an original score to enhance its cultural resonance.

The Thistle & Shamrock: A Few Farewells

The Thistle & Shamrock celebrates 41 years of broadcasts, reflecting on memories and community ties in folk music.

Alejandro Brittes at Stanford | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Alejandro Brittes is a dedicated advocate for chamamé music, emphasizing its cultural roots and emotional depth.

Folk City: The Musical - From the Stage to The Silver Screen

Folk City: The Musical pivoted to create an original cast album after the pandemic halted its theatrical production, emphasizing credence in original music.
The production, initially featuring iconic protest songs, evolved into a more significant work with an original score to enhance its cultural resonance.

The Thistle & Shamrock: A Few Farewells

The Thistle & Shamrock celebrates 41 years of broadcasts, reflecting on memories and community ties in folk music.

Alejandro Brittes at Stanford | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Alejandro Brittes is a dedicated advocate for chamamé music, emphasizing its cultural roots and emotional depth.
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Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne on the ties between British and Caribbean folk music: My ancestors could have heard these songs'

Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne's work bridges Caribbean and British folk traditions, emphasizing cultural connections through music.

Louise & Banda Sin Nombre

Banda Sin Nombre merges global folk music with performance art; Louise offers a soulful solo acoustic experience based on personal narratives.
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Billy Edd Wheeler, Songwriter Who Celebrated Rural Life, Dies at 91

Billy Edd Wheeler, an influential folk singer, passed away at 91, leaving a legacy through his iconic song 'Jackson' and its captivating storytelling.

Chelsea Wolfe's Eclectic Hauntings

Chelsea Wolfe's music combines folk, country, and doom metal.
She has a diverse range of influences and her music incorporates rich imagery and metaphorical themes.

Billy Edd Wheeler, Songwriter Who Celebrated Rural Life, Dies at 91

Billy Edd Wheeler, an influential folk singer, passed away at 91, leaving a legacy through his iconic song 'Jackson' and its captivating storytelling.

Chelsea Wolfe's Eclectic Hauntings

Chelsea Wolfe's music combines folk, country, and doom metal.
She has a diverse range of influences and her music incorporates rich imagery and metaphorical themes.
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Voices behind iconic children's TV show perform well loved soundtrack

Bagpuss celebrates its 50th anniversary with a special performance featuring the original creators of its folk soundtrack.
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The Rheingans Sisters: Start Close In review a radical leap into darkness

Rowan and Anna Rheingans' new album 'Start Close In' merges radical folk influences with themes of resilience and beauty in the face of adversity.

Kacey Musgraves's 'Anime Eyes' Is Such a Trip

Kacey Musgraves's fifth album, Deeper Well, is her mellowest yet with spare folk songs.
The song 'Anime Eyes' on the album stands out as a unique and explosive track with a dramatic build-up.

The Rheingans Sisters: Start Close In review a radical leap into darkness

Rowan and Anna Rheingans' new album 'Start Close In' merges radical folk influences with themes of resilience and beauty in the face of adversity.

Kacey Musgraves's 'Anime Eyes' Is Such a Trip

Kacey Musgraves's fifth album, Deeper Well, is her mellowest yet with spare folk songs.
The song 'Anime Eyes' on the album stands out as a unique and explosive track with a dramatic build-up.
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Award-winning north London pub survives 'by the skin of its teeth' as locals fundraise to keep it open

The Harrison Pub survived a financial crisis thanks to community support and is negotiating a long-term lease for its future.
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For Natalia Lafourcade, playing the Hollywood Bowl again is the next step in her storied journey

Natalia Lafourcade continues to inspire with her folk music, promoting themes of hope and purpose while blending traditional and modern elements in her artistry.

Fergus McCreadie Trio at Kings Place

The Fergus McCreadie Trio performed as part of the Scotland Unwrapped series at Kings Place, London.
The band played a set with shifting moods, combining traditional folk music with a jazz-oriented treatment.

For Natalia Lafourcade, playing the Hollywood Bowl again is the next step in her storied journey

Natalia Lafourcade continues to inspire with her folk music, promoting themes of hope and purpose while blending traditional and modern elements in her artistry.

Fergus McCreadie Trio at Kings Place

The Fergus McCreadie Trio performed as part of the Scotland Unwrapped series at Kings Place, London.
The band played a set with shifting moods, combining traditional folk music with a jazz-oriented treatment.
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Millennials Can't Get Enough of These Popular Folk Music Artists

Folk music has revived among Millennials, especially post-COVID-19, as both a listening and creative outlet.

Colonialism and nationalism, we're rejecting all that': the folk musicians rethinking Britishness

The Shovel Dance Collective symbolizes a modern reinterpretation of British folk music that reconnects with younger audiences and confronts historical complexities.
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Yasmin Williams Announces New Album Acadia, Shares New Song

Yasmin Williams announced new album Acadia, featuring diverse instruments and collaborations, aiming to blend genres and encourage artistic collaboration.

Six Organs of Admittance prep new album, share "The Mission"

Six Organs of Admittance has announced a new album, Time is Glass, set to be released on April 26th.
The opening song on the album, "The Mission," was inspired by a friend's experience of falling in love in a new country.

Yasmin Williams Announces New Album Acadia, Shares New Song

Yasmin Williams announced new album Acadia, featuring diverse instruments and collaborations, aiming to blend genres and encourage artistic collaboration.

Six Organs of Admittance prep new album, share "The Mission"

Six Organs of Admittance has announced a new album, Time is Glass, set to be released on April 26th.
The opening song on the album, "The Mission," was inspired by a friend's experience of falling in love in a new country.
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Singer Joan Baez Shares Poetry at Hometown Reading

Joan Baez's late-career creative projects are providing insight into her personal life and struggles, deviating from the traditional folk music narrative.

Myriam Gendron: Mayday

Myriam Gendron's musical evolution intertwines traditional and modern influences, creating timeless folk melodies with bilingual lyrics.

Once a Fig - Phoebe Harty, Cori Smith and Rebecka Edlund - at Bridge 5 Mill, Manchester

Innovative blend of experimental jazz and folk music by Swedish trio Once a Fig
Intertwining of forest folklore themes with modern city life in their music

The Ultimate Hurray for the Riff Raff Primer

Alynda Segarra, under the name Hurray for the Riff Raff, releases their ninth album.
Segarra's music blends traditional folk with themes of social justice and personal history.
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Bay Area fingerstyle guitarist releases first solo album in nearly two decades

Teja Gerken, a fingerstyle guitarist, has released his first solo album in nearly two decades titled Test of Time.
Gerken's album is a blend of classical, jazz, and traditional folk music and has been praised for its impeccable playing and sonic marvel.

Rheingau Music Festival: Global classical music DW 06/26/2024

Czech composers Smetana and Dvorak incorporated folk music into classical works, capturing national essence.

Rheingau Music Festival presents global classical music DW 06/26/2024

Czech composers like Smetana and Dvorak integrated folk music into classical-romantic works, capturing national character. Rheingau Music Festival showcases talented artists in various genres, highlighting rising stars.

Bay Area fingerstyle guitarist releases first solo album in nearly two decades

Teja Gerken, a fingerstyle guitarist, has released his first solo album in nearly two decades titled Test of Time.
Gerken's album is a blend of classical, jazz, and traditional folk music and has been praised for its impeccable playing and sonic marvel.

Rheingau Music Festival: Global classical music DW 06/26/2024

Czech composers Smetana and Dvorak incorporated folk music into classical works, capturing national essence.

Rheingau Music Festival presents global classical music DW 06/26/2024

Czech composers like Smetana and Dvorak integrated folk music into classical-romantic works, capturing national character. Rheingau Music Festival showcases talented artists in various genres, highlighting rising stars.
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Melanie, Beloved Woodstock Performer and "Brand New Key" Singer, Dies at 76

Singer-songwriter Melanie, known for her performance at Woodstock, has died at the age of 76.
Melanie's music drew influence from folk, jazz, and the high-drama work of artists like Edith Piaf.

One of Brooklyn's brighter folk stars is just 18 - Brooklyn Magazine

Nora Brown, an 18-year-old folk musician, is making waves in the music industry with her old-time music style.
She has recorded three full-length albums, released an EP of duets, and performed at prestigious venues and festivals.
Old-time music is personal and rooted in tradition, and Brown has learned directly from folk music legends.

La Lom got its start at the Roosevelt Hotel. It's now opening for Vampire Weekend

La Lom band established their sound at the historic Roosevelt Hotel, blending Latin music and classic folk, releasing their debut album on August 9th.

Linda Thompson: Proxy Music

Linda Thompson overcame spasmodic dysphonia to make a successful music comeback as a songwriter and singer.

This DC Area Artist's First Album Will Be Released Posthumous

Sonya Cohen Cramer's musical talents and connections to a renowned folk family are coming to light through the posthumous release of a compilation album by Smithsonian Folkways.
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