We all know that fiddle festivals, large and small, East and West, are an important part of sharing the music. This week we present a collection of great fiddlers with styles from various regions of the US and Canada, as … Continue reading →
It has been a rough summer weather-wise for so many areas of the U.S. and around the world, from wind to fire to floods. Folk music bears the news and holds the memories of communities affected, so we’ll share some … Continue reading →
Summer is sadly drawing near its close, with some children and grownups already headed back to school. Gather around the old computer (or the old-school radio) and listen to some music that children and adults will enjoy. We include music … Continue reading →
Sometimes it might seem disappointing when a folk music recording includes orchestrations. For another point of view, I listened to “When the Day the Day is Done: The Orchestrations of Robert Kirby” on Ace Records and I came to the … Continue reading →
