First the snowdrops, then the crocus arrive and open up. Long-awaited Spring is beginning to arrive in many parts of the country. We’ll celebrate with some seasonal tunes and songs from Tim O’Brien, Ken and Brad Kolodner, Claudia Schmidt, the … Continue reading →
A couple of years ago, Janis Ian released The Light at the End of the Line, which she expected to be her final studio recording, and her first in 15 years. We’ll feature three selections from it, and surround them … Continue reading →
The Appalachian dulcimer is now a core instrument in the American tradition, but styles performed by modern dulcimer enthusiasts run the gamut from traditional folk music through popular and experimental forms. This week we’ll hear new and classic recordings by … Continue reading →
We welcome spring on this week’s program, after gray and challenging winter weather and too much rain and snow. We have music from Anne Hills, Claudia Schmidt, Tom Rush, Friction Farm, Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem. “Glad for the Spring,” … Continue reading →
This week on the program we continue with our occasional record review feature. Janis Ian has announced that “The Light at the End of the Line” is her final studio recording, and she is now no longer touring. The CD … Continue reading →
Spring can be rather fickle here in Eastern Pennsylvania, hinting at change just long enough for the crocus and daffodils to start to bloom, only to be surprised by a period of cold weather and often a bit of snow. … Continue reading →
This week on the program we continue with our occasional record review feature. Janis Ian has announced that “The Light at the End of the Line” will likely be her final studio recording – it’s been 15 years in the … Continue reading →
On this week’s show we begin a two-part feature celebrating Women’s History Month. We’ll hear some wonderful music from some of the finest musicians and singers who just happen to be women. Included are selections from Claudia Schmidt, Rachel Eddy, … Continue reading →
It is quite remarkable how much of American roots music is related to the style we know as swing. Boomers were made aware of the style through our parents who played a great deal of Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman and … Continue reading →
Well, ok … we’ve finally reached our destination and now it’s time to get down to business! This week’s show lures you with songs about food, friends and family. We’ll hear songs from Robyn Landis, Sally Rogers and Claudia Schmidt, … Continue reading →
