FOLK MUSIC

FOLK MUSIC

💜 Folk refers to various musical, oral, and cultural traditions from specific regions and societies worldwide, derived from the German word 'volk' meaning 'people'.



What is folk world music ?

💜Folk music originates from non-professional cultural traditions, while world music refers to music unique to a specific country or culture.

Characteristic of folk music?

💜Traditional folk culture songs or pieces rely on community acceptance and change as passed from one individual to another, indicating their importance in cultural expression.


Who created folk music?

💜Folk music, derived from German volk, originated as a traditional genre associated with regional folklore. Woody Guthrie is considered the first significant contributor to the genre.

What instruments use to folk music?

💜Fiddle, tuned similarly to classical violin, is associated with folk music for centuries. Recently, cello and viola have gained popularity in folk music.


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