english folk
what it is
Folk music of England refers to various types of traditionally based music, often contrasted with courtly, classical and later commercial music, for which evidence exists from the later medieval period. It has been preserved and transmitted orally, through print and later through recordings. The term is used to refer to English traditional music and music composed, or delivered, in a traditional style.
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What is english folk?
Folk music of England refers to various types of traditionally based music, often contrasted with courtly, classical and later commercial music, for which evidence exists from the later medieval period. It has been preserved and transmitted orally, through print and later through recordings. The term is used to refer to English traditional music and music composed, or delivered, in a traditional style.
What are good english folk albums to start with?
Try Liege And Lief by Fairport Convention, A Quiet Eye by June Tabor, The Iron Muse - A Panorama of Industrial Folk Music by Various Artists, and Traditional Songs of England by Jo Freya.
Who are some women making english folk?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/english-folk/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making english folk, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-21