On Easter Sunday 2014, The Daily Telegraph hosted a cryptic crossword puzzle featuring the clue, “Irritating proverb we’re told (4)”. This wordplay relied upon reversing “Baron” to yield BORE and then using initial or final letters in combination to form NORAB as part of its answer. Halpern has written numerous music-inspired puzzle books. Additionally, he […]
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Recorder anthologies designed for beginning players can often be quite limited in scope. This one, edited by the author of an accessible beginning method, goes further by including both simple duets for soprano and alto as well as trio pieces suitable for soprano, alto or tenor instruments. This music contains various brief technical etudes and
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The Waltz is one of the most beloved dances performed in 3/4 time. It can be found across genres of music – classical, pop, jazz – from jazz standards to opera. Early in the 20th century a movement to revive folk dance, particularly morris dancing, gained steam. While most agreed with its motivation and desirability
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Folk music has seen several artists revive it throughout its history. One such artist is Bob Dylan; his iconic songs like “Blowin’ in the Wind” have inspired millions to pick up and play this genre of music. Woody Guthrie began creating music that addressed poverty, ecology and labor movements during the 1930s. He revived folk
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Folk music is a traditional form of musical expression, typically associated with regional culture and often commemorating historical events such as wars or natural disasters. Additionally, folk music commemorates personal milestones like births, weddings or funerals. Violinists in some musical genres often utilize an open string with stopped note to produce a bagpipe-esque sound for
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Folk music stands out from other types of music with several distinctive qualities that distinguish it. For instance, its roots lie in using only minimal tools compared to other genres, most notably guitar and singer combinations. Folk communities are vast and varied. These groups feature recreational folk dance groups that learn dances from across cultures.
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Folk music represents an inclusive embrace in times of global upheaval. And with new musicians carrying on its traditions, folk seems to be evolving with changing times. Joanna Newsom epitomizes this modern approach to folk with her exquisite harp-plucking and childishly playful vocals. Animal Collective Animal Collective, an eccentric indie rock band known for creating
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Folk music was often closely interwoven with the beliefs and values of its society, providing an avenue for musical exchange – often as a result of invading armies bringing with them songs & styles from their homeland to new territories. Pete Seeger played an essential part in driving the Folk Revival movement. He inspired musicians
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Folk music is enjoying a revival. Its simplicity and authenticity, once lost amid commercial pop’s flash, are finding new listeners. Folk songs frequently depict tragedies of some sort – whether that means Mary of the Wild Moor or an accident that killed many passengers on board a bus – as the focus. Tragedies tend to
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Folk music is an acoustic genre often played on guitar. If you want to learn how to play folk music for personal enjoyment or as part of a band, there are numerous techniques you can employ in order to achieve the sound you are seeking. Start out by collecting an instrument. A dreadnought style acoustic
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