The term "traditional folk" (or "traditional music") is often used interchangeably with "folk music". Apart from instrumental music that forms a part of traditional music, especially dance music traditions, much traditional music is vocal music, since the instrument that makes such music is usually handy. As such, most traditional music has meaningful lyrics.
Before artists like Bob Dylan, the Kingston Trio, and the Weavers popularized folk among hip young college kids, the music existed in many forms in the U.S.--rural old-time songs passed from family to family (and generation to generation), broadly political or satirical songs, children's tunes, minstrel songs. This is a catc ...
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A cowboy spin on this children's classic. Laid back Tremolo electric guitar, bassoon and glockenspiel. Moseys right along in an easy going manner. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Traditional Shaker melody with sounds of nature (birds). Ideal for setting a peaceful feeling in film/video or on-hold phone systems. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Traditional folk song often sung as a round; campfire melody; song about peace and bells sweetly ringing; keyboard instrumental track with bells and chimes; medium tempo. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
American western folk ballad usually credited to Percy Montrose (1884), even though it's sometimes credited to Barker Bradford; believed to have been based on another song called "Down by the River Liv'd a Maiden" by H. S. Thompson (1863); piano solo great for a western-themed film, TV, or video. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Sung to congratulate a person on a significant event, such as a retirement, a promotion, a birthday, the birth of a child, or the winning of a championship sporting event; melody originates from that of the French song "Marlbrough s'en va-t-en guerre;" 2nd-most popular song in the English language. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
A fun orchestral arrangement of the American folk classic "She'll Be Comin Round The Mountain". Great for everything from children's to historical productions. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Traditional folk song played slowly on acoustic guitar played loosely and very simple and sparse by a novice. Sensitive and poignant alluding to a family or situation of caring. Could work for Appalachian setting. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
atmospheric Folk Dulcimer played with a twang with added Dobro and tambourine & shaker guitars, bass & drums. This track is has a certain element of melancholy and emotion. instrumental for Film, TV, or Documentary, Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
A easy listening track that reminds of the proverbial "small-Southern-one-stop-light-town" on a Sunday afternoon after church service where families and friends relax and enjoy each other's company. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
mellow folk instrumental, swaying violin with acoustic guitar, make it perfect for rual country, farmland footage, lovers playing in the grass. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
A Swinging take on the classic "Greensleeves." Latin feel. Melody and solo on Piano. Sounds like Bill Evans, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
Upbeat Folk song about a man who is trying to find his place in life. Features male vocals and a bright acoustic guitar, Male Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
Old Irish folk tune, which dates back hundred's of years, and is also known as 'Molly Malone', 'In Dublin's Fair City' and 'Cockles And Mussels - Alive Alive Oh'. It has also become the unofficial anthem of Dublin. This bright and cheerful version is great for documentary, travelogue and adverts, Instrumental, Folk, British Folk
This dreamy light guitar instrumental gives you a tranquil hopeful fee. Played with four guitars, accompanied by a groovy percussion groove. Welcoming, warm & friendly heartwarming, with a real feel good vibe. This music brings up pictures of long hot sunny days in the countryside, idyllic & rustic. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
This dreamy light guitar instrumental gives you a tranquil hopeful feel. Played with two acoustic guitars only. The track includes the catchy main theme in the beginning, an improvisation part before ending with the theme. Welcoming, warm & friendly heartwarming, with a real feel good vibe. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
This dreamy light guitar instrumental gives you a tranquil hopeful feel. Played with two acoustic guitars only. The track includes the catchy main theme in the beginning, an improvisation part before ending with the theme. Welcoming, warm & friendly heartwarming, with a real feel good vibe. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Sit back and relax by the fire as your wagon train takes a break on your old west journey with this public domain melody written on the wagon trail. This piece brings the nostalgic feelings of the simple but rough life in the old west with a simple acoustic guitar with violin and harmonica. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Significant lively and optimistic song with rhythmic, upbeat vibes and beautiful pan flute sequences. Very closed to earth, thus suitable for movies about nature & travelling, documentary about south america, galapagos island, exotic animals, landscapes & indigenous people. Advertising for handcraft, Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Traditional folk track with fun carefree mood. Fast paced mix of American bluegrass and Irish jig, featuring acoustic guitar, accordion, piano, percussion, handclaps and upright bass. Great for advertisement commercial spots, documentary, history, travel videos, or local intimate festive settings. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
A happy and feelgood pop-rock track with a family friendly sound and an uplifting melody. Catchy and appealing, with a youthful flow. Rhythmically, this track has an interesting twist. Instrumental, Folk, Folk Pop
An easy-going, earthy and nicely laid back Folk / Nu-folk / Acoustica track. Acoustic guitar, piano and subtle shaker rhythm. Feelgood, relaxed, uncomplicated and happy. Think home, family, friends and good times. Instrumental, Pop, Soft Pop
For your Irish Cheer, we give a tear with Danny Boy, lift and toast, place your heart on your sleeve. Produced by Phil Maphey; his wife Kathy on Vocals. Female Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
This catchy Southern Delta Blues Dramedy piece is perfect for reality TV, down home comedies, western n southern travel shows, n anything that needs authentic southern instruments and a fun, quirky attitude. Features real plucky banjo, bluesy slide dobro, upright bass, finger snaps n swinging drums. Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
Upbeat and uplifting folk dance with happy vibe, completely acoustic, featuring gypsy instruments like bandoneon, guitar, trombone, violins, tambourine, ecc. Perfect for commercials and corporates. Will put a smile on your face and will make you want to get up and start dancing while clapping hands. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Folk
Enjoy this beautiful mariachi ranchera waltz. It is romantic, acoustic Mexican or South American folk music. The acoustic guitars and violins set the scene for a strolling band at a restaurant, Mexican dance or celebration. A couple strolling the streets on a hot summer night. Cinco de Mayo, love, Instrumental, Latin, Ranchera
Uilleann pipes, fiddle, snares and bass drum combine in this beautifully sad Irish Lament. Tender and heartbreaking, this would be perfect for Saint Patrick's Day, especially late at night after a few Guinness. Nostalgia for the old country in drama and film. Wakes and sorrow for loss of loved one. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Inspired by Johnny Mayer's song Gravity, this song expresses worldwide sorrow over man's inhumanity to man, poverty and suffering but with a voice of optimism to work together to resolve and heal what pains us. A great solo male performance with guitar and vocals by the talented Peter G. Olach. Male Vocals, Rock, Blues Rock
Medium paced Folk Waltz instrumental, great for pub scene/party get together very listenable, good variation of Traditional Folk related Instruments. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
**Vintage** Bluesy song about a man who all the women fall for. Male vocals and a great blue guitar riff make for a dark sound, Male Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
Old English processional May dance that conjours up warm summer afternoons enjoying this slow-med dance performed by traditional cloggers or Morris dancers. Features tradtional instruments - fiddles, melodeons, bell-sticks, whistle, drums. Also known as 'The Floral Dance'. Main mix & 30sec mix. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
This is an entirely new and original look at a folk song that dates back to the early 19th century. Arranged for solo soprano with piano accompaniment by Gay Santerre. Full of musical imagery, the accompaniment very vividly imitates a river throughout the 1st and 2nd verse. Female Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
Country Gardens is an English folk tune - more commonly know as english country garden - whimisical piece played here on ukuleles English folk music 18th-century songs. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Smooth, mellow, passionate classic Folk with male/female vocals and acoustic guitar and mandolin, mid tempo. Fitting for themes like rural/country-side, historical, sailing/sea and more. (Drama, Peaky Blinders), Mixed Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
Mellow, bluesy, Country-Folk with male vocals, guitars and mandolin. Fitting for themes like rural/country-side, historical, trains, hobos, drinking and more. Male Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
The realization that it's over but it never hurts to ask "Won't You Stay"! Lyrical themes are Unrequited Love, Regret, Sadness, Depression, Anguish, Desperation, Broken Hearts, Wishing to be in Love, Loneliness and the Frustration of it all. Male Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
Don't we all want quiet....no sound while watching mindless TV... When you have had enough of Modern Life especially the noise, Male Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
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