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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Mellow, smooth, campy Country-Folk with male vocals, acoustic guitars and mandolin, mid-tempo. Fitting for themes like rural/country-side, farming, traveling/scenic nature. Male Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
Duet mellow, relaxed rendition: Folk-Country with male/female vocals, guitars, and mandolin- slow tempo. Fitting for themes like rural-countryside, Ireland/Irish, drinking blues. Mixed Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
An ambient, reflective and somewhat ethereal track made with an echoey and reverberant bed of electric guitar. Available with or without 'bitty' electronic drums. Hints of Sigur Ros. Instrumental, New Age, New Age Electronic
Traditional instrumentation mixes with contemporary rhythms to create a patriotic rendition of this classic folk song; Great as background music for anything Americana: commercials, celebrations, programs, documentaries, films, or as lead in music for TV coverage of political conventions & parades. 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
Full orchestrated version of one of the most popular piece in the world called New Britain or Amazing Grace. It goes guite massive in the end. This might be the best version out there. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
An uplifting, uptempo and motivational track. Joyful and inspiring. Featuring Acoustic guitars and B4 organ sound. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Sweeping chords that glide among a landscape of natural sounds. A useful atmospheric bed for visuals such as environmental issues, ecology or the Natural World. Instrumental, Electronic, Dark Ambient
Tibetan drone, ancient sounding, very dramatic, usable in desert scenes or anything requiring an eerie, yet sophisticated feel. 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
Traditional Russian music with a festive and celebratory mood. Like many cossack dances it starts slower and accelerates at the end for fanfare. Great for traditional Russian features. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
A sweet, joyful, serene folk / bluegrass track, very melodic and inspirational, with all classic acoustic instruments, including a beautiful fiddle, played by real musicians. Ideal for productions related to nature, simple life, hope, travel, family. No lead and 60 sec edits versions available. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
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
Constant love is a love based on the sweet, familiar, everyday happiness of being together. Perfect for the love of your life, who you don't tell often enough, on any occasion or no occasion. Beautiful folk ballad with Victoria Blythe backed by acoustic guitars, gorgeous viola solo and stand-up bass, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary 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
Happy and carefree, bright and bouncy track touching on Nu-folk and Pop. Features ukulele, acoustic guitar, piano and bells, with a simple hand clap for rhythm section. Folksy, uncomplicated and joyful. Instrumental, Corporate, Corp. Pop Easy Listening
The traditional American folk song weaves in & out of this track with a twist; Useful in spaghetti westerns, Civil War documentaries, films, memory flashbacks, wars & battles, scenes of military going to war; Perfect as film opener, closer, credits, feature song, or underscore; Think Clint Eastwood. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
A chill, folk sequence perfect for scenes of content resolution. Possessing a positive flavor that suggests the continuation or ending of a story. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
A happy and feelgood acoustic guitar track. Care free and uncomplicated. Uplifting and refreshing, friendly melodies. A little bit playful. Instrumental, Folk, Folk Pop
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
Sweet and Magical. Acoustic Guitar, accordion, upright bass, tambourine. | Usage: full piece composed to be looped or edited for Mobile Games, Flash Games & Advertising, Title Card and Gameplay. 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
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
A heartfelt Irish love ballad. Harp and acoustic guitars are joined by lonely cello and flute, evoking the Irish countryside. A woman sings of her first love in the town of Connemara. River imagery ferries the listener on a romantic journey. Perfect for documentary, magical animation, and history. Female Vocals, Folk, Traditional Folk
An American Folk Song performed as a duet with trumpet and piano in a contemporary arrangement. A fresh take on a classic spiritual. A perfect soundtrack to all of the paths through life, from weddings to funerals. Great for religious services, videos, or web sites. Flute or vocal arrangements also. Instrumental, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
Historically accurate, light and flavorful Medieval music, Middle Ages music, Irish / Celtic folk music style, to take you back in time featuring live frame drums, classical guitar and baglama. (Stem files available.), 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
Joyful, upbeat acoustic track, featuring the most typical instruments of the folk and country tradition. It's the perfect track to convey a sense of joy and optimism. Ideal for scenes related to friendship, family, having a good time together. Short edits and seamless loop also available. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Jigs Up is baritone guitar in B tuning. It is in the style of an Irish Jig which uses 6/8 time and is relatively fast. This track is flat picked at around 175 bpm. Good for restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Beautiful finger style guitar complemented by a melodic and heartfelt slide guitar melody provides a serene and sentimental mood. Evokes feelings of longing, reminiscing and family. Perfect for wholesome family advertising or heartwarming film scene. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Simple and laid back royalty-free music track with beautiful ukulele and acoustic guitar, bass and percussion that evoke a serene and contemplative feeling. Ideal for documentaries, vlogs, nature and crafting. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
This song is perfect for reliving moments. It would sound great over a scene showing old memories. You could use this tune in adverts and movies. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Gentle, calm acoustic background music. Well suited for melancholic mood and intimacy, romantic meetings, Web pages, video and photo albums, travel, advertising, etc. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
A bouncy jig in D major. Perfect for Scottish/Irish ceilidh dancing or for those occasions where one too many drinks are consumed. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Wayfaring Stranger is acoustic guitar in C G C G C D# tuning and percussion. This is a traditional folk song and the arrangement is mine. It is an open tuning and the melody is played against the open chord. Good for restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
The Water Is Wide is acoustic guitar in D G D G B D tuning. This is a delicate rendition of a plaintive song that shines through the ages as a soulful lament of life's journey. Good for restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
500 Miles is acoustic guitar in D A D F# A D tuning. This is a lively fingerpicked version of a traditional song that speaks of being far from home and downtrodden. Good for restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Wild Mountain Thyme is acoustic guitar in B E A D F# B tuning. It is a fingerpicked instrumental of a traditional song that later used the names Wild Mountain Thyme, Will You Go, Lassie Go? and Purple Heather. Good for restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
Dixieland is banjo, acoustic guitar, upright bass and percussion. Banjo and guitar play melody on this soulful rendition of a traditional song of the Southern states during the Civil War. Good for restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, Folk, Traditional Folk
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