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Folk

Folk music stands for the traditional and cultural expressions of a community or people and focuses on everyday struggles with simple melodies.

  • Traditional Instruments

    • ​Acoustic Guitar simply strum for rhythm but also fingerpicking patterns

    • Banjo

    • Mandolin

    • Harmonica

  • Drumming: Upbeat and Steady

    • is not flashy and often works to support the guitar

    • Many times there are no drums in acoustic songs

  • Vocal Style: melodic and smooth to rough and aggressive

    • a natural, untouched vocal quality that feels authentic 

    • Easy to follow

    • Plays on being catchy and meaningful

  • Upright Bass 

    • In folk and bluegrass music, the double bass provides the low-end rhythm, keeping time and adding depth to the overall sound.

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