Alan Lomax was a pioneering American folklorist, ethnomusicologist, and archivist who dedicated his life to preserving and promoting traditional music from around the world. Born in 1915, Lomax began his career in the 1930s, traveling extensively to record and document the music of rural communities in the United States. His work played a crucial role in the revival of folk music in the mid-20th century and inspired countless musicians, including Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and Bob Dylan. Lomax's vast collection of recordings, photographs, and field notes is now housed at the Library of Congress, serving as an invaluable resource for researchers and music enthusiasts alike.
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