Early American Folk

Early American folk music is a rich tapestry that embodies the heart and soul of America's past, weaving together the diverse cultural influences that shaped the nation. This genre encompasses a broad spectrum of musical styles, from the plaintive ballads and spirited jigs of colonial America to the Civil War era's rallying songs and the haunting melodies of the Appalachian and frontier regions. Artists within this genre, such as the Hesperus Early Music Ensemble and Bobby Horton, employ a wide range of traditional instruments, including fiddles, banjos, and dulcimers, to bring authentic sonic textures to their interpretations of historical tunes. Through their meticulous research and passionate performances, they keep the legacy of American folk music alive, offering listeners a sonic journey back in time to the very roots of American cultural and musical heritage.

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Factory Maids
Album - 15 Tracks - Released August 1, 2024

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2nd South Carolina String Band
97th Regimental String Band
Bittersweet and Briers
Bobby Horton
David Kincaid
Diane Taraz
Douglas Jimerson
Hesperus
Hesperus Early Music Ensemble
Jim Taylor
Matthew Sabatella and the Rambling String Band
Saxton's Cornet Band
The Colonial Williamsburg Governor's Musick
The Union Confederacy
Un-Reconstructed
Virginia Company
Wayne Erbsen
2nd South Carolina String Band
David Kincaid
Bobby Horton
97th Regimental String Band
Diane Taraz
Hesperus Early Music Ensemble
Virginia Company
The Colonial Williamsburg Governor's Musick
Hesperus
Matthew Sabatella and the Rambling String Band
Un-Reconstructed
Wayne Erbsen
The Union Confederacy
Douglas Jimerson
Jim Taylor
Saxton's Cornet Band
Bittersweet and Briers