folk music

noun

: the traditional music of the people in a country or region

Irish folk music

also : a type of popular music that is based on traditional music and that does not use electric instruments

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Embodying Colombian folk music, Cuadrado’s artistry gave life to some of Vives’ biggest albums including 1995’s La Tierra del Olvido. —

Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2024 In addition to races throughout the day, there will be traditional dances, Chinese folk music, martial arts performances, hands-on activities, games, a dragon parade and more. —

Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2024 The Waukegan Music Exchange opened its doors to the public Saturday in downtown Waukegan, selling new and used phonograph records from a variety of genres including jazz, blues, folk music and more. —

Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2024 Folk Fest returns to Golden Gate Park Fans of folk music — not just listening to it, but singing and learning about it, too — should have a grand ol’ time at the 48th annual San Francisco Free Folk Festival on Saturday in Golden Gate Park. —

Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 10 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for folk music