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Ballads and Blues
The first of three programmes celebrating the traditional folk music of the British Isles looks at the revival of the 50s and the aftermath of the birth of skiffle.
First of three programmes celebrating the traditional folk music of the British Isles. The folk revival of the 50s led to political struggles between traditionalists and left-wing modernists. The birth of skiffle subsequently ushered in a more bohemian brand of folk music. Contributors include Peggy and Pete Seeger, Martin Carthy, Bob Davenport and Ramblin' Jack Elliott.
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Sun 4 Nov 2007
00:40
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