Definition

Proper noun: - Peter Seeger: An American folk singer, songwriter, and social activist. He is widely recognized as a pivotal figure in the mid-20th century folk music revival in the United States, known for popularizing folk music and for his advocacy for social and environmental causes.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Peter Seeger performed at the Newport Folk Festival many times.
  • The songs of Peter Seeger, such as "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" and "If I Had a Hammer," became anthems for social movements.
  • Many musicians cite Peter Seeger as a major influence on their work.

Advanced Usage

• "In the tradition of Pete Seeger": Used to describe music or activism that follows his example of using folk music for community building and social commentary.
  • The local sing-along group is very much in the tradition of Pete Seeger.

Variants and Related Words

• Pete Seeger: A common, informal variant of his name.
  • Pete Seeger was beloved for his ability to get audiences to sing along.

Synonyms

• Folk singer: A performer of traditional or contemporary folk music.
• Activist musician: An artist who uses music to promote social or political change.

Related Phrases

• To carry on the work of Pete Seeger: To continue promoting folk music and activism in a manner associated with his legacy.
  • The new generation of folk singers aims to carry on the work of Pete Seeger.

Noun

1. United States folk singer who was largely responsible for the interest in folk music in the 1960s (born in 1919)