folk-music

folk-music

A musician plays folk-music on an acoustic guitar.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Traditional music: "Folk-music" refers to music that originates from the common people of a region or nation, often passed down orally through generations. It typically reflects the cultural traditions, stories, and daily life of a community.
    • Contemporary folk music: In modern usage, "folk-music" also includes music that is influenced by traditional styles, often featuring acoustic instruments and storytelling lyrics, performed by singer-songwriters.
Usage Examples
  • (Traditional music passed down in her family.)
  • (Traditional music representing different cultures.)
  • (Contemporary music influenced by traditional styles.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to perform folk-music": to play or sing traditional or folk-inspired music.

    • The band performs folk-music at local pubs every weekend. (They play traditional-style music for audiences.)

  • "folk-music revival": a period when interest in traditional folk-music increases, often leading to new recordings and performances.

    • The 1960s saw a folk-music revival in the United States. (A renewed popularity of traditional music occurred.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Folk musician (n): a person who performs folk-music.

    • She is a well-known folk musician who tours internationally. (A performer of traditional or folk-inspired music.)

  • Folk song (n): a specific piece of folk-music, typically with lyrics.

    • The folk song tells the story of a lost love. (A traditional or folk-style song.)
Synonyms
  • Traditional music: music that has been passed down within a culture.
  • Roots music: music that is considered the foundation of a region's musical heritage.
  • Acoustic folk: a subtype of folk-music emphasizing acoustic instruments.
Idioms

  • "folk-music scene": the community or environment where folk-music is performed, discussed, and appreciated.

    • The folk-music scene in that city is very active, with many open mic nights. (The local community of folk musicians and fans.)

  • "folk-music tradition": the established customs and practices of folk-music within a culture.

    • He is preserving the folk-music tradition of his ancestors. (Maintaining the cultural practices of traditional music.)