I'm Barbara Klein. This week on our program, we explore American folk music, the music of the people.

VOA: special.2009.07.27

When he heard Woody sing, Lomax knew he had found a true singer of American folk music.

VOA: special.2010.06.20

He also produced a series of radio programs on American folk music.

VOA: special.2010.01.25

He collected and recorded traditional American folk music.

VOA: special.2010.06.20

Copland's music included parts of American folk songs and songs popular during the American Civil War.

VOA: special.2009.06.21

Tell us if you have a favorite American blues or folk singer young or old -- and what makes that person's music special to you.

VOA: special.2010.01.18