Some protest music has been composed in the bluegrass style, especially concerning the vicissitudes of the Appalachian coal mining industry. Railroading has also been a popular …

Bluegrass music is the synthesis of American southern string band music, blues, English, Irish, and Scottish traditions, and sacred and country music. It is distinguished by its high energy, …

Enjoy the toe-tapping rhythm of Bluegrass music as you virtually travel and soak in beautiful views of the Appalachia.

Dec 15, 2025 · bluegrass, a country and western style of music that emerged in the United States after World War II (1939–45). It is a direct descendant of the old-time string-band music that …

Mar 20, 2023 · During the folk music revival of the 1960s, there was a renewed interest in country and bluegrass music which helped to cement its reputation. We’ll look at some differences …

This music was often referred to as country, hillbilly, or mountain music. Its development included the blending of elements from gospel music and the blues music that was prominent among …

Jun 18, 2024 · Bluegrass music traces its roots to the Appalachian region of the United States in the 1940s. It emerged as a blend of various musical traditions, including old-time mountain …

This research guide focuses on activities such as fieldwork, interpretation, and programming relating to bluegrass music as it is documented in the collections of the American Folklife …

Bluegrass is a style of American folk music known for its high, lonesome sound. The genre developed in the Appalachians in the 1940s, largely led by mandolin player Bill Monroe – …

Sep 18, 2024 · Bluegrass has simultaneously been recognized as an archaic folk music and a living, popular art form. Although what was to be later named “bluegrass” is played no earlier …