FMSNY’s 4 for Folkies
FMSNY’s 4 for Folkies
Podcast Description
Spend 15 minutes getting to know Folk Music Society of New York’s performers by way of 4-question interviews about their own music and folk & traditional music in general, with a bit of whimsy at the end. Hosted by Laura Ciporen.
(FMSNY, pronounced ”fims-knee,” = Folk Music Society of New York, which has been celebrating folk music since 1965.)
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Content Themes
Explores themes of personal musical journeys, the nuances of folk and traditional music, and anecdotes from live performances, with episodes showcasing topics like the evolution of concertina playing and humorous concert mishaps, illustrating the vibrant folk music culture.
Join Laura Ciporen, from the Folk Music Society of New York, for 15-minute, 4-question interviews with today’s Folk and Traditional Music artists. We’ll learn how they describe their own vibe and what makes them unique among Folk groups; how they came to love Folk and what it means to them; who some of their biggest influences are; and fun, personal anecdotes along the way.
New to the Folk music community? Become an instant insider as the artists talk about personal connections and the experiences that shaped their musical lives.
Hardcore Folkie? Learn details about your favorite performers that you’ve never heard (band mates even sometimes surprise each other!) and discover experiences and influences you may have in common.
Visit the podcast page on our website for more information on some of the places, albums, and people referenced in the episodes. And join us for all the amazing events and opportunities to bring more Folk and Trad music into your life. Find out more at folkmusicny.org.
(FMSNY, pronounced ”fims-knee,” = Folk Music Society of New York, which has been ensuring Folk music THRIVES in NY since 1965.)
Laura Ciporen talks with Alison Kelley (she/her) and Anayis “A.J.” Wright (they/them) ahead of their Friday, Feb. 13 house concert in Queens, NY. Twa Corbies discuss creating unique sounds, surprisingly parallel early musical experiences, and what’s so great about NYC. Visit folkmusicny.org for more info on the concert and twacorbiesmusic.com to find their music.
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