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The Troubadours Description: Medieval Music to bring presence and authenticity to events, both indoors and outdoors - Activities include - Demonstrations and Concert programmes. Music for Festivals, Banqueting and Dancing, Fanfares, Heralding, Ceremonial and Processional Music, Background Music for all Occasions. http://ancestral.co.uk/band.htm The Company of Fifers & Drummers Description: The Company of Fifers & Drummers is the leading organization of fifers and drummers worldwide. With member corps throughout the United States, Great Britain and Europe, The Company promotes appreciation for the history and traditions of American field music and fellowship among all fifers and drummers. http://companyoffifeanddrum.org Soeur Sourire Description: Site dedicated to the Singing Nun whose hit song Dominique topped the charts in 1963. Photos, song lyrics, screensavers and biographical facts. http://deckers66.homestead.com/index.html New Hope Music - Free Praise & Worship Songs and Hymns Description: Over 410 original, Scripture-based praise and worship choruses and hymns, by Ralph Merrifield, Adrian V. Miller and friends. All free to download, complete with lyrics, chords, MIDI and MP3 files, PDF songsheets, choir arrangements, translations, much more! http://newhopemusic.com 247PolkaHeaven.com Description: The world's first 24/7 streaming polka website featuring North America's finest Polka Internet Jockeys playing polkas, waltzes and nationality music. Live shows and new recorded programs every week. http://www.247polkaheaven.com/ American Melody Records Description: Award-winning recordings of folk and bluegrass music for children and adults. http://www.americanmelody.com/ Catalogue of Balkan Folklore Music and Dance Ensemble, Group, Artist Description: Balkanfolk Catalogue is a comprehensive database with information about Balkan folklore artists, musicians, Folk Dance Groups, Folklore Festivals, Folklore Ensembles, Folk Orchesta http://www.balkanfolk.com/catalogue.php Becky Close, Singer, Songwriter, Musician, and Poet Description: Becky Close is a collection of characters. As a singer she delights in catching the attention of the room and playing to the "mood". As a writer and poet she is almost in another world, some say she is a bit fey. When performing for the kids at a campfire or singalong she becomes Sgt. Bucket, a name she picked up in her many years working the summer camps of Maine. And singing harmony is magic, there she is forever Daddy's little girl. http://www.beckyclose.com/ Abdel Hazim's tribal bellydance tracks Description: Alternative oriental dance music with an edge. Indie productions. Mp3 tracks and historical information on bellydancing. http://www.belly-dance.org/music.html. Black Cat Music Description: Acoustic music for the Norwich (U.K.) area. Friday nights at Jurnet's Bar, The Music House, Wensum Lodge, Norwich, and acoustic showcases once a month in the bar at Norwich Arts Centre. http://www.blackcatmusic.org.uk Free Online Music By Scott C. Endsley Description: 4 hours of original music by singer/songwriter Scott C. Endsley. Several music genres: folk, folkrock, rock, pop, etc. Free listening via RealPlayer... http://www.endsley.org Felmay Recordings Description: We are a records company with two labels: Dunya Records (World Music) and NewTone Records (Jazz & New Music) http://www.felmay.it FolkScene Description: A program of traditional & contemporary music, featuring live guests in the studio http://www.folkscene.com The Charlotte Folk Society Description: The Folk Society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the ongoing enjoyment of tradition and contemporary folk music, dance, crafts and lore in the Southern Piedmont. We offer everything from craft demonstrations and hourse concerts to blues, clogging and storytelling. http://www.folksociety.org Les Panards Dansants Description: The home of traditional French and Breton music in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK http://www.frenchdanceleeds.co.uk Herbal Remedy Barn Dance Band Description: A lively band for all barn dances and ceilidhs. Three-piece band with accordion, bass and drums plus caller providing a fun, exciting and entertaining mixture of English, American and Scottish dances for your wedding, anniversary, birthday or other occasion. Based in the West Midlands. http://www.hremedy.co.uk Kathryn Tickell Tour Dates and Information Description: Kathryn Tickell is one of the foremost players of the Northumbrian smallpipes and fiddle, specialising in music of Northumbria and the borders. A full discography and some samples of her music are included on the site. http://www.kathryntickellband.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/index.htm MIDI Music Lyrics and Poetry Description: MIDI Music Lyrics and Poetry http://www.midi-music.com Old Songs Description: Old Songs, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to keeping traditional music and dance alive through the presentation of festivals, concerts, dances and educational programs. We are centered in Voorheesville, New York, a suburb of Albany, the capital of New York State. Since its incorporation in 1977, Old Songs has met its mission through monthly CONCERTS and DANCES, bi-annual INSTRUMENT CLASSES and the annual OLD SONGS FESTIVAL of Traditional Music and Dance. http://www.oldsongs.org/ The Port Fairy Folk Festival Description: Port Fairy,old sea-side fishing and farming village looking out to the beautiful rolling waves of the Southern Ocean, is host every March to Australia's "world famous" Port Fairy Folk Festival which presents the best of International and National artists over the four days. Australia's long established Festivals we are glad to be part of this project sponsoring "The Female Rambling Sailor" http://www.portfairyfolkfestival.com Raintracks - Slow Songs for rainy days Description: Raintracks is a collection of Songs by K.P.Geier. Folk/Bluegrass/Country. Songs in mp3 format are available for free download. http://www.raintracks.com South Yorkshire Folk Description: South Yorkshire area music events clubs festivals performers and places of interest. http://www.syfolk.co.uk tradmusic.com Description: An excellent, fully interactive website designed by musicians for musicians, aimed specifically at enthusiasts and players of traditional music worldwide. Artist profiles, gig guide, discussion, luthiers list, online CD shopping, special offers and good news aggregation. http://www.tradmusic.com Francis J. Child Ballads Description: Includes a biography, list of ballads, lyrics, tune information, MIDI files and links. http://www.childballads.com/ Bridge Guitarreviews Description: Reviews of acoustic guitar albums. http://www.xs4all.nl/~guitars/ rec.music.filk FAQ Description: Kay Shapero's guide to filking, updated monthly http://home.earthlink.net/~kayshapero/filkfaq.htm Fideedle Description: German-based folk music duo. Includes gig-guide, news, profiles, and information on their repertoire. http://www.fideedle.de/ Miramichi Folksong Festival Description: Annual festival featuring contemporary and traditional folk music, in Miramichi, NB, Canada. Details of programme, events, and for tickets. http://www.miramichifolksongfestival.com/ Troubadours Description: Guide to British folk-rock with profiles and related links, with special emphasis to the artists connected with the group Fairport Convention. http://www.geocities.com/frabaxter Folk Music Web Ring Description: For web sites having folk music content. http://u.webring.com/hub?ring=folk&id=463&hub International Traditional Music Society, Inc. Description: Promoting and preserving traditional music. With a large tune database, instrument and country-related links,. http://www.worldtrad.org/