How is Folk Music Different From Country?
Q: How is folk music different from country music? A: It’s not…really. Read on for a full explanation. What is Folk Music? First of all, it’s important to answer the more pressing What is folk music? There is no hard and fast rule, but generally speaking, “folk music” refers to a style of music that is universal within a community and can be performed by people who aren’t necessarily trained musicians, using whatever instruments are available. (learn more about what constitutes folk music). A Common Ancestor Both country and folk music have their roots in the story-song tradition, particularly in rural communities. If musical styles have ancestors, the common ancestor to folk and country music would be the Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers, as artists from
