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Ep 4 - The Armstrongs, Part 4: The Wandering Folksong
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In the fourth and final episode of our podcast on the Armstrong family, we delve into George’s inspiration for the 1974-1985 WFMT radio program The Wandering Folksong, and discuss the enduring significance of folk music and the oral tradition. Original recordings featured in this podcast include: - Bagpipes performed by George Armstrong, 3/20/1982 - “World of Misery” (a version of a song also known as “Shenandoah”), performed by The Golden Ring Singers feat. Jack Stanesco, from the 10/31/1976 episode of The Wandering Folksong - Interview with Rebecca Armstrong at the OTSFM, 7/24/2015 - George Armstrong on the 10/31/1976 episode of The Wandering Folksong - “Lady from the West Country,” performed by Gerry Armstrong, from the 10/31/1976 episode of The Wandering Folksong - “How Can I Keep from Singing,” performed by Howie Mitchell at the Golden Ring reunion, 1964 - “Simple Gifts," performed by George and Gerry Armstrong, 3/20/1982 Texts referenced in this episode include: - The Gift: Creativity and the Artist in the Modern World by Lewis Hyde, 1983 - The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell, 1972 - Liner notes of Simple Gifts, 1961
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