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Free World Music Download
Published: August 30, 2011
from Margaret Loebe at Alexander Street Press:
Our featured download from Smithsonian Folkways Recordings is “Pretty Saro,” performed by Peggy Seeger. A dominant figure in the folk song movement in the U.S. and England for more than 35 years, Peggy personally selected these traditional and original songs focused primarily on the themes of love and politics. Songs include “Freight Train,” “First Time Ever I Saw Your Face,” and “Gonna Be An Engineer.”
“21 tracks display the variety of Peggy’s repertoire, her range of styles, love of tradition and innovative songwriting prowess.” — Homespun Tapes
For more information, and to download this track, click here.
This track is owned by Smithsonian Folkways Recordings and is available, free of charge, for a limited time only. Be sure to join our mailing list for regular email updates every time a new track becomes available.
Alexander Street also offers free classical music downloads, sponsors the Music Media Monthly blog full of reviews and recommendations, and provides news and other free giveaways on the Music Online blog,Facebook, and Twitter.
Happy listening!
Margaret Loebe
Assistant Editor
Alexander Street Press
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