Get a load of Illinois folk ditties

Illinois has quite a reputation for its folk music. This is the home of the Old Town School of Folk Music, after all. Bucky Halker is all too familiar with the varied folk disciplines Illinois has to offer. The Wisconsin-bred musician, professor and author produced "Folksongs of Illinois," a 3-CD series released by the Illinois Humanities Council, focusing on the grand folk tradition in this fine Midwestern state. The series collects timeless recordings and contemporary updates from the likes of...

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