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All About Peggy Seeger
Peggy Seeger's musical prowess can span across six instruments and she's lent her talents to somewhere around 100 recordings (give or take) throughout the course of her nearly-60-year career. From feminist anthems to love songs, children's folk songs, and songs of empowerment and rebellion, Peggy Seeger has forged a remarkable legacy in both the U.S. and the UK (where she now lives). Learn more...
| Seeger Family Tree
Pete Seeger may be the most widely recognizable name in the Seeger family line, but he comes from a collection of remarkably talented folk music collectors, singers, players, and historians. Beginning with his father Charles, who was a scholar on the subject, on down through he and his siblings, to Pete's grandson Tao who is carrying on the torch for a younger generation.
| Pete Seeger's Influence on American Folk Music
Though he has played many instruments, Pete Seeger is mostly known as a banjo picker who published a definitive book on the instrument. His adaptation of traditional folk songs, his use of simple hymns and original songs for the purpose of social justice and community empowerment have helped define and influence American folk music in the 20th century and beyond.
| Mike Seeger and the New Lost City Ramblers
Mike Seeger was hard-focused on delivering traditional American music while staying true to the original arrangements and intent. He was a multi-instrumentalist, mastering guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, autoharp, dobro, and several other instruments. He started the New Lost City Ramblers in 1958 with John Cohen and Tom Paley.
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