Folksong Festival

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Tuesday, February 02, 2010

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Oscar Brand Turns 90!

Join the WNYC family in celebrating host Oscar Brand’s 90th birthday! Whether you just recently discovered Oscar, or are a long-time fan of the folk music legend, send us your birthday wishes to share with Oscar and his many fans.

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Monday, February 01, 2010

Oscar Brand has been hosting the Folksong Festival since 1946. Explore some of his earliest interviews with experts and performances with guests including Woodie Guthrie.

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About Folksong Festival

The show remains one of the few programs devoted to the traditional and contemporary folksong. Over the years, Folksong Festival has survived battles with mayors and blacklists.

Hosted by Oscar Brand Produced by WNYC

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