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Smithsonian Folkways

Together We Sing A Song For You Ella Jenkins
7 months ago

Together We Sing A Song For You Ella Jenkins

Ella Jenkins was the ultimate pioneer. Dubbed the first lady of children's music, her  contributions to the genre and the world will stand the test of time. This week, Ella passed away at the age of 100 leaving a legacy of riches in song and spirit for the world to enjoy in perpetuity. We have [...]
Birthday Shout Out to 2 Music Legends in 90-Something Prime
5 years ago

Birthday Shout Out to 2 Music Legends in 90-Something Prime

This week calls for birthday shout outs to two music legends in their 90-something prime still singing and strumming for us. Legendary crooner Tony Bennett turns 94, and the first lady of children's music Ella Jenkins wil be 96. Both artists still share their beautiful music, and both, still deserve our accolades. ELLA JENKINS Ninety-six-year-old [...]
July Sparks Celebrations for Independence Days, Mandela, Reggae +
8 years ago

July Sparks Celebrations for Independence Days, Mandela, Reggae +

July Sparks celebrations for Independence Days in countries of Canada, United States of America and France; Reggae Day in Jamaica and Nelson Mandela Day worldwide. It’s a month of Fireworks, Parades, Music, Festivals and Picnics. Plenty to be happy about in July. Here are highlights of things to do around the world in July: Things [...]