Folk New England founder Betsy Siggins will be awarded a "Spirit of Folk Award" at the International Folk Alliance's Annual Convention in Kansas City on February 14th. The Spirit of Folk Award is presented to honor and celebrate people and organizations actively involved in … [Read more...]
A Message From Folk New England Founder – Betsy Siggins
December 2015 Dear Friend, We are writing today to ask that you help us keep the faith with the music we have loved the most and for the longest here in New England. Folk music is comfort music; it is a set of loving grandparents who welcome us at the doorstep and can … [Read more...]
A message from Betsy Siggins
October 31, 2013 Dear Friend: By now you’ve heard much about our projects and our mission at the New England Folk Music Archives. So for a moment, we’d like to talk about you, and how you matter to us. We want to thank you – the artists, photographers, archivists, … [Read more...]
New England Folk Music Archives Founder Betsy Siggins Wins The Boston Bluegrass Union Heritage Award
The Boston Bluegrass Union (BBU) Heritage Awards are presented each year to honor those who have made substantial contributions to furthering bluegrass in New England. The awards were presented during the 28th annual Joe Val Bluegrass Festival, Presidents Day Weekend, February … [Read more...]