Folk Britannia - Ballads and Blues

First of three programmes celebrating the traditional folk music of the British Isles. The folk revival of the 50s led to political struggles between traditionalists and left-wing modernists. The birth of skiffle subsequently ushered in a more bohemian brand of folk music. Contributors include Peggy and Pete Seeger, Martin Carthy, Bob Davenport and Ramblin' Jack Elliott.