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Staff selections from Smithsonian Folkways

Wade in the Water: African American Sacred Music Traditions Vol. I-IV Pam Rogers, IT Contractor
Wade in the Water: African American Sacred Music
SFW40076

"Wade in the Water has so much music and I keep finding new ones that become favorites."

Mark Spoelstra Recorded at Club 47 Jeff Place, Archivist
Mark Spoelstra Recorded at Club 47
FW03572

"I think this is a brilliant record. Spoelstra was one of the few folk guys in the 60s who played on a 12-string. It's a classic of that era."

When the Soul is Settled: Music of Iraq Kiley Griffin, Intern
When the Soul is Settled: Music of Iraq
SFW40533

"When the Soul is Settled is great to listen to any day, any time; I never get sick of it."

Un Fuego de Sangre Pura: Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto from Colombia Pete Reiniger, Sound Production Supervisor
Un Fuego de Sangre Pura: Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto from Colombia
SFW40531

"This is the raw roots of the Cumbia."

Lead Belly's Last Sessions Brian Mullan, Volunteer
Lead Belly's Last Sessions
SFW40531

"A great compilation of Lead Belly's music for the discerning blues listener."