I believe that Folk Music is used for the same thing that every other type of music is used for, listening.
Folk music is a genre of music that derives from traditional folk music. It is characterised by simple musical instruments such as guitar, banjo, piano and harmonica as well as a simple vocal style. Folk music is often written and sung by ordinary people. It is also sometimes used to accompany dance. Folk music has been used in many areas of the world and in many cultures. It is a genre of music that is still very popular today.
There is welsh folk music, but not all folk music is welsh.
Folk Music
fiddle/violin
music is used for folk festivals.
Some common folk guitar chord progressions used in traditional folk music include the I-IV-V progression, the I-V-VI-IV progression, and the I-IV-I-V progression. These progressions are often used in songs to create a familiar and pleasing sound that is characteristic of folk music.
Folk Music (; Chibi
Some common Irish folk chords used in traditional music include G major, D major, C major, and A minor. These chords are often used in combination to create the distinctive sound of Irish folk music.
Philip Chambon
A. Nationalistic Music
Popular instruments used in folk music include the acoustic guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and accordion. These instruments contribute to the unique sound of folk music by providing a warm and organic tone, creating a sense of nostalgia and storytelling, and allowing for intricate melodies and harmonies that reflect the cultural roots of the music.
Folk music is the traditional style of music for telling stories. Lyrics and acoustic instruments are important in folk music. Folk music can also be called/connected to World and Roots music.