About Border ballad
Border ballad is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom. It is usually classed as a form of English folk music and ballad.
From Wikipedia
Border ballads are a group of songs in the long tradition of balladry collected from the Anglo-Scottish border. Like all traditional ballads, they were traditionally sung unaccompanied. There may be a repeating motif, but there is no "chorus" as in most popular songs. The supernatural is a common theme in border ballads, as are recountings of raids and battles.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Border ballad.
- ↑ English folk music
- ↑ ballad
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Border ballad?
Border ballad is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom. It is usually classed as a form of English folk music and ballad.
Where and when did Border ballad originate?
Border ballad originated in United Kingdom.