Lomax Archive

The Lomax Archive is a digital collection of recordings from John Lomax and his son Alan Lomax, who were pioneering musicologists. They traveled across the United States in the early to mid-20th century, recording traditional folk, blues, and rural music from diverse communities. This archive preserves these historical audio recordings, providing valuable insight into American musical heritage. It's widely used by researchers, musicians, and educators to study and appreciate the rich, diverse roots of America's musical traditions.