Mike Seeger

The third of a musically gifted set of siblings including sister Peggy Seeger and half brother Pete, Mike Seeger established himself in his own right as a prolific performer and a valuable archivist of traditional American music forms. From 1958 to 1979 Seeger directed the New Lost City Ramblers, a performance collective devoted to the musical artifacts of the traditional American South. In the eyes of many, however, Seeger is at his best in solo performances when his wit resounds and his compassion inspires.