Ralph Rinzler (1934-1994)
Article Abstract:
Folklorist Ralph Rinzler is recognized for organizing the Festival of American Folklife which has become an annual event at the Smithsonian Institution. Rinzler studied at Swarthmore College and Middlebury College before becoming the head of the Office of Folklife Programs. he was also a member of the American Folklore Society and produced recordings titled 'Folkways: A Vision Shared' and 'Roots of Rhythm and Blues.'
Publication Name: Journal of American Folklore
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0021-8715
Year: 1995
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Tradition
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Tradition is a dynamic social element that is both a process and a resource out of which a society builds its future. It evolves as the society that creates it develops, thus it is inseparably linked to history and culture. Its continuity is interrupted only when an outside power imposes its will on that society, thereby forcing it to create something that is not out of the society's own will.
Publication Name: Journal of American Folklore
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0021-8715
Year: 1995
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