“Silkies, Sailors and Lady Pirates: Women and the Maritime”
Musician and folklorist Kelly Armor presents a lively mix of tunes and tales about women and the age of sail. Folk songs present a fascinating window on the lives of everyday people and sea shanties are no exception. Listen to ballads and work songs that document women's relationships with sailors and the women rebels who crossed gender lines to work aboard ships. Kelly is a storyteller, folklorist, and musician with a passion to share the beauty and history of folk music.