Where is folk music from?

Folk music is a genre that originates in traditional music and is passed on from generation to generation. It can be traced back to the earliest forms of music-making, with roots in various cultures around the world. Folk music is often characterized by its use of traditional instruments, local languages, and storytelling lyrics that reflect the culture and history of a region. Examples include traditional Irish folk, Chinese folk music, and Appalachian folk in the United States.