Peoples Music Network

The People's Music Network for Songs of Freedom and Struggle, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that serves as a network of musicians, activists, songwriters, concert producers, sound engineers, and others, who use music and culture to promote progressive ideas and values. Founded in 1977 by Pete Seeger and Charlie [King (folksinger)|Charlie King], the organization has two gatherings each year, one in upstate New [York (state)|New York] in early June, and one in late January in various cities. The gatherings serve to provide networking opportunities for artists and activists, offering workshops on various topics, a Round Robin where each participant can perform one song for all others, and a loosely structured "Songs of the Spirit" session where inspiring a capella songs are sung.