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Garcia Lorca was an internationally renowned poet and playwright whose works include the play "Blood Wedding", "Gypsy Ballads" and "Poet in New York".

From Reuters • Nov. 3, 2022

Ballads over bangers and on-stage slips, the biggest moments and performances from this year's Brits.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2022

“It’s super evident during the album: the songs are different. There’s a lot of rock. And there are clear country references as well. Ballads, boleros.”

From New York Times • Oct. 7, 2021

Ballads are a staple of country music, which prides itself on capturing deep personal emotion and storytelling.

From Washington Post • Aug. 24, 2020

Inside is a book of piano music called Boogies, Ballads, and Beats.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper