Vlaamse Volksliederen / Vlaamse Volksdansen

Released in 1964, this recording serves as a historical document of the Belgian folk music revival of the mid-20th century. It was self-produced by Volkskunstgroep Boerke Naas, a traditional dance and music ensemble based in Sint-Niklaas, to preserve and disseminate the regional heritage of Flemish folk songs and dance music. At the time, such private pressings were common among cultural preservation groups aiming to maintain local customs against the rising tide of international pop music.

The album reflects the pedagogical and cultural mission of the ensemble, which sought to maintain the authenticity of Flemish traditions through performance and instruction. As a self-released project with the catalog number bn 1, it was intended primarily for use within the group's performance circuit and for distribution to regional folk enthusiasts. While it lacks a high-profile design pedigree, the cover art and selection of tracks illustrate a sincere attempt to curate a representative collection of the era's traditional Flemish repertoire.