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The
program is made possible by Martin Guitar Company, maker of acoustic guitars
since 1833 and the new Judy Collins Signature Edition. Information on
the web at www.martinguitar.com.
And by National Public Radio, on the web at www.npr.org.
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The program is free to all public radio stations for the 2004 holiday season. It is Newscast compatible. It includes one 60-second break opportunity approximately midway through program. If you are a member of the Public Radio Exchange, the program is available there - www.prx.org You may also purchase a CD from the producer for broadcast. You must notify
the producer of your plans to broadcast the program. |
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The Performers |
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JIM HENRY—The Tree Jim is known to many as a phenomenal guitar, mandolin and dobro ace. He is also a gifted singer/songwriter. He has three well-received solo releases- Into the Blue, Jacksonville and The Wayback. Jim's been a sought after studio musician and sideman who has performed with hundreds of well known regional and national acts at venues throughout US and Canada. Website: www.jimhenry.net. |
| LESLIE RITTER & SCOTT PETITO-The Bells of Christmas A performance by Leslie Ritter & Scott Petito is a heady voyage that rises as if from an ancient Celtic mist, tempering the spirit of Ritter’s dulcet tones with Petito’s fluid fret work as a living bridge of jazz-borrowing acoustic soul. Following up their critically acclaimed CD In The Slience, is their latest Circles In Sand - another gem of an album featuring songs that are contemporary yet timeless. Website: www.LeslieandScott.com. Email: Spotmuse at aol.com |  |
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MARK ERELLI—This Ain’t No Time of Year to Be Alone Mark Erelli is an award-winning singer/songwriter with three albums on the Signature Sounds label. His newest album, The Memorial Hall Recordings, is a stunning tribute to the geographical, cultural and musical landscape of New England. The Herald calls Mark Erelli "Woody Guthrie with a groove, Bruce Springsteen without the super-charged Camaro." Website: www.markerelli.com. Email:mark at markerelli.com |
| JEFF
TALMADGE—The First Day of Winter
Jeff Talmadge
is an award winning songwriter living in Austin, Texas. His CDs include
Secret Anniversaries, The Spinning of the World, and Bad
Tattoo. His next CD, Gravity, Grace and the Moon will be released
in 2003.
Website: www.jefftalmadge.com.
Email: BozartCD at aol.com.
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JOHN TWIST—Scrooge in Black and White John Twist is a cinematic songwriter who renders richly detailed vignettes delivered in a deep baritone, that by turns, rumbles, rasps, and soars. "Twist's virtuoso fretwork can't possibly do wrong" - The Salt Lake City Weekly. "Sophisticated imagery, beautiful linear melodies...a compelling urban folk style"-HipFish. His debut CD is The Vine Grows Back. Website: www.johntwist.net. Mail: PO Box 11864 Portland OR 97211. |
| PETE NELSON— You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch Pete Nelson is currently living and performing in Massachusetts, where he is a professor in the graduate writing program at Emerson College. His CDs can be purchased at www.SignatureSounds.com, and his books may be purchased at www.Amazon.com. Email: PeteNlson at aol.com |  |
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CHUY
MARTINEZ- Ezequiel Codos
Chuy Martinez
is a folklorist living in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is also the Associate
Curator of Education in the Cultural Services Department of The Albuquerque
Museum. He performs traditional music throughout the state as a solo artist
or as a member of his group Trio Los Trinos. His song is from a cassette
called Los Ninos Cantan: A Collection of Hispanic Songs for Children.
Email: chuymartinez at cabq.gov
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| CADY
FINLAYSON - Silent Night
Cady Finlayson
specializes in "spirited and soulful" Irish fiddle music. Her new CD,
Shines Like Silver is currently playing on community and NPR radio
stations nationwide.
Website:
www.violincaddy.com
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JUDY COLLINS - Let It Snow, Song for Sarajevo Judy Collins is truly the definition of a living legend. Few artists have the staying power as this music icon. She is celebrating her 40th year of recording with 37 albums, top 10 hits, Grammy nominations, and gold and platinum status. Her influence in music and politics has spread over decades. Her vocal interpretations have inspired millions. Judy has always remained a creative and vibrant artist. Website: www.judycollins.com |
| SINGERS
& SONGWRITERS OF THE JEWISH HOME IN SAN FRANCISCO + JUDITH-KATE FRIEDMAN-
Chanukah Tonight
"Chanukah
Tonight!" is one of 18 original songs and stories on Island on a Hill,
the debut CD from Singers & Songwriters of the Jewish Home in San Francisco,
average age 87, and songwriter/producer Judith-Kate Friedman. The voices
of more than 200 elders are represented on each track and in the full-color
10 page booklet that features their original artwork. Website: www.jhsf.org,
or www.judithkate.com
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KATE MACLEOD - A Holiday Song Kate MacLeod was named among the "Ten Acts to Watch" by the MusicHound Folk Essential Album Guide. Among many other things, she is a songwriter and a fiddle player. Her CDs include Trying To Get It Right (1995), Constant Emotion (1997) and Feel The Earth Spin (2001). Kate resides in Salt Lake City, UT. Website: www.katemacleod.com |
| JAMES
DURST - Holiday Invitation
Quietly
touring the planet since 1965, James has performed for audiences of all
ages in 44 countries; drawing from a rich and ever-evolving repertoire
of distinctive original and collected songs in 18+ languages that reflect
a global perspective and underscore the sense of interconnectedness we
share with all of life. James engages each disparate audience in a participatory
journey distilled from his travels. Website:www.jamesdurst.com
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MARY
GAUTHIER - Christmas in Paradise
"Filth
& Fire should establish her as one of the finest artists in the whole
alt country field." wrote Geoffrey Himes in the Washington Post.
Filth & Fire is Mary's third cd and follows her widely acclaimed
Drag Queens in Limousines. Today, Mary tours throughout the US,
and extensively in Europe where fans have named her 'The People's Heart
of Alternative Country." Website: www.marygauthier.com
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| BRUCE
GROVER - Prairie (instrumental
before "Song
For Sarajevo")
Bruce
Grover bridges the rock and folk worlds with sharp acoustic rockfolk:
guitar, cello, drums and “vocals that will put you in a trance.” (Askew
Reviews) With a new 9-song CD – Gigantic – and shows around the
Country, Bruce steps out as a solo artist after fronting the Boston rock
band little a. Website:www.brucegrover.com
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THE
PRODUCER: Paul Ingles
Paul Ingles
has been in broadcasting since 1975 and has experience as a producer,
news and sports reporter, recording engineer, editor, on-air personality,
trainer and manager. More recently, as an independent radio producer,
he has filed reports for NPR news magazines and newscasts and numerous
other public radio programs. He has produced programs on music, popular
culture, media literacy and other topics that have been distributed either
by NPR or independently to public radio stations around the world. Website:
www.paulingles.com
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Enjoy
the holiday songs of Mark Erelli, Pete Nelson, Jim Henry along with 12
others (not heard on this program) on the Signature Sounds Holiday CD
called WONDERLAND. Partial proceeds to benefit the Food Bank of
Western Massachusetts. Details at www.signaturesounds.com.
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