Oct.—Dec. 1995

In this issue

1. Greetings!
   by Murphy Hicks Henry Murphy introduces the issue and reflects on the quick passing of summer and talks more about her return to academic studies in U.S. Women's History.
   Claire Lynch Interview Inside by Murphy Hicks Henry A preview of the in-depth interview with musician Claire Lynch contained within the issue.
   Who is This "Little Lady?" by Murphy Hicks Henry A call for help identifying an unknown woman photographed playing banjo solo at a festival in 1968.
   Early Woman Dobro Player Located by Murphy Hicks Henry An account of tracking down and speaking with Peggy 'Peterson" Brain, a woman who played dobro with the Stonemans in the 1950s and worked as a studio musician.
2. Letters...
   Kate Brislin by Kate Brislin A letter from Kate Brislin talking about her new album with Katy Moffatt and her excitment for the newsletter
   Sarah Cushing by Sarah Cushing A letter from Sarah Cushing describing two bands, the Isaacs and the Larkin Family, which both had talented women instrumentalists
   Shelly Marie Crouse by Shelly Marie Crouse A letter of encouragment for the newsletter
   Rose Nickell by Rose Nickell A letter from Rose Nickell sharing a story of being pushed out of a jam and recieving sexist comments
3. “We Had a Ball Putting it Together!”
   A Note from Noteworthy by Patty Clayton A news item about the all-woman group Noteworthy and their long-distance collaboration on the album "Next Stop Weiser."
4. Spotlight on... Claire Lynch
   by Murphy Hicks Henry and Claire Lynch A lengthy interview with Claire Lynch discussing her career, balancing music with family life, her faith, and the challenges and opportunities of her solo record deals.
5. Radio Daze
   by Nancy Hicks Pate An article by Nancy Hicks Pate about the rise of "Americana" format radio stations and their positive impact on airplay for progressive bluegrass artists, including many women.
6. Ratifications
   by Casey Henry An essay by Casey Henry about her nerves preparing to perform on stage with the Lynn Morris Band.

Photos

• Unidentified, page 1. Photo: Frank Godbey and Marty Godbey. On Omeka
• Linda Erickson, Patty Clayton, page 2. Photographer unknown. On Omeka
• Claire Lynch, page 3. Photographer unknown. On Omeka