WITH MARTHA REDBONE & AMERICAN PATCHWORK QUARTET
Martha Redbone is a Native and African-American vocalist, songwriter, composer and educator. She is known for her unique gumbo of folk, blues, and gospel from her childhood in Kentucky infused with the eclectic grit of pre-gentrified Brooklyn, New York. Inheriting the powerful vocal range of her gospel-singing African American father and the resilient spirit of her mother's Southeastern Cherokee/Choctaw culture, Redbone broadens the boundaries of American Roots music.
American Patchwork Quartet draws on a repertoire of centuries-old American folk songs that highlight the nation's immigrant roots. They showcase America's dynamic present by combining the diverse talents of four U.S. citizens, each with a unique cultural background. In this group, old songs are made new through creative arrangements that highlight the exceptional and well-honed skills of each member. APQ performances strive to counter pervasive prejudices around the issues of race and immigration.