Featuring: Arthuretta Holmes Martin Heart-Felt Activist, Singer of Life & Beyond, Storyteller I barely got to know Arthuretta Holmes Martin. I heard one story, and I wanted to hear them all. Due to events being virtual, the blessing came to enjoy her wisdom. And, oh what wisdom and insights! From the Maryland Humanities and onwardContinue reading “Cap’s Off to You!-Arthuretta Holmes Martin (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”
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Cap’s Off to You!-Diane Wolkstein (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story
Featuring: Diane Wolkstein Revivalist, Story-Gatherer, & Storyteller Diane Wolkstein jumped into storytelling as early as the 1960s…and even then I would believe her upbringing and background could put her much earlier in the art. She was a professional storyteller before the National Storytelling Festival existed and was key in collecting stories and creating the foundationContinue reading “Cap’s Off to You!-Diane Wolkstein (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”
Cap’s Off to You!-Ray Hicks (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story
Featuring: Ray Hicks Traditional Teller, Gentle Giant, Storyteller Ray Hicks is unforgettable. Back in 2000, I got to hear him tell at the National Storytelling Festival. The tent was full so the front rows could not be taken. I could stand back and watch him and the rest of the audience. I had read soContinue reading “Cap’s Off to You!-Ray Hicks (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”