Wednesday, August 03, 2005

Hedy West: obituary

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Hedy West
Nitty-gritty singer of the folk revival

Hedy West, folk-singer, banjoist, musician and political activist: born Cartersville, Georgia 6 April 1938; died 3 July 2005.

Hedy West was part of the music-making phenomenon known in Europe as the folk revival. Unlike most of her American compatriots, who came to Europe to tour, see the sights and go home, she spent lengthy periods in Europe, including several years in Britain.

from The Independent 03/08/05



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1 comment:

Jude said...

loving following your blog. How long are you in London. Roie is on a train across europe heading back to London - thought she might be able to catch up woth you. She will be heading for Oxford to see her cousing in the next few days... Will email your gmail... I hear there are more threats in London... be blood careful....
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