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Jug Band Musician Fritz Richmond
When Fritz Richmond passed away in 2005, Oregon lost one of the greatest washtub bass and jug players of all time. Fritz has been featured on dozens of albums and became famous nation-wide, playing with John Sebastian, Tom Rush and the Jim Kweskin Jug Band.
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Ukulele Player Jim D'Ville
Meet Jim D'Ville, a key figure in Oregon's ukulele revolution. Yes, a ukulele revolution is taking place in the Beaver State — especially in Portland — where dozens of aspiring musicians have rediscovered this unusual little instrument. Learn why the ukulele has surged in popularity and hear how Jim's uke fits right with his new jazz band, Caravan Gogh.
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Sculptor Kicki Masthem
Kicki Masthem is a sculptural clay artist who works out of her studio in Portland. Kicki’s clay figures explore gesture as a means of expression. The faces she creates are emotional rather than naturalistic, and often include patterned patches and additions.
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