After her set at the Green Parrot Festival in Cologne, Germany, Appalachian musician Martha Spencer shares her journey growing up in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains and her deep-rooted connection to traditional music and dance. In this interview, Carol and Kikki ask Martha about everything from her beginnings in a family band to her experiences as a musician and as an instructor.

Tune in to hear Martha reflect with us on carrying forward Appalachian traditions, passing on the lessons she learned in her community, and most importantly: building bridges through music in every way she can.

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Created and produced by Carol B. Rebbel (2025)

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