Dear Friends,
Which songs capture your anger, your grief, and your hope? In the 1960's, Bob Dylan's anti-war songs and civil rights anthems spoke to his generation. Who's writing the songs we need now?
“Yes, and how many years must a mountain exist
Before it is washed to the sea?
Yes, and how many years can some people exist
Before they're allowed to be free?
Yes, and how many times can a man turn his head
And pretend that he just doesn't see?”
Am I related to Bob Dylan (who was Robert Zimmerman once upon a time)? Here's Bob & Me, my musical answer.
“Two classic collections of freedom songs, We Shall Overcome (1963) and Freedom Is A Constant Struggle (1968), are reprinted here in a single edition which includes a major new introduction by the editors, words and music to songs, important documentary photographs, and scores of firsthand accounts by participants in this key movement which reshaped U.S. history.”
“The Indigenous Gardens Network (IGN) serves as a hub of collaborative, Indigenous-led land projects that aim to restore traditional gathering areas throughout Southwestern Oregon so that First Foods and plants of cultural significance can be cultivated, harvested, and made accessible to Indigenous partners. The IGN mobilizes new and existing resources in innovative ways to create project-based and experiential learning opportunities that address the urgent issues of food security, climate change, and Indigenous food sovereignty. The project represents a regional partnership that brings diverse partners together (Tribes, educators, conservation organizations) to address barriers to First Food access and cultivation.
A partnership between the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians of Oregon, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, Southern Oregon University, Vesper Meadow Education Program, and other regional partners received funding from the Oregon Cultural trust to initiate the Indigenous Gardens Network.”
In solidarity, Joy
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My next show: Thursday, August 28 – Joy Zimmerman Trio with Ryan Dugan & Andrew Stinson and special guest Hannah Dahlor, Overland Park, KS | ticket link
Joy Zimmerman is a folk and acoustic roots singer-songwriter wo creates community through music. Her latest album, Where the Light Lives, debuted at #6 on the Folk Alliance International Chart, adding to a growing list of accolades and awards. A multi-instrumentalist with a rich, clear voice, Joy blends insightful songwriting, fiddle tunes, and storytelling into performances that leave a lasting impact. Dani Goodband of Lakeside Music calls her “a show any host would line up to present.” joyzimmermanmusic.com