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Sculptor Dorothy Baker

She creates “ladies with attitude.” And even though Dorothy Baker isn’t of ethnic ancestry herself, all of her sculptures depict the grace and power of African women. We visit Dorothy Baker in her studio and see her sculpt one of her African figures.

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Painter and Songwriter Dennis McGregor

His paintings for the Sisters Quilt Show and Rodeo have made him something of a local celebrity in central Oregon. But when Dennis McGregor won the Sisters Folk Festival song writing contest, he surprised everyone, including himself. Meet a guy with a heap of talent and discover why he has such a soft spot in his heart for his hometown.

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Portland Sacred Harp

Portland Sacred Harp isn't a harp at all, it's a singing group. Dating to the early 1800s, shape note singing is a uniquely American musical tradition that brings communities together through four-part harmonies, with songs that can be boisterous or reverent. Locally, Portland Sacred Harp preserves this cultural heritage through its regular “singings” and Sacred Harp conventions.

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