Quartette

The return of Quartette to the festival marks the rebirth of the group following the passing of Colleen Peterson. The original members of the group-Colleen, Sylvia Tyson, Caitlin Hanford and Cindy Church-first performed at the festival in 1994. Now, Gwen Swick has joined to complete the foursome.

With their eight feet firmly rooted in country, the women regularly step into other styles-from R&B to Cajun and gospel. They all bring individual perspectives. Each singer is a performer in her own right-the three original members have at least 20 years of experience apiece, and Swick only a little less.

Tyson's work stretches back into the early '60s when she teamed with Ian Tyson to produce such classics as "Four Strong Winds" and "You Were On My Mind." Church has also performed with Tyson, as well as the Great Western Orchestra. Hanford also sings with her Adobe Brothers band. Swick's background is extensive, and she adds rock and blues flavors to her country mix.

Backing up Quartette are Rick Whitelaw on guitar and Randy Kempf on bass.