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Marta Richardson

 

F E A T U R E D   R E V I E W S  O F 
R I C H A R D S O N ' S  C D: 
M Y S T I C   C A N T I C L E  
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"An album of substance and somber beauty . . . sweet and fierce, dark and bright, restful and adventurous. "

 - Alli Marshall, Mountain Express, Asheville NC

 

" A wonderful concept album . . . a variety of sound and texture . . .  from lush orchestration to simple keyboard and violin." - David Ford Interview on Triad Arts Weekend NPR Station 88.5 WFDD ​

"Mystic Canticle's subtle brilliance emanates peace and healing, blessings and tranquility, encouragement to the listener that all is well with their soul."- Carole Perkins, NC freelance writer

N E W S

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When folks ask me how long I’ve been playing, I hesitate to answer. Surely by now I should have perfected my craft. Correct? Not exactly. Older musicians have the challenge of maintaining their skills. But we also have the advantage of experience and the skill set to maneuver through various environments and situations. Hopefully we know how to connect with our audience, treat others well, take care of ourselves, protect our work. Older artists also have the ability to help others, especially those younger, to come into their own. We can advocate for others as well as ourselves. I have not mastered any of these concepts, but I am intentionally pursuing them. 
 

My 25 year public school teaching career has come to a close. I adore my students and my colleagues. I cannot imagine my life without them. But I know it’s  time to let someone else step up and continue the work. I also know that I will continue to find ways to advocate for underserved children. 

And lastly, after a very long break, I have plugged back into a church and loving it! I am at Gate City Vineyard and play there often.  You can also find me playing open mic at Oden Brewery on a Sunday evening. (Church? Bar? Yep, I figure He can show up anywhere!)

                                                                                    - Marta

EVENTS
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August 8   7:30PM

Mark Ficks & the Significant Others

Joymongers Brewing Company

Eugene Street Greensboro NC

June 8

Performing with Charles Graves

Dunleath Porchfest

Greensboro NC

 

June 1   7:30PM

Mark Ficks & the Significant Others

Joymongers Brewing Company

Eugene Street Greensboro NC

April 23     7-10 PM

Playing with Mark Ficks and the Significant Others

Grandover Hotel and Resort

Greensboro NC

April 20     6-9 PM

Playing with Mark Ficks and the Significant Others

State Street Wine Company

Greensboro NC

April 19      6-9 PM

Playing with Mark Ficks and the Significant Others

Grandover Hotel and Rsort

Greensboro NC

March 23   7-10 PM

Mark Ficks and the Significant Others

State Street Wine Company

Greensboro

March 19     8-10 PM

Playing with Mark Ficks

Greensboro Marriott Downtown

Greene Street Greensboro

March 2   7:30PM

Cory Leutjen and The Traveling Blues Band

Garage Tavern

Greensboro NC

 

March 1   7:30PM

Mark Ficks & the Significant Others

Joymongers Brewing Company

Eugene Street Greensboro NC

February   6:30PM

Kris Ferris

Bitters Social House

Greensboro NC

Press

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March 2024

YES Weekly

Mark Ficks and Significant Others Play at State Street Wine Company

 

June 2022

Featured in Greensboro News and Record 's Meet A Musician. Interviewed by Robert C. Lopez.

June 2022

O.Henry Magazine's June issue

Featured as the "Gate City Muse of Music". 

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