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Minnesota Women of Song

Minnesota Women of Song is an original feature produced by Joni Peterson for WTIP. Each capsule shines a spotlight on the many contributions by women musicians in every genre. Hear this feature on North Shore Morning, North Shore Weekend and Scenic Route.

February 10, 2023
Minnesota Women of Song #18 – Kate MacKenzie

Song capsule #18 highlights grammy-nominated Twin Cities-based musician Kate MacKenzie. Produced by Joni Peterson, Minnesota Women of Song is a WTIP original feature heard on North Shore Morning and Scenic Route.

February 10, 2023
Minnesota Women of Song #17 – Laura MacKenzie

Song capsule #17 spotlights the multifaceted Laura MacKenzie – Celtic musician, singer, teacher, theatre producer, and more. Produced by Joni Peterson, Minnesota Women of Song is a WTIP original feature heard on North Shore Morning and Scenic Route.

June 2, 2022
Minnesota Women of Song #16 – Davina and the Vagabonds

Song capsule #16 showcases the jazzy blues of Davina and the Vagabonds. Produced by Joni Peterson, Minnesota Women of Song is a WTIP original feature heard on North Shore Morning and Scenic Route.

May 12, 2022
Minnesota Women of Song #15 – Nancy Harms, Laura Underwood and Leslie Vincent

Three jazz performers from small-town Minnesota are featured in this segment of Minnesota Women of Song: Nancy Harms, Laura Underwood and Leslie Vincent. Produced by Joni Peterson for WTIP, Minnesota Women of Song is funded by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

April 20, 2022
Minnesota Women of Song #14 – Maude Hixson

St. Paul jazz performer Maude Hixson is the focus of this Minnesota Women of Song. Hixson performs both as a solo artist and with the group French 75. This series is produced by Joni Peterson for WTIP and is funded by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

April 8, 2022
Minnesota Women of Song #13

Joni Peterson looks at the musical careers of two great Minnesota songwriters–Tina Schlieske of Tina and B-Sides and Chastity Brown.

March 5, 2022
Minnesota Women of Song #12

Joni shares musical snippets from a number of North Shore performers.

February 3, 2022
Minnesota Women of Song #11 Duluth Performers Part II

Minnesota Women of Song is produced for WTIP by Joni Peterson. #11 continues her look at performers in Duluth, MN.

January 3, 2022
Minnesota Women of Song #10 Duluth Performers Part I

Minnesota Women of Song is produced by Joni Peterson. #10 features singers and songwriters from Duluth!

December 30, 2021
Minnesota Women Of Song #9 Lady Spruce, Sprig of That, OK Factor

Minnesota Women of Song is an original feature produced by Joni Peterson for WTIP. In #9 learn more about the groups Lady Spruce, Sprig of That and The OK Factor.

December 3, 2021
Minnesota Women Of Song #8 Cynthia Johnson and more!

Minnesota Women of Song is produced for WTIP by Joni Peterson. In this capsule, Joni profiles some well known African American female performers who share a Minnesota connection.

November 3, 2021
Minnesota Women Of Song #7 Superior Siren and Reina del Cid

Minnesota Women of Song is an original feature produced by Joni Peterson for WTIP. In this capsule, Joni profiles the artists Superior Siren and Reina del Cid.

October 20, 2021
Minnesota Women Of Song #6 Courtney Yasmineh, Caitlyn Smith

Minnesota Women of Song is an original feature produced by Joni Peterson for WTIP. #6 features pop singer songwriters Courtney Yasmineh and Caitlyn Smith.

October 3, 2021
Minnesota Women of Song #5 Connie Evingson

Segment #5 of Minnesota Women of Song profiles jazz artist Connie Evingson.

September 15, 2021
Minnesota Women of Song #4 Prudence Johnson

Minnesota Women of Song is produced by Joni Peterson. This segment features the music of Prudence Johnson.

September 3, 2021
Minnesota Women of Song #3 Steele Sisters

Minnesota Women of Song #3 spotlights the Jazz harmonies of the Steele Sisters. This is an original feature produced by Joni Peterson.

August 3, 2021
Minnesota Women of Song #2 Judy Garland

Minnesota Women of Song is produced Joni Peterson for WTIP. #2 shares the musical career of Minnesota’s own Judy Garland.

July 3, 2021
Minnesota Women of Song #1 Spotlight on Summer

Welcome to Minnesota Women of Song with Joni Peterson–spotlighting the many contributions of Minnesota women in all genres of music. This segment features Lucy Michelle and the Velvet Lapels and more!