It was wonderful - an amazing moment to see the two of them together, enjoying an easy rapport. Not only do Jean and Doc share a common musical heritage, they are also both extremely generous performers, supportive of other musicians, and the kind of people who can get on stage together after 40 years with no rehearsal and just have a good time.

And I hope you know, Jean, that the standing ovation when Doc walked on stage wasn't just for Doc - it was for the opportunity and privilege to see you together.

What Voyager didn't mention was that Jean received an award at this festival. Walt Michael, in presenting the award (a handmade native American flute - much more useful than yet another plaque), mentioned not only Jean's importance and influence on American folk music, but also her work against mountaintop removal in Kentucky and the other mountain states.

Dan Schatz