The first I ever knew of Elizabeth LaPrelle was on a Mike Harding playlist when her first CD was released.
This is not auspicious.
However, playing back that broadcast for another reason altogether, I was deeply and lastingly impressed with her performance and sought out Rain & Snow instantly.
Devon Sproule recently gained the distinction of becoming the first US artist to land on the cover of fRoots this century (since Ry Cooder, in fact).
If she becomes the second I will not be surprised.
She is a perfect example of the creation music rooted in a community and with a sense of place.