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24 VERMONT MAGAZINE
The performer at the
heart of WinterWon-
derWomen (WWW)
is Bridget Law, a fiddle
player who has been
steeped in bluegrass
music since childhood.
In a conversation with
bluegrass artist Ida Mae
Specker, she explains
the deeper beginnings
of the phenomenon.
Ida Mae: WWW grew out of a natural
opportunity in that the festival was already
attracting female musicians with the
instinct to collaborate. Now that WWW
is an established part of the festival, has its
existence attracted more female musicians
and female fans to the festivals?
Bridget: “I sure hope so! We certainly put
extra thought into curating a lineup that
features talented female musicians and
encourage them to participate in the
WWW sets. Most of them are excited
to do so! I have noticed more and more
female players and attendees joining in at
the public pick as well. I hope we are
creating a welcoming environment for
feminine expression!”
Ida Mae: You have been in the bluegrass
scene for 17 years. Bluegrass, along with
most music, is a predominantly male
genre. What was it was like for you to
grow up and evolve as an artist, as a young
woman in that environment? How has that
experience influenced you to become the
supporter, connecter, and leader of women
that you are now?
Bridget: “Women are often significantly
outnumbered, especially on the stage in
the music business, but that to me says
there is opportunity! It’s important to me
to be able to play well and be at par
musically with the men in the scene while
also bringing something unique to the
experience. I think our culture is more
intrigued by tenderness and vulnerability
in music than we have been in the past,
which leaves an open door for some more
feminine expression in music. Quality is
important to me and I seek out women
who are bringing high-quality talent and
originality to their craft. When I meet
someone who has that going then I look
around for opportunities to bring their
talents forward, as many have done for me
throughout my career.”
Ida Mae: Being in a male-dominated
profession that will sometimes be blatant
about limited opportunities for women,
have you ever felt like you had to be
competitive with other women, because of
the scarcity of opportunities?
Bridget: “I grew up competing in fiddle
competitions, and even then I avoided the
emotions around competition by being
friends with everyone! There’s room for
all of us to be great! In fact, I find that the
more women there are at the festival, the
more fun and balanced the energy feels.
Collaboration, playfulness, and support are
feelings I nurture for other women in my
surroundings. I believe if I focus on those
things, then that is what will grow and not
the alternative (competitiveness).
Ida Mae: Can you see WWW becoming
a touring super-group? Does the mission
extend beyond performances?