As some may know, Kites and Strings has been pleasantly surprised when learning that the podcast has found success in varous cities and locales.  Ashburn, which is situated in Loudon County, Virginia is one example. This sent use exploring those areas to find creative types and  in and around Ashburn.

We found Tracy Hamlin and  both Catherine and Steve have since, spent time listening to her music and getting a sense of who she is.  First, Tracy is a singer with an amazing resume and we learned in our discussion that she started singing and touring at a bery very young age, and that she was a backup singer for the disco queen, Gloria Gaynor.  SInce, as a solo performer she's has honed her songwriting chops, has produced, and even started her own record label in addition to touring the world.  Most impressively, she still takes time to inspire and assist at-risk youth and to mentor young musicians.  She’s a joy and you will soon find that regardless of obstacles and barriers, grabbing her string and flying her kite is just what she does.