Author Archive: Katherine Rhoda

Marxophone, violin-guitar, voice, more, much more... Fostering authentic human connection through music

Back to work!

I’ve had a busy but low-key few months, dealing with breast cancer, fortunately caught early. I just finished radiation treatments this week. My prognosis is excellent, and I’m very grateful for the excellent support and care I’ve received! I had…
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Meeting what comes…

Early detection saves lives! Thanks to my routine annual mammogram, I’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, fortunately caught early. I’m unafraid, hopeful of full recovery, and very grateful for health coverage and excellent care! This development has derailed my near…
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Songs of Women’s Suffrage

Inspired by this summer’s programming at the Parsonsfield-Porter Historical Society, focused on the 100th anniversary of Maine’s ratification of the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution, which granted women the vote, I’m excited to be working on learning historical songs…
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Reflections from England

The past season, in addition to concert performances, I continued and expanded my community-oriented musical work serving faith communities, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and adult day programs, and emceeing open stages on the island of Monhegan and in Hiram,…
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Summer plans

I’m home after a great month on Monhegan (where this photo was taken a few years ago), and looking forward to plenty more community-oriented music this summer. While also seeking other gigs, I’ve offered my services as a guest musician…
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