Red Yarn (aka Andy Furgeson) is a dynamic family performer based in Portland, Oregon who weaves folksongs and puppetry into engaging shows for all ages. With his energetic performances and lush folk-rock recordings, this red-bearded bard reinvigorates American folklore for younger generations.
Andy Furgeson is a musician, puppeteer and educator from Austin, Texas, based in Portland since 2005. After several years working in afterschool and playing in grown-up bands, Furgeson created his Red Yarn persona in 2010 to combine his passions for music, education and folklore. Since then, he has performed 250+ shows per year, toured nationally with his family band, taught music and puppetry to thousands of students, and touched the lives of countless families with his shows, albums and videos.
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