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Amy Benton uses Springfield opportunities to write music | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Randy Eccles
Published December 31, 2021 at 12:00 PM CST
Benton in doorway with guitar
Amy Benton

Area musician and writer Amy Benton writes with Nashville friends and Springfield resources like the Springfield Area Arts Council. Look for Amy Benton on your music streaming service, around town, and at AmyBenton.com.

Originally aired October 22, 2021.

City in a Song EP cover
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Arts & Life #centralIllinoisMusicSceneAmy BentonCity in a SongAmericanaSpringfield ILTaylorville ILSpringfield Area Arts Council (SAAC)Community Voices
Randy Eccles
Randy Eccles enjoys talking with community members and joining them in becoming informed citizenry. Please reach out at randy.eccles@nprillinois.org.
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