Peter Yarrow

About the Author

Peter Yarrow is a legendary folk musician, songwriter, and activist whose career spans over five decades, most notably as a founding member of the iconic trio Peter, Paul and Mary. Born in 1938 in New York City, Yarrow's passion for music and social justice ignited early, leading him to co-write timeless anthems like 'Puff, the Magic Dragon' and 'Light One Candle.' His work with the group not only topped charts and won multiple Grammys but also amplified voices for civil rights, peace, and environmental causes during turbulent times. Beyond performing, Yarrow has dedicated himself to education and philanthropy, founding Operation Respect to foster kindness in schools. In 'Peter Paul and Mary: Fifty Years in Music and Life,' he chronicles the trio's enduring legacy, blending personal anecdotes with reflections on music's power to inspire change. Yarrow continues to tour, advocate, and create, embodying the spirit of folk's humanistic roots.