Under the Maple is thrilled to announce a return performance by this popular trio. Annie Patterson, Mary Witt, and Ann Percival are DEAR ELLA, a trio from Western Massachusetts. Their repertoire includes a mix of Folk, Blues, Swing, and Gospel with 3-part harmony, plus guitar, ukulele, banjo, bass and snare drum. Dear Ella love singing about themes of love and peace and social justice, to name a few. The band’s name, inspired by Ella Fitzgerald, is a nod to the many women singers who have inspired them. Singing in harmony is something these three highly accomplished musicians have been doing their whole lives. Now, as “Dear Ella”, Ann, Mary & Annie bring their individual musicianship and talents together to form a dynamic trio. Come sing with them, dance to their songs, and enjoy their uplifting and beautiful harmonies with guitars, ukelele, bass, snare drum and banjo. Peace and social justice are strong themes throughout their repertoire and mission, bringing people together through harmony and understanding.