Folk icon Peter Yarrow '59, of Peter, Paul and Mary, dies at 86 | Cornell Chronicle
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Musician Peter Yarrow, who co-founded the legendary folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary, drew early inspiration from his Cornell education, impacting his music career.
Yarrow majored in psychology at Cornell and was inspired by a course called Romp-n-Stomp, which shaped his understanding and approach to music activism.
Reflecting on his experiences, Yarrow mentioned that the songs sung during the Civil Rights Movement were an extension of his learnings from the Romp-n-Stomp course.
Yarrow felt a strong connection to Cornell, returning to the university for reunions and music events, highlighting its significance in his artistic journey.
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