Idaho Musicians Share Songs Inspired by the Gem State
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June 26, 2026 1:00 AM
Music has lifted the spirit of the Gem State's people since long before Idaho was named a territory. It has been a touchstone to our past while enriching our lives.
In "Idaho in Song, Volume 2," from our local history series Idaho Experience, we explore our state's history through music. Beth Pederson starts us out with a beautiful tune called “Idaho,” inspired by a misconception about the origin of the state’s name. Historian Keith Petersen sets that story straight with a tale of 19th-century lore invented out of cultural appropriation.
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