Mrs. Tucker was the youngest of a large family.

Mrs. Tucker nodded her head without surprise, and we broke away, heading for the car.

Mrs. Tucker has also tried to provide less pragmatic but similarly vital services.

"I asked her to do a program here at the library and it was very successful," Mrs. Tucker said.

And despite the job description, Mrs. Tucker has always worked more than part-time, but by all accounts her efforts have been highly successful.

"So far, it looks about the same this year as last," Mrs. Tucker said.

"I bring authentic instruments, so teachers have a chance to hear the real sound," Mrs. Tucker said later.

"It was produced with urban areas in mind," Mrs. Tucker said.

Mrs. Tucker gives workshops around the country, but, she said, she spends most of her time on publishing.

"First of all, how well did you know Mrs. Tucker?"