Peter Yarrow

Peter Yarrow (born May 31, 1938) is an American singer and songwriter who found fame as a member of the 1960s folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary. Yarrow co-wrote (with Leonard Lipton) one of the group's best known hits, "Puff, the Magic Dragon". He is also a political activist and has supported causes that range from opposition to the Vietnam War to school anti-bullying programs.

Peter Yarrow
Yarrow in 2008
Background information
Born (1938-05-31) May 31, 1938
New York City, US
GenresFolk
Occupation(s)
  • Singer-songwriter
  • guitarist
  • record producer
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • guitar
Years active1950s-present
Member of
  • Peter and Noel Paul (2009–present)
Formerly of
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