A country music singer has made a rare public appearance since the death of her husband three years ago. Kellie Pickler appeared on Monday night’s episode of “American Idol” to perform a duet of Martina McBride’s “A Broken Wing” with contestant Hannah Harper,

Kellie Pickler fans who enjoyed her American Idol performance on Monday (May 4) will also appreciate the moment’s deeper meaning.

Pickler performed with current semifinalist Hannah Harper, as the pair teamed up to sing Martina McBride’s “A Broken Wing.”