ArtPlay Presents: Roots Music, An Intro to the Blues

What tunes inspired your favorite musicians? Where did that beat in your favorite rock song originate? What is the blues? » This interactive music experience for the whole family shines a light on how the blues and Americana came to be such beloved music genres. Featuring the music of Bo Diddley, Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry and Blind Boy Johnson, this performance isn’t just a delight for your ears, but also a real treat for the historian in all of us. Each song is a history lesson. » Spend a little time exploring the blues with Bruce Andrews on harmonica and vocals, George Dudley on guitar, Dave Gowens on percussion, Jack Dudley on bass and Steve Ramos on drums. These wonderful musicians and teaching artists are true storytellers. You won’t be singing the blues when you leave this performance of ArtPlay Presents Roots Music.