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Mon, 21 Mar 2011 03:54:17 +0000

Chicago Calendar
Chicago CalendarFeatured 17th annual World’s Fair Memorabilia Show: The 1933/34 World’s Fair returns to Chicagoland from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 27 at the Elk Grove Holiday Inn, 1000 Busse Road, Elk Grove Village. Collectors and dealers will meet to buy, sell and trade items related to World’s Fairs from 1876 to the present. Though the main focus will be the 1933/34 Chicago World’s Fair, there …

Sweet home Chicago

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 03:53:05 +0000

Studying the chicago blues with David Barrette’s Master class I have studied Paul Butterfield this year; so photos of Paul’s original Fender Amp as well as me holding his microphone. Deep with in the Blues tradition Muddy Waters Little Walter Koko Taylor all set history in motion. Studying under Dennis Gruenling a man that really takes every inch of history serious i have learned that the harmonica is a very dynamic instrument rick in notes structure and phatt tone, studying under the sweet hand of Joe Falisko i have learned the deep roots of blues men like Big Walter Horton and to try to surprise the audience with something different here and there. Studying under David Barrette I have learned to try to be smooth and articulate softly. Studying under Howard Levy I have learned to understand music theory the circle of 5ths. Studying days with the masters of todays chicago blues style has been very rewarding and fun so here are some of my photos from those days and a little history to boot. the song Sweet home chicago is done by myself and Ralph Cove in a different style one of our own. Chicago is where most greats have gone to establish there fame leaving the cotton fields and a hard life to find there dreams and write there music. “Sweet Home Chicago” is a popular blues standard in the twelve bar form. It was first recorded and is credited to have been written by Robert Johnson.[1] Over the years the song has become one of the most popular anthems for the city of Chicago …

Cantos: A Blues Retrospecitve with Sam Lay – On Coming Up in Chicago

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:55:36 +0000

Legendary Blues drummer Sam Lay describes the early blues club scene in Chicago at the Cantos Music Foundation’s Blue Mondays All Ages Blues Jam and Workshop on February 22, 2010.

What are some of the best blues bars to visit while in Chicago?

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 04:47:11 +0000

Best Blues bar in Chicago???

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 04:48:35 +0000

Where are the best blues bars in Chicago?

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 04:47:33 +0000

I’m really into playing blues harp and want to go to Chi-town to check it out. Where do they take blues music seriously? Guitar or harp playing is what I’m looking for- safe areas are preferred.

Robert Lockwood, Jr. – Sweet Home Chicago

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:53:06 +0000

91 Year Old Blues Legend and NEA Recipient Robert Lockwood, Jr. plays live on stage at the Palace Theatre in Grapevine, Texas About The Blue Shoe Project: Students Should Experience the Blues – The Blue Shoe Project was founded to keep the blues alive by exposing students to the few blues legends still alive and able to pass on their legacy in person by teaching students about the profound impact of the blues on our music history. The Legends of the Blues and those influenced by it are aging or passing and with it their rich history and culture. These legendary figures made a profound impact on American Music and our society and students at all levels should know it, be proud of it and experience it. One of the ways we accomplish this objective is to bring Artists into the classroom for students to experience living history. Whether an industry legend, or a practicing Artist of the Blues, our Education Programs provide students a true appreciation for and a valuable understanding of the history, style, and impact of the Blues, even an opportunity to “play the Blues”. The Blue Shoe Project tailors the delivery of blues education to elementary through college students. Programs feature professional, and in some cases “legendary” musicians who are passionate about sharing their extraordinary talent and telling their inspiring stories to students of all ages. Blues is America’s Gift to the World – As a country, there is one thing we have undeniably given the world that no …

Whats the best blues bars on Chicago?

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:48:52 +0000

Me and the girlfriend going there in a month or so and i want opinions on the best blues bars and other bars as well just wanna have a good time.

Chess Records and Chicago Blues History Fair Documentary

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 03:53:16 +0000

This is a documentary produced with a friend for the Chicago History Fair. It outlines the blues’ roots and how it changed in Chicago to become what blues is known as today.

Is there a blues bar where I can take my parents (aged 60+) in Chicago, preferably North Side?

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:36:26 +0000

I’m a grad student at Northwestern. My parents are coming to visit for a few days and my dad wants to see some blues. Is there a bar or venue that I can take them to that won’t be full of young super-cool types?