This event will be a little different, as our friend Kerry Kearney will be narrating and sharing a bit about the evolution of blues music to what is now known as bluegrass. The origins of bluegrass and the blues are fascinating and intertwined with American musical heritage. The blues came before bluegrass, emerging from the experiences of African Americans in the Mississippi Delta region. Blues music reflects the struggles, emotions, and stories of the African American community, often accompanied by soulful vocals and simple instrumentation. Blending elements from various genres, including gospel, country, and blues, created the distinct bluegrass sound. It introduced a new form of traditional country music characterized by hard-driving acoustic instruments and high vocal harmonies. Join us on Sunday April 6th as we navigate the journey with music and stories, and showcasing some of Kerry Kearney’s guitar collection. Also performing we welcome LI blues artist Kane Daily, bluegrass will be represented by The Mountain Maidens, Martha Trachtenberg, and Chic Voorhis.
