Lots of volunteering and late night jams makes it feel like I've been here a long time already even though it's just been a couple days! IBC quarter-finals wrapped up last night and though Ozark Blues Society's sponsored band, Sister Lucille Band, did not advance to the semi-finals tonight, I am happy to report our sponsored Duo, Jackie B and Me, will be giving it another go tonight in the next round. For the full report on quarter-final winners look HERE.
(You can follow ALL the action in Memphis at the Blues
.....or their Facebook page HERE
Remember, coming up in February
we have Blues in the Schools events in Farmington and Fayetteville and then March 7 we hold our annual meeting and board position elections. It's a great time to get involved! Why not check on your membership status and renew if needed to be ready to join us for the annual meeting and to be able to vote? We would love to have you join us on "the trail" as we move toward sharing the blues throughout Northwest Arkansas.
And remember you can let me know if you have any ideas, comments or additions to the calendar. Just send them to me anytime at:
~Sandy McCann
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The Ozark Blues Society will hold it's annual meeting on March 7, 2017 from 6-8pm at Foghorns in Springdale. Elections will be held for the officer positions of President and Treasurer. Officers serve for two year terms. To be included in this meeting (and to vote)
you must be a member of Ozark Blues Society so this might be a good time
to check if your membership is
current. Go HERE to sign up or update your membership.
A committee was formed at the January meeting to identify and nominate potential candidates for the board positions up for election. For
more information or to present a
potential candidate, please click below to email:
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Please enjoy the following listings comprised of bands, venues, and/or organizations supportive of Ozark Blues Society. Always check with individual venues for event details and schedule changes.
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2.3
- Full House for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- The Odds at JJ's Grill and Chill on Dickson in Fayetteville
- The Taylors at 211 Cafe in in Bentonville
- Keith Nicholson at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Gary Hutchison at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fort Smith
- International Blues Challenge semi-finals on Beale Street in Memphis
2.4
- Pearson Brothers and Judge Parker at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Rick at Ramo d' Olivio in Bentonville
- Photosphere at Bike Rack Brewing in Bentonville
- International Blues Challenge Finals at the Orpheum Theater in Memphis
2.08
- Brick Fields Blues Therapy at Bears Place in Fayetteville
- Vinyl Night 80's at Bike Rack Brewing in Bentonville
2.09
- Copelin Bates at Dickson Street Pub in Fayetteville
2.10
- Oreo Blue and Friends and Joe Giles for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Samantha Fish at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Randy Soller at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Rockabilly Rock and Roll Dance Party at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Keith Nicholson at JJ's Grill and Chill in Bella Vista
2.11
- Stanley Jordan at The Founders Room in Alma
Mark Your Calendar
- 3/10 Roy Clark at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- 3/17 Ghost Town Blues Band at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
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On this day
in Blues History
February 3
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Today’s show features music performed by Muddy Waters and B.B. King
Read more at: http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/s/sonnyterry211910.html
You have to open your mind. I like the ability to express myself in a deep way. It's the closest music to our humanity - it's like a folk music that rises up out of a culture.
Read more at: http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/s/sonnyterry211910.html
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"I was always singing the way I felt, and maybe I didn't exactly know it, but I just didn't like the way things were down there-in Mississippi."
I was always singing the way I felt, and maybe I didn't exactly know it, but I just didn't like the way things were down there-in Mississippi.
Read more at: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/m/muddy
Muddy Waters
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Blues Education Supporters
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Thanks to the following for their support of blues education.
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Check Out these regular local radio programs
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"The Generic Blues Show" hosted by Paul Kelso airs every Friday night at 9pm on KUAF 91.3FM
Rockin' Hog Radio presents "Sunday Morning Blues" from 8am to 10am every Sunday
LINK
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Get Involved with the Ozark Blues Society
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Annual membership levels begin at $15 and give you so much in return, including meeting new friends while enjoying the best blues artists in the area.
By being a member of The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas, you are helping to support the Arts and to preserve the Original American Art Form known as The Blues.
Membership Benefits Include:
Weekly E-newsletter
Opportunities to win tickets to events
VIP seating at events (when available)
Discounts on OBS merchandise
Social networking – meeting other people who also love the blues
Opportunities to volunteer on OBS committees and at events
Ability to attend board meetings and vote on upcoming organizational issues and elections
Visit our Website to renew or join! Ozarkbluessociety.org
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