Ma Rainey’s Living Tradition of the Blues

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Ma Rainey’s Living Tradition of the Blues featuring **Beareather Reddy** on vovals, **Charlie Apicella** on guitar/banjo, **Avery Sharpe** on bass, and **Steve Johns** on drums frames Gertrude Pritchett – a.k.a. Ma Rainey – as a trail-blazing American composer and band leader. Known as the "Mother of the Blues," Rainey significantly shaped the blues genre by blending vaudeville and authentic Southern blues traditions through her powerful vocals, engaging stage presence and storytelling, capturing the experiences of Black life during segregation. Her bold themes of struggle and resilience and independent personality resonated with audiences and influenced generations. The concert features an exploration of Ma Rainey's classics, designed to entertain and educate with audience members taking a journey through her repertoire while discovering the musical, historical, and cultural significance of her work. The performance includes vibrant renditions of well-known tunes that showcased Rainey's mastery of the blues. **VIDEO https://youtu.be/-LaEB5Xihuw?si=cw3jk33Yje9Pfkcm** Beer, wine, sake, food, snacks, refreshments are available If you require ADA access, please let us know 24 hours in advance by emailing: [email protected] \--- FAQ on tickets, seating, students, photography/video, parking, ADA and more can be found at TheLocalSaugerties.com