Story of the Blues

"The Story of the Blues Part I: The origins"

Tércio Freire and João Godinho, explain the role of the Blues in slavery and segregation law in the USA.

"The Story of the Blues II: The Electrification of the Blues"

Tércio Freire and João Godinho talk about the "electrification" of the blues in the 1950s, what led to it and what styles it influenced.

Conversations between the audience and the musicians who will give musical examples during the talks.

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05 July, friday

18h30 - “The Story of the Blues I: The Origins” - Boutique Hotel

06 July, saturday

18h30 - “The Story of the Blues II: The Electrification of the Blues” - Boutique Hotel