For any blues fan who follows the International Blues Challenge (whether you attend or not) the phrase "The Road to Memphis" probably jumps right out as a common phrase used to ramp up support of IBC bound bands and solo/duo artists. Well, the road from Northwest Arkansas to Memphis may be shorter than many must endure on their way to the International Blues Challenge but it is by no means an inexpensive trip for a budding blues musician or band. Ozark Blues Society has a long-standing history of providing our winners above average support but we couldn't do it without you! Please consider if this is something that fits your end of the year giving plans. You may support our local winnners by donating directly to Ozark Blues Society or through the various fundraisers scheduled. The Divas on Fire also have a GoFundMe set up you can read more about below. In a little over a month our Northwest Arkansas winners will be packing their equipment to take on the challenge of a lifetime! Keep reading for more information on how you can help!
Also, it's just a week away...please don't overlook supporting the Fayetteville Senior Center Christmas Party on December 17th. We'll get to hear some great blues and soul from the Leah Spears-Blackmon and the Mojo Doctor's Duo then the night will end with a Christmas sing-along. Why not come by and enjoy the music and good company!
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~Sandy McCann
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Opportunity to Support the Divas on Fire
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The Divas on Fire now have a GoFundMe page. Please check out how you can help send these ladies and their band to Memphis!
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Merry Christmas to Fayetteville Senior Citizens
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Ozark Blues Society is excited to share that we are partnering with the Fayetteville Senior Center to help host their Christmas Party. Blues for Christmas? Well, historically blues music was a way to express discontent, but for this party we are pulling out the stops and it will be FUN! The party wil l be held from 6-8pm on Thursday, December 17th, with music for the evening provided by Leah Spears-Blackmon and her Mojo Doctor's Duo. We will wrap up the party with a carol sing-along. Young people from the Camp War Eagle Ozone program will share their commitment to community outreach and join us. If you think this sounds like fun and you would like to help make it a success, please email Cheryl Canfield at canfiel@uark.edu for more information. |
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Road to Memphis Fundraiser
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Ozark Blues Society is excited to announce our Road to Memphis Concert and Fundraiser is scheduled! We are privileged to have the support of the Downtown Bentonville Inc, the 21c Museum Hotel, and and The Clorox Company.
Keep watching for more information!
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Support Your NWA Representatives on the Road to IBC in Memphis!
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This is so important I am including the current information again this week.
The Divas on Fire will be hosting several fundraiser. Mark your calendar for one of the hottest nights to be found in January when the Divas host Happy Hour on January 8, 2016 at George's Majestic Lounge. Proceeds from this fundraiser will go 100% to support the immense effort required to fund the cost of taking an 11-piece group to Memphis for IBC. Regional folks, keep an eye on the Divas Facebook Page as rumor has it there will be some chances to come out and support the Divas...maybe in YOUR neighborhood! Secondly, there will be a fundraiser to support the Ozark Blues Society's contributions toward sponsoring the IBC acts. This event will feature the Jimmy Wayne Garrett and two other bands and will be held January 23, 2016 at 21c Museum Hotel. Take my word for it, if you have not attended one of our events at the 21c Hotel in Bentonville you are missing a fun, fun night! Why not book a room and make it even more of a night to remember! Keep a watch on this newsletter for more information. Of course you may always share your support by donating through our website directly or via Facebook! There will also be some fun ways to give painlessly through silent auctions and other events, some of which will benefit the artists directly. Keep watching!
Don't forget to follow our winners on their journeys!
Solo/Duo Winner:
Jimmy
Wayne
Garrett
Band Winner:
Divas On Fire
Perhaps you want to make plans to go cheer them on at the IBC in Memphis! Remember, special rate rooms are available through the
Tickets can be bought as a pass that includes all the competition events or individually as wristbands on Beale Street and in the participating clubs each night of quarter and semi finals. If available after pass sales, tickets may be bought for Saturday's finals at the Orpheum Theatre. Check out IBC Tickets HERE. |
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Music Calendar
12/11-12/19
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12.11
- Ultra Suede and 1oz Jig for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Claudia Burson Quartet at The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Winter Concert in Fayetteville
- Brick Fields at the Tontitown Winery in Tontitown
- Keith Nicholson Trio at JJ's Grill and Chill in Bella Vista
12/12
- Claudia Burson and Ben Harris for Play it Forward at The Walmart Museum in Bentonville
- Matt Smith and Ocie Fisher at Chelsea's Cafe in Eureka Springs
- Annual Christmas Party and Jam Session at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
- Mark Bokun and Buddy Shute at Low Gap Cafe in Ponca
12.13
- Claudia Burson at Copelands of New Orleans in Rogers
12.15
- Buddy Shute and the Motavatas at Bear's Place in Fayetteville
- Jed Clampit at Pesto Cafe in Fayetteville
12.16
- Blues Therapy with Brick Fields at Bear's Place in Fayetteville
12.18
- The Cate Brothers Band and Steve Pryor for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
Mark Your Calendar
- 12.31 Chris Cameron/New Years Bash at The Founders Room in Alma
- 12.31 New Year's Eve Bash at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
- 01.08 Divas On Fire Happy Hour Fundraiser at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- 01.23 Ozark Blues Society Road to Memphis Fundraiser at 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville
- 01.23 Duo Sonics for Play it Forward at The Walmart Museum in Bentonville
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In this issue: 12/11/2015
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On this day
in Blues History
December 11
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Today’s show features music performed by Jerry Lee Lewis, Aretha Franklin, and Big Mama Thornton.
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"White or black. Rich or poor. If you ever had your heart broken you have right to sing the blues"
Big Mama Thornton
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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
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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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