Ma Rainey’s Living Tradition of the Blues — live event on Oct 25, 2026

Ma Rainey’s Living Tradition of the Blues

Ma Rainey’s Living Tradition of the Blues live at The Local Center for Arts and Culture, Saugerties on Sun, Oct 25, 5:00 PM. Tickets from $29.62. Lineup, start time and tickets on Ckord.

Ma Rainey’s Living Tradition of the Blues featuring **Beareather Reddy** on vocals, **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

Starts: Sun, Oct 25, 5:00 PM

Ends: Sun, Oct 25, 7:00 PM

Where: 16 John Street, Saugerties, New York 12477, United States

Price: $29.62

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Venue: The Local Center for Arts and Culture

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