Performances of Finger-Style Guitarists at the 1969 and 1970 Ann Arbor Blues Festivals

Isaac Repinski, “Performances of Finger-Style Guitarists at the 1969 and 1970 Ann Arbor Blues Festivals” Mentor: John Stropes, Music The Ann Arbor Blues Festivals of 1969 and 1970 were historic cultural events that are now understood as pivotal moments in…… Read More

The Role of the Blue River Cafe in the Development of Fingerstyle Guitar in Southeast Wisconsin

Samuel Kirby, “The Role of the Blue River Cafe in the Development of Fingerstyle Guitar in Southeast Wisconsin” Mentor: John Stropes, Music From 1974-82, the Blue River Cafe, an acoustic music club in downtown Milwaukee, presented national touring acts and…… Read More