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Join Akron songwriter Ben Gage as he uses musical stories to bring people together with common themes. He will share bluegrass and folk songs. Register to receive a Zoom link.
This program will be presented by Ben Gage on Zoom. Please register in advance.
You will receive an email with the participation weblink 2-4 days before the program. Please contact the Library if you are unable to attend.
Ben Gage found songwriting after college. He was in a touring bluegrass band, and when it disbanded, he started writing his own tunes to keep music on the table. Now with a catalog of almost 100 songs, he has performed overseas, across the United States, and at the amazing local venues around Northeast Ohio.
He grew up in the rustbelt of Ashtabula County and has always gravitated towards music as a way to pass along stories and pull people together with common themes.
You might also enjoy these related resources offered at the Library:
Voices from the Rust Belt / Edited by and with an introduction by Anne Trubek
Bluegrass, Newgrass, Old-Time, and Americana Music / Craig Harris
90 Bluegrass Classics [sound recording]: Vintage Collection
If you do not have an email address, please call 330.745.6126 to learn how to participate by phone.
A webcam and microphone may be necessary to participate fully in this interactive event. If you have one or neither of these, your participation may be limited.
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