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Happy Hour Harmonica Podcast
Sonny Terry retrospective with Paul Lamb, Joe Filisko and Adam Sikora
Dec 7, 2024
Paul Lamb, a UK harmonica player who honed his craft under Sonny Terry's influence, joins American experts Joe Filisko, a scholar of early harmonica styles, and Adam Sikora. They dive into Sonny Terry's remarkable journey, from his captivating performance at Carnegie Hall to his legendary duo with Brownie McGhee. The discussion highlights Terry's unique rhythmic style, vocal techniques like whooping and hollering, and the impact of his music on the blues genre. Listeners gain insights into harmonica techniques and the lasting legacy of this harmonica icon.
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- Sonny Terry, born blind, overcame adversity and found his passion in music through the early guidance of his harmonica-playing father.
- His significant partnership with Brownie McGee established a legendary blues duo that helped bridge traditional blues to new audiences during the folk revival.
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Sonny Terry's Early Life and Musical Emergence
Sonny Terry, born Saunders Terrell, overcame significant challenges in his youth, including losing his sight due to accidents. Despite these hardships, he found solace and purpose in music, nurtured by his harmonica-playing father. His early career kicked off when he collaborated with Blind Boy Fuller, a pivotal figure in the blues scene, which introduced him to street performance and recording opportunities. The pair's recordings in 1937 marked the beginning of Sonny’s rise, leading him to showcase his talent to larger audiences, including a notable performance at Carnegie Hall in 1938.
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