In this class, we will explore relatively less played songs that deserve more attention. Multiple harp keys recommended. Players of all levels are welcome.
Instructor Bio
Andrew Alli is a native of Richmond, Virginia. Always into music, he stumbled upon the blues while taking up his first instrument, the harmonica. He instantly fell in love with the blues and all of the history that comes with the harp. Andrew developed his style of playing by studying from the harmonica greats, including Little Walter, Big Walter Horton, Sonny Boy Williamson II, and Junior Wells. Andrew co-founded Andrew Alli and Last Night’s Blues Band with drummer Charles Hibbler in 2012. The band had a particular interest to the Chicago and Delta styles of blues. The band, which also includes bassist Ken Kellner and guitarist Mike Burgess, won the title of 2013 River City Blues Society Blues Challenge Champions. They represented Richmond in the International Blues Challenge down in Memphis, Tennessee. Andrew also has had the privilege to tour with folk musicians Tim Barry and Josh Small during US, European, and Australian music tours. He has played with a large number of other great local musicians including Phil Wiggins, Clarence “”The Bluesman”” Turner, Alison Self, Cy Taggart, and The Mike Lucci Band. The Richmond Folk Festival has featured Andrew for three years, teaching harmonica lessons and performing. Andrew continues to play with his band, Andrew Alli and the Mainline (formerly “Last Night’s Blues Band”), with Charles Hibbler on drums, Ken Kellner on bass, and Ivan Applerouth on guitar. He is also in a duo with legendary Richmond folk musician Josh Small. Andrew was very excited to be featured on the recent Big Walter Horton tribute album with EllerSoul Records, where the top harmonica players from around the world contributed songs to commemorate the great Big Walter! He is also planning a full length debut album to be released this year. AndrewAlliRva.com
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