Dominican University Hosts

Blues and the Spirit II:

A Symposium on

Chicago Blues and Gospel Music

Commemorating the Centennial of Howlin’ Wolf’s Birth

and the 40th Anniversary of Living Blues Magazine

Wednesday, June 9 and Thursday, June 10

Dominican University (located just minutes from the Chicago Loop) will host Blues and the Spirit II, celebrating the centennial of Howlin' Wolf's birth and the 40th anniversary of Living Blues Magazine . Building on the discussion and dialogue begun in the May 2008 symposium, Blues and the Spirit II will continue its emphasis on the heritage of African-American Chicago and will also explore the shared roots, tensions and commonalities in Blues and Gospel music.

Register now. Space is limited. The day and a half symposium will directly precede the Chicago Blues Festival. Limited on-campus housing available. Plan on coming in for the Wednesday evening and Thursday program and stay on for the Festival.

• Panels and presentations with Blues and Gospel Scholars, Musicians, Writers, and Industry Representatives
• Special panel with the founding editors and contributors of Living Blues Magazine on the occasion of its 40th anniversary. (Early registrants will receive an original Vol.1, No. 1 edition of Living Blues with Howlin' Wolf on the cover.)
• Blues and the Spirit Awards honoring Barry Dolins, Director of the Chicago Blues Festival, and Howlin' Wolf's daughters, Bettye Kelly and Barbra Marks
• Wednesday evening reception and pro jam with an all star array of blues musicians from Wolf’s generation and from the contemporary Chicago music scene.
• Thursday evening motor coach transportation and entrance to Chicago Blues Festival opening (tentative) and Symposium after party at the legendary Rosa's Lounge.

The $75 registration fee includes ALL events June 9th and 10th:  plenaries, panels, presentations, and reception and jam, as well as Chicago Blues Festival opening/ after party at Rosa's Lounge