The Mississippi Valley Blues Society invites the public to attend a FUNraiser /Trivia Night on Thursday, January 15th at the River Music Experience, 129 Main Street, Davenport, IA. Doors for competitors and spectators open at 6:30pm, and competition begins at 7:00pm. Proceeds from the event will go to defray expenses for two Quad-Cities groups chosen to attend the International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN January 20-24: The Mercury Brothers will represent the entire state of Iowa at the competition, and Sarah Hanson and Jesse Barger will participate in the International Youth Showcase.
Those wishing to test their music trivia knowledge can enter the competition by registering their team of 5 at the door for $75. Or, there is a $20 buy-in for each individual member that would like to attend. Individuals are encouraged to participate even if they do not have a team. Donations also will be accepted at the door. Paid admission will include trivia, prizes, live music, and complimentary hors d'oeuvres.
The 2015 International Blues Challenge, held in downtown Memphis in the Beale Street Historic District, marks 31 years of blues musicians from around the world competing for cash, prizes, and industry recognition. The world's largest gathering of blues acts represents an international search by The Blues Foundation and its affiliated organizations for blues bands, solo/duo blues acts, and youth ready to take their acts to the international stage.
As affiliates of the Blues Foundation, The Mississippi Valley Blues Society (Quad Cities) and Central Iowa Blues Society (Des Moines, IA) are proud to be sending Mercury Brothers to compete in the International Band challenge. They won both the preliminary round and the final round of the Iowa Blues Challenge in the Spring of 2014. Sarah Hanson (17), and Jesse Barger (16) were chosen to represent the Mississippi Valley Blues Society in the International Youth Showcase by exhibiting exceptional artistry and dedication to playing the blues during the Iowa Blues Challenge Solo/Duo Competition.
Trivia questions will be selected from various versions of music history books, and will combine general music content with some exclusively blues subjects. Sample questions: "Which 'King of the Blues' came from Texas?" "Which Chuck Berry tune did The Beach Boys steal for their worldwide hit 'Surfin' USA'?"
Trivia Night is fun competition and entertainment for the whole family. If you are not a "Music Wisenheimer" you are still welcome to come to observe and cheer on your favorite team! All proceeds for the MVBS Trivia Night will go towards the Mercury Brothers and Sarah/Jesse for IBC expenses, and are tax deductible.
Any questions call: 563-349-0594.
