18th Annual W.C. Handy Heritage Awards

By: The W. C. Handy Awards
 
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Nov. 11, 2014 - PRLog -- The 141st Birthday of W.C. Handy “Father of the Blues” will be celebrated with the 18th Annual W.C. Handy Heritage Awards – “Blues in My Shoes”. The awards honor “Authentic Beale Street Musicians” and Memphis Music legends who have contributed to this city’s musical heritage. The black-tie affair will be held on Sunday, November 16, 2014 at the Holiday Inn – University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave at 6:00 pm.

The Lifetime Achievement Awards will be presented to Stax Recording artist, the Temprees, who are still making magic with their smooth moves and music. The Music Business Award will be given to Fred Jones, the manager of Isaac Hayes, Southern Heritage Classic founder and music promoter. Honorees of the “Authentic Beale Street Musicians” include blues singer/guitarist Preston Shannon, recording artist Anita Ward, jazz saxophonist Dr. William Hurd, R&B artist Lynn White and gospel singer/songwriter Marvin Grant.

The gala event will be co-hosted by Leon Gray and. Music by Mark Anthony and Lyte Speed Orchestra. The awards benefit the W.C. Handy Memphis Museum Preservation Fund and sponsored by the W.C Handy Museum and Heritage Tours.

For more information and ticket reservations visit

www.WCHandyAwards. com

or call (901) 527-3427

Contact
Chris Carter
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