13 February, 2012
Hopkinton Historical Society will offer a free program on Popular Music of the ‘40’s and ‘50’s at 2pm on Sunday February 19, 2012. The meeting is open to the public and no reservation is required.
John Root, a local musician and educator, has performed similar well-received programs in Hopkinton for several years. Popular Music of the ‘40’s & ‘50’s features a delightful repertoire of instrumental and vocal musical styles from two previous decades. Everyone is invited to sing along and to experience the range of feelings evoked by this music. John sings seldom-heard verses as well as the more familiar choruses of these songs, accompanying himself at the keyboard with authentic period piano arrangements. Lyrics of these songs offer insights about the customs and values of American popular culture at this time.
Free refreshments will be available after the program to provide an opportunity to meet old and new friends.
The program is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Society and will be conducted at the Hopkinton Historical Society’s building at 168 Hayden Rowe (Rt. 85) in Hopkinton. Contact Ray Gendreau ( 508.435.9865 ) with any questions
