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Curtis Blues

Art Forms: Music, Theatre

Through my association with Young Audiences and the Teaching Artist Institute I have broadened my perspective on how teaching the history of acoustic roots music can make the curriculum’s history, music, and language arts details come alive. With arts-integrated teaching, students experience that learning can be engaging and fun.

~ Curtis Blues
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About Me

Curtis Blues is an educator and talented musician who plays multiple instruments. With his performances helping keep the tradition of acoustic American roots music alive, Curtis demonstrates for students the origins of modern rock and hip-hop music. He has recorded three critically acclaimed CDs and performs at Blues festivals and schools in an effort to pass this music down to the next generation.


My Testimonials

Curtis had great rapport, energy, enthusiasm, and a love for his subject. He connected with both students and teachers. He exhibited great knowledge of his subject and made connections with contemporary genres. He had good audience control.

~ Jane, Teacher, Gilman School Lower

My Program(s)


Taming the Technology Monster

Type: Performance / Assembly

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Super Nutrition for Superheroes

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Up-cycling: Turning Junk into Musical Instruments From Africa to America

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The Multicultural Roots of Rock and Rap

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The Language of American Roots Music: Making Your Writing More Interesting

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