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Harnessing the Stories and Songs of Cowboys and Cowgirls
| When |
Feb 23, 2012
07:00 PM |
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| Where |
Mid-Columbia Libraries
1620 S. Union Kennewick |
| Region | Southeast |
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Program Description:
Contemporary life in the American west is profoundly influenced by our rich heritage in the legend and lore of the early cowboys and cowgirls. In song, poetry and story, this colorful program relates expressions of the work ethic, hardships, and joys of frontier life. These traditions continue and are strong and vibrant in present day agricultural life. The Matley’s bring the vibrancy of this tradition to life in this musical and poetic presentation, bringing the exciting lives of the cowboys and cowgirls alive in a more contemporary setting.
Program note: the Matleys provide their own sound equipment, suitable for most auditoriums and small venues.
Bio:
Bruce and Susan Matley perform at numerous venues each year, as they share together in song, narrative and live instrumentation. Bruce is a third generation Nevadan and fourth generation rancher and has worked with cowboys who started their careers as early as the 1890’s. He has 40-plus years of musical performances and professional theatre experience, including some in academia. Susan has directed and performed in colleges, semi-professional and community theatre productions and has played in orchestras and bands. Working as “Cimarron Sue” has fueled her passion for western history and she has expanded her studies in that direction, including five generations of family history in Washington State.
