| The 2008 Harmonica Summit will feature a diverse program of harmonica performances, educational workshops, vendor displays and jam sessions. This event is not limited to harmonica players and everyone will enjoy this day of celebrating the harmonica and its music. The Summit is produced by Jimmy "Junior" Markham and David Berntson, in conjunction with the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. The day will start off with a children's harmonica workshop, with harmonicas donated by the Blues Society of Tulsa. Other workshops during the day include dynamic presentations by the evening's featured artists, RJ Mischo from Fayetteville, AR and Billy Gibson from Memphis, TN. A technical workshop focusing on harmonica repair and maintenance will be presented by Tulsan Mike Peace. Dennis Oellig, better known as Mr. Microphone, from Kansas City, will present a workshop and demonstrations on the art of electric or amplified harmonica playing. Rick Potter from Classic Tube Amp Repair in Tulsa will be available to discuss custom harmonica amplifier modification, fabrication and repair. Gifted guitar player Little Joe McLerran will be on hand all day to facilitate a back porch jam session for anyone wanting to play harmonica during the day. Harmonica related information tables, as well as vendors, will be displayed throughout the event. The early evening show will feature a who's who of Tulsa harmonica players, supported by Tulsa's finest Blues musicians. Following that is the showcase event of the evening, featuring RJMischo, Billy Gibson, Junior Markham and David Berntson. Food and beverage service is available. This event is open to all ages. Bring your harmonicas and come enjoy an entire day dedicated to the "Mississippi Saxophone." Click here for Harmonica Summit Schedule |
| Harmonica Summit 2008 March 15, 2008 Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame The Jazz Depot 111 E.1st St., Tulsa, OK Doors Open at 10:00am Admission$10 Kids under 14 free (must be accompanied by an adult) |
RJ Mischo with Paris Slim and Richard Innes
Billy Gibson, North Atlantic Blues Festival
David Berntson and Bob Parker