The Wichita Blues Society has been an affiliate of the Memphis-based Blues Foundation since 1983. Our mission is to ensure the future of the Blues, a uniquely American art form, by celebrating blues recording and performances, and expanding appreciation and awareness of Blues music’s significance. We do this by hosting and supporting live music events, and outreach through our Blues in the Schools program and other community involvement.
The WBS is a non-profit organization run by volunteers and supported through memberships, donations and sponsors.
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B.I.T.S. Program
Blues In The Schools is an umbrella term used to describe a program that utilizes a classroom format to teach children about the Blues. Programs are not limited to schools or classrooms; they can be held anywhere.
Why Teach The Blues? The Blues is the first truly American music. With its roots in the deep South of the 1800s, it spread across the U.S., evolving based on the styles and preferences of the region, but always soulful and reflecting the human condition. From the acoustic blues of the front porch to the electrifying sounds of the Chicago Blues scene, it has been the major influence in jazz, rock and roll, and country western music. We can find common ground through the Blues.
WBS Membership
Become a Member! Membership Fees help keep the blues alive! Wichita Blues Society members are a delightfully diverse group of people who have a love and appreciation for the Blues. If you have any questions about how you can participate, send an email to wichitabluessociety@gmail.com to get more information.
One Year Memberships available starting at $20/year. Pick a plan that works best for you!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Event Information:
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Sat30May20262:00 pmHollywood Corners, Norman, OK 73071
Dust Bowl Blues Bash
Get fired up for the 2026 Dust Bowl Blues Bash—your all-day blues celebration set for Saturday, May 30 at Hollywood Corners in Norman, OK! This is the festival where grit meets groove, where soulful vocals and slide guitars light up the afternoon into the late night.From 2:00 pm until 11:30 pm, the Main Stage will feature some of the best regional blues talent around, including returning favorites like Sweet Brenda and Sour Mash, Big Train and the LOCO Motives and Dirty Red and the Soul Shakers, with plenty more acts to be announced.
But the Dust Bowl Blues Bash isn’t just about great music—though that alone could melt your heart. With both outdoor main and acoustic stages, this bash serves up classic roots sounds alongside electrified blues grooves, giving fans of every flavor plenty to love.
Bring a lawn or camping chair and settle in for a day of rhythm that’ll shake the dust right off your soul. Packed with food, vendors, and that unmistakable blues spirit, it’s the place to be if you’re passionate about music and community.
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