# Event Details - **Event Name**: Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 08:15 pm - **Event Description**: Through hands-on exploration; we’ll study how Black women musicians shaped rhythm, melody, storytelling, and genre itself.About this EventWomen in Music: From Big Mama Thornton's "Hound Dog" to Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter"Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm8 weeks: January 22 - March 12When Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter was labeled “ground-breaking” in 2024, it raised an important question for musicians: ground-breaking compared to what history?Country music is built on Black musical traditions, and Black women have been central to shaping the sounds, techniques, and stories that define American music—yet their contributions are rarely taught or credited.This class invites musicians to dig into that lineage by learning and playing songs that help us hear these voices again and learn from what they brought to American music and culture.Through hands-on exploration of repertoire, style, and influence, we’ll study how Black women musicians shaped rhythm, melody, storytelling, and genre itself.Players will leave with new songs under their fingers, deeper historical understanding, and a richer musical vocabulary rooted in the true foundations of American music. This class is taught by Avery Hill, long-time 'ukulele instructor and trained instructor, and Lois Leveen, scholar of history and literature.Together, they share a passion for building community and social understanding through music.If you need a more accessible price point, please use the coupon code ACCESS for an automatic 25% off your order, no questions asked. If you need further assistance, please reach out to the instructor at directly and we will make it happen!For those who prefer to pay cash or check and avoid processing fees, you may do so at the first day of class. Just be sure to reach out to the instructor at to confirm your class registration. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/class-women-in-music-from-big-mama-thornton-to-beyoncé/100001978687518633 - **Event Categories**: music, workshops, entertainment, live-music, art, literary-art, country-music-festivals, storytelling, dog - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 243.65, max: 243.65, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Portland - **state**: OR - **country**: United States - **location**: Artichoke Community Music - **lat**: 45.4997881 - **long**: -122.6454883 - **full address**: Artichoke Community Music, 2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard, Portland, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/dd4371ca557960b04fe1006852c4aa06d7fd79d16a19a9189df76cb88e467805-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffe9c0-gmir.jpg?v=1766740897 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé being held? - **A:** Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé takes place on Thu, 22 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 08:15 pm at Artichoke Community Music, 2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard, Portland, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé? - **A:** Tickets for Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé are priced at USD 244 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailability8 WeeksUSD 244 + USD 14 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé? - **A:** Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé is organized by Artichoke Community Music. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Class: Women in Music: From Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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