Eric Essix Evolution
The commemoration of the historic civil rights events of 1963 has drawn major attention to Alabama this year.
One musical project related to 1963 is by noted Birmingham guitarist and educator Eric Essix. He spoke with WBHM’s Scott Hanley about his new CD, “evolution.”
Guitarist Eric Essix will perform selections from the new recording in a special concert in Birmingham at the Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center, joined by Atlanta’s “5 Men on a Stool” and vocalist Tracy Hamlin – Thursday, September 19, 2013.
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