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Oregon Art Beat  Blues Musician Norman Sylvester

Norman Sylvester learned the blues by listening to jukeboxes in cafes. Details

 

Program: Oregon Art Beat

Episode: Blues Musician Norman Sylvester

Norman Sylvester was born in Louisiana, and learned the blues by listening to jukeboxes in cafes. He grew up in Portland, and became a fixture in Portland's blues scene, known for his dapper outfits. He calls himself the Northwest Boogie Cat.

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Duration: (8:55)
Premiere Date: 11/01/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: TV-G
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