Blues guitarist at Centenary Stage

Hackettstown — Ernie Hawkins will bring the soulful sounds of the Mississippi Delta and beyond to Centenary Stage on Saturday, April 17 at 8 p.m. A student of the Piedmont fingerpicking bluesman, Reverend Gary Davis, Hawkins describes his own style as “Piedmont to Texas fingerpicking, blues-ragtime-country” music, with a rich legacy of styles, songs and blues arcana dating back to the turn of the last century. One of a handful fortunate to have studied with the old masters, Hawkins now serves as a master to other aspiring musicians, and is in demand worldwide as a teacher. A special afternoon guitar workshop with the artist will be offered by Centenary, open to the public, beginning at 3 p.m. The fee for the workshop is $10, which may be deducted from the price of the ticket for the evening’s performance. Advance Reservations are required for the workshop. Tickets for the concert are $20 for adults and $17.50 for seniors and students, and can be purchased through the box office at 908-979-0900, and online at www.centenarystageco.org.