Deadwood Songbook

Singer, songwriter and musical archivist Hank Harris of the Black Hills presents a lively picture of Deadwood, South Dakota, through the wildly diverse music that passed through this turbulent gold camp from 1876 to 1910. Harris' performance features music from minstrel shows to church hymns, vaudeville to ethnic folk music, piano parlor airs to cowboy songs and more. All were heard from street corners, opera houses, campfires, brothels and saloons. Harris will explore the characters, history and legends of South Dakota's notorious mining town through song and story. He also will do shows of his own songs upon request. Harris' various bands have included the Lonesome Prairie Playboys, Red Willow Band, R&B Supply and Sherman & the Waybacks, as well as his solo work.

Technical requirements: Electricity, a stage or riser, an armless chair, stage lighting, dressing room, small table.

Fee structure: Performance $750 to $1,250. SDAC support up to 50%.


Contact: Hank Harris,
22931 Forest Rd.,
Rapid City, SD 57702,

Phone: (605) 341-3247,
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