TUESDAY, MARCH 10,  2 p.m. PT/3 p.m. MT/4 p.m. CT/5 p.m. ET (Recording available only)
 
The 1960s were a decade of rapid musical expansion and cultural upheaval. Rock and roll had grown beyond its early roots, branching into folk, blues, soul, psychedelia, and experimental studio production. The British Invasion reshaped American pop, while Motown and Stax delivered polished, rhythm-driven hits rooted in Black musical traditions. In San Francisco, long improvisations and psychedelic sounds dominated the scene, reflecting the era’s countercultural spirit.Against this backdrop, Creedence Clearwater Revival stood apart. Rather than embracing extended jams or studio experimentation, CCR drew inspiration from blues, country, early rock and roll, and Southern storytelling traditions. 
 
Their songs were concise, tightly arranged, and grounded in everyday narratives—addressing working-class life, social tension, and even national identity.  Despite being a Northern California band, their “swamp-rock” sound felt timeless and distinctly American. This direct, roots-based approach resonated with a broad audience and helped propel CCR to the top of the charts during one of the most competitive and innovative periods in popular music history.   The hits, stories and the real reason there was no reunion tour-- join me for this "behind the scenes" presentation! Session will run 1.5 hours--class will be recorded for replay on-demand.