RSGS Inspiring People Talk: Markus Stitz: From Ozarks to Delta Blues
Wed 18 Nov · 14:15
University of Edinburgh
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Markus Stitz delivers an Inspiring People Talk on the history of Delta Blues from the Ozarks on 18 November 2026 at the University of Edinburgh. This music-related event in the series requires visitors to check the website for ticket information.
Arkansas is often associated with Walmart, the Clintons and Johnny Cash, but for Markus Stitz the real surprise lay further south in the quiet roads and rich cultural landscape of the Delta. In this talk, he recounts a journey from the mountain bike trails of Bentonville and Fayetteville through Hot Springs and Little Rock to the cotton fields, gravel roads and river towns along the Mississippi. Combining cycling, music history and encounters with local people, the story explores the birthplace of Delta blues, the legacies of farming and segregation, and how gravel cycling can support communities. Expect lonely dirt roads, Crowley’s Ridge, catfish, fried green tomatoes, hospitality, hard truths and memorable music throughout all.
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RSGS Inspiring People Talk: Markus Stitz: From Ozarks to Delta Blues takes place on Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at 14:15.
RSGS Inspiring People Talk: Markus Stitz: From Ozarks to Delta Blues is held at University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh (Old College South Bridge, Edinburgh South EH8 9YL).
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Markus Stitz delivers an Inspiring People Talk on the history of Delta Blues from the Ozarks on 18 November 2026 at the University of Edinburgh. This music-related event in the series requires visitors to check the website for ticket information.
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Arkansas is often associated with Walmart, the Clintons and Johnny Cash, but for Markus Stitz the real surprise lay further south in the quiet roads and rich cultural landscape of the Delta. In this talk, he recounts a journey from the mountain bike trails of Bentonville and Fayetteville through Hot Springs and Little Rock to the cotton fields, gravel roads and river towns along the Mississippi. Combining cycling, music history and encounters with local people, the story explores the birthplace of Delta blues, the legacies of farming and segregation, and how gravel cycling can support communities. Expect lonely dirt roads, Crowley’s Ridge, catfish, fried green tomatoes, hospitality, hard truths and memorable music throughout all.
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University of EdinburghOld College South Bridge, Edinburgh South EH8 9YL
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RSGS Inspiring People Talk: Markus Stitz: From Ozarks to Delta Blues takes place on Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at 14:15.
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RSGS Inspiring People Talk: Markus Stitz: From Ozarks to Delta Blues is held at University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh (Old College South Bridge, Edinburgh South EH8 9YL).
How do I get tickets for RSGS Inspiring People Talk: Markus Stitz: From Ozarks to Delta Blues?
Tickets for RSGS Inspiring People Talk: Markus Stitz: From Ozarks to Delta Blues can be booked via rsgs.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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