Marshall - The Birthplace of Boogie Woogie Marker Dedication Ceremony

Dr. John Tennison, Keynote Speaker.

Tennison said the historic marker is dedicated in memory of the late Barney Canson, who contributed his expertise in music, film and video production to Marshall`s Birthplace of Boogie Woogie program; and also in memory of Omar Sharriff, a popular piano player who grew up in Marshall, starred in the "Boogie Woogie Homecoming Concert" and relocated to the town as artist-in-residence. Tennison said it’s additionally dedicated in memory of Donna Musselman, who played a pivotal role in making his research known to city officials.