House of Blues, West Hollywood, CA
American Society of Young Musicians
13th Annual Spring Concert and Awards, June 9, 2005
Metin's painting exhibition at House of Blues, West Hollywood, California was one of the highlights of ASYM's 13th Annual Spring Concert and Awards night.
Metin was privileged to be in the distinguished company of the legendary blues and gospel singer Linda Hopkins.
Linda Hopkins was born November 9, 1925 in New Orleans. A blues and gospel singer, she has been heralded for her triumphs in Jazz Train, and Broadway's The Last Minstrel Show. The most significant has been Me and Bessie, her highly successful musical portrayal of Bessie Smith.
Ms. Hopkins has been performing since the late 40' and has recorded with Johnny Otis and Esther Phillps. The CD How Blue Can You Get was produced by Leonard Feather and Herbert Wong.