Rhonda Massengill "Powerhouse" by Eudora Welty

In the story named “Powerhouse” by Eudora Welty this story is unique because of the rhythm of this story. The rhythm of the story is based on African American music. This story reminds me of the blues based on the way the author uses the words in this story. This story is about the blues and the coming of age of African American music. Powerhouse is the leader in the band and he plays the piano. He’s piano playing is like no other has ever seen during that time. He is filled with rhythm and movement when he plays. He’s not a showoff but a man with great talent. Valentine is another key player in the band. He specializes in bass playing. He plays in a unique fashion; he plays with his eyes closed. He plays the music by ear without having to refer to the notes. Little Brother is a clarinet player. Little Brother stands at the very front of the band. He is the one that lets the band know how many choruses are left in a song. Scoot is the man that plays the drums in his band. Scoot is not referenced at the same level as the other players are. He is not as important or as talented as the other players.
They all decide that they are going to take a trip into the town to hear other types of music. When they go into this bar they find out who their competition is. The man that is their competition is a man named Uranus Knockwood. When they are inside the bar they are recognized for their talents. The people in the bar give Powerhouse’s band special treatment based on their talents.
According to some of their songs in this story we know that women and marriage was something that they could destroy. The women were killed because of the loneness and depression they had suffered. I think that they songs was a direct reflection of how musicians deal with lose. Many don’t have that supportive wife and marriage is something that is bond to fail due to infidelity.