BMACC Notes The Bluegrass Music Association of Central Canada Newsletter—Volume 4 Issue 1—January 2010 Larry See how many times you can find Larry inside this issue. There’s no prize. It’s just for fun. Random Photos from the Awards Show AWARDS ISSUE www.bmacc.caBMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 1 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ADVERTISING RATES Publicize your event, band or organization in “NOTES” or President – Denis Chadbourn on our website. Home: 705-776-7754 Work: 705-474-2271 BMACC NOTES Vice-president – Donald Tarte Single Issue Annual 888-876-3369 Secretary – Leanne Chadbourn 1/8 Page (Business Card) $26.67 $ 96.01 705-776-7754 1/4 Page 33.33 119.99 1/2 Page 53.33 191.99 Treasurer – Roland Aucoin Full Page 80.00 288.00 905-635-1818 Envelope stuffing is 10¢ per insert Directors at Large Gord deVries WEBSITE 519-668-0418 Quarterly Annual 905-331-9915 Karen May 100 px X 250 pixels $20.00 $ 72.00 705-788-4362 200 px X 250 pixels 26.67 96.00 400 px X 250 pixels 46.67 168.00 Rory Gardiner Bernie Melosh WHAT”S INSIDE Larry Johnston From the President—Page 3 Cindy deBoer-Winterbottom THE AWARDS – Page 4—9 Wes Lowe Out Among the Stars—Page 10/11 Elliot Lake News—Page 11/12 Birth of Seldom Scene—Page 14 Spirit of Kindness—Page 15 Songwriters Association of Canada—Page 17 Organizational Memberships – Page 19/21 Bluegrass on the Radio—Page 21/22 Letters—Page 23 Winter Concert Series—Page 23 2010 BMACC Board of Directors Larry Johnston, Roland Aucoin, Cindy deBoer-Winterbottom, Gord deVries, Bernie Melosh, Wes Lowe, Karen May, Donald Tarte, Leanne Chadbourn, Rory Gardiner, Denis Chadbourn BMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 2 A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT I’d like to send a shout out to their heads…but there should be a photo of the new all of the friends, old and board somewhere in this issue. lol new, that I had an opportunity to meet up with Further thanks go out to all of you, who stopped by the again, on my annual BMACC table to join or to renew your memberships… pilgrimage to the bluegrass your support is so very critical to BMACC’s operation. awards in Huntsville. This is Your membership fees help to publish this the the premier event…the newsletter, and maintain the web site. More broadly, Mecca of bluegrass in Central your contributions help us to achieve the goals set out in Canada… and there are no our mission statement…to preserve and promote better people in the world than those who attend. You bluegrass. Now, for those of you who did not get an know who you are…I love you all. opportunity to renew your membership at Deerhurst, or just cant remember when your membership comes due In my capacity as both, the President of BMACC, and a for renewal, we have some good news. Gord Devries, member of The C-Denny Band, I was in a constant state our computer whiz, knowledgeable of all things “tech- of “GO ” at this year’s showcase and awards! Sigh…so y”…is currently implementing a program for the BMACC much bluegrass…so little time. Indeed, I even found it web site, to facilitate online applications and renewals, necessary to forego the all-night jamming forays, that I and will send out automatic reminders. used to be an accomplice to. Well…I probably instigated one or two… The directional focus of the new BMACC board is to find new markets for bluegrass. This may sound simple, but There could be no better place in the world, to hold the exposing non-fans to bluegrass, and breaking down bluegrass awards, than at the Deerhurst Resort. The stereotypical barriers, is a formidable challenge. efficient, courteous service, in which the staff provides, is However, those of you who attended the Annual unparalleled, and the accommodations are way, way General Meeting, already know the details of the above average. The same can be said about the progress we are making, and the vision of the organizer of the Central Canada Bluegrass Awards, Mr. organizations future. So onward and upward we journey Tony deBoer. Tony maintains high standards too; he is into the quickly approaching New Year of 2010. With very accommodating, and is always open to suggestions. diligent efforts, we will persevere, stay the course, and Countless hours go into bringing these awards (and continue to make progress. concerts he organizes) to fruition…so, in recognition of Tony’s passion and dedication to bluegrass music, the Congratulations to all the award winners. Best of the first act of the new BMACC board, was to award him with season… wishing you health, happiness and prosperity in a lifetime membership in BMACC. Tony, thank you for the New Year. being born! Warm regards, I must also express my gratitude to the out-going BMACC Denis Chadbourn board members Wes Lowe, Steve Pritchard, and Brother BMACC President BrianPowley ...who stepped down as directors. Guys… thanks for the time and effort you selflessly dedicated to build this organization. BMACC is a volunteer board…the only reward is seeing bluegrass flourishing. In this regard, I would be remiss not to also acknowledge the returning directors, and new board members…I’m just not going to do that explicitly here, ‘cause it’ll go to BMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 3 CENTRAL CANADIAN BLUEGRASS AWARDS 2008 AWARD WINNERS DJ—Ron Moores (Ottawa) Banjo Player—D’Arcy Campbell (Hard Ryde) Fiddle Player—Tyler Beckett (Hard Ryde) Bass Player—Rick Koop (Hard Ryde) Guitar Player—Marc Roy (Hard Ryde) Mandolin Player—Will Meadows (Hard Ryde) Dobro Player—Doug Van Den Kieboom (Bluegrass Edition) Female Vocalist—Sherry Philp (Concession 23) Male Vocalist—Thom Gardiner (Northern Sons) Composer—Melissa Sherman (Hard Ryde) Promising Group—Canucky Bluegrass Boys Instrumental Group—Foggy Hogtown Boys Recording—North to Ontario (Compilation) Vocal Group—Canucky Bluegrass Boys Gospel Group—General Store Overall Group—The Foggy Hogtown Boys Entertainer—Doug de Boer (Hard Ryde) Honour Roll Vocal Group—Northern Sons BMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 4 Bluegrass DJ—Ron Moores—Ottawa Banjo Player—D’Arcy Campbell—Hard Ryde Sponsor: Valley Bluegrass Festival Sponsor: Best of Bluegrass, Brian MacCarthy Presented by Bob Johnston Presented by Eric Gibson Bass Player—Rich Koop—Hard Ryde Sponsor: Palmer Rapids Twin Festivals Presented by Al Schutt Fiddle Player—Tyler Beckett—Hard Ryde Sponsor: Thames Valley Bluegrass Music Association Presented by Wayne Uncer BMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 5 Guitar Player—Marc Roy—Hard Ryde Mandolin Player—Will Meadows—Hard Ryde Sponsor: David Tinkhoff Memorial Sponsor: Athlone Studios and Sound Ottawa Valley Bluegrass Association. Presented by Gene Gouthro Presented by Donald Tarte Male Vocalist—Thom Gardiner—Northern Sons Dobro Player—Doug Van Den Kieboom Sponsor: Essex-Kent Bluegrass & Old Time Music Assoc. Presented by David Blakney Bluegrass Edition Sponsor: The Stringman Presented by Wayne Uncer BMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 6 Composer—Melissa Sherman—Hard Ryde Sponsor: Skyway Bluegrass Club Female Vocalist—Sherry Philp—Concession 23 Presented by Rolly Aucoin Sponsor: Lois White Memorial Award Presented by Bill White—White Pine Instrumental Group Foggy Hogtown Boys Recording—North to Ontario 2009 Sponsor: Tottenham Bluegrass Festival Gene Gouthro & Tom McCreight Presented by Peter Deveau Sponsor: Campbell’s Corner Music Sales Accepted by Steve Pritchard Presented by Dan and Shannon Campbell BMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 7 Instrumental Group—Foggy Hogtown Boys Sponsor: Bluegrass Music Association of Central Canada Entertainer—Doug deBoer Presented by Denis Chadbourn Sponsor: The Pineridge Bluegrass Club Accepted by Steve Pritchard Presented by Gary Meyer Gospel Group—General Store Sponsor: Willow Park Jamboree—Presented by Marvin Laforme BMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 8 Promising Group—Canucky Bluegrass Boys Sponsor: Queen’s Bush Bluegrass Club—Presented by Gord Chapman Vocal Group—Canucky Bluegrass Boys Sponsor: Conestoga Trail Bluegrass & Gospel Festival Presented by Fran and Gerry Morgan Honour Roll Vocal Group—Northern Sons Presented by Tony DeBoer BMACC Notes—January 2010 Page 9 OUT AMONG Ambassador: The album's single "Big, Big, Heartaches" is THE STARS Mailing address: already sitting at #16 on the National Phone number: Bluegrass Survey, after a radio debut 3 Random Bits of news E-mail address: months before release. In addition to "Big, from the world of Bluegrass T-shirt size: S M L XL 2XL Big, Heartaches," the album features writing by band members Alan Bibey and the co- By Tom McCreight Please mail this information to the address below or by e-mail to Gabrielle songwriter of 2008's IBMA Song Of The Year, Partner with the Bluegrass Museum in Steve Gulley. Gray. the new Ambassadors Program! Steve Gulley penned three of the tunes on International Bluegrass Music Museum The International Bluegrass Music Attn: Bluegrass Ambassadors the album. The gospel influenced, "Lifting Museum, Owensboro, KY, sends this 207 East Second Street Up The Cross" with Ken Mellons and two message to all bluegrass associations: Owensboro, KY 42303 other tunes with writing partner Tim Stafford. Wayne Winkle and Craig Market Dear Bluegrass Lovers, contributed four tracks including the title The International Bluegrass Music track and Michael Bentley lends his talents Museum wants to partner with you! GRASSTOWNE on the only a cappella Gospel track on the We’re starting an official Bluegrass NASHVILLE, TN - Grasstowne's lead CD, "Salvation of the Lord". Bibey co-wrote Museum Ambassadors Program, and singer, Steve Gulley, is hoping their "Pay Your Dues" with Ronnie Bowman and we’re inviting your association to cleverly titled brand new sophomore Shawn Lane as well as an instrumental called participate.