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Funding News For Saskatchewan Artists

July 7 - Rawlco Radio is donating 1 million dollars to Saskatchewan music with Project 10K20 Saskatchewan! Each year for the next four years, 20 Saskatchewan Artists will receive ten thousand dollars from Rawlco Radio to professionally record and master a CD of their music. Our first 10K20 Saskatchewan Campaign in 2006 funded 29 Saskatchewan artists. If you are interested in applying, Click Here for complete details!

News from Larry Krause

June 30 - Larry Krause is pleased to let you all know that his third Album has hit the ground and is running. "NORTHERN RANGE" is the name of the CD, and is a very traditional Country sounding album, featuring mostly Larry's original Prairie based Western songs, along with a few other Canadian favorites. As one reviewer said, "this album takes you to a time when there was no question as to if it was Country or not". This is a totally "Made in Saskatchewan" project, with production done at Riverbend Sound in St. Louis. Wander into Larry's website at http://www.larrykrause.ca for details about where you can get the CD, and information on the release events Larry has planned for the fall.

News from Steven Gibson

June 19 - Steven Gibson this month has been featured with a full page spread in the UK Country magazine Country Routes, http://www.countryroutes.org.uk/
Also Steve is heading back to the UK in August for three weeks to meet up with the Veteran Guitarist Don Boots from Steve's old home town of Newcastle, to do a couple of gigs and maybe a bit jamming. Web Site: www.stevegibsonguitar.com

Notice of Meeting in Saskatoon

May 5 - We're really trying to be more active in the Saskatoon Chapter of the Saskatchewan Country Music Association....with contests, our annual golf tournament coming up in September, hopefully a Songwriters Bluebird Night this fall, and .... if we can get our local C.M.A.S. Chapter up, hosting the 2012 Saskatchewan Country Music Awards here in Saskatoon.
If you are interested in getting involved and have friends that are too (really...the involvement in minimal and soooo much fun:-), please come to our next meeting: Thursday May 13th, 7pm at Beily's on 8th Street in Saskatoon

To be a member of the SCMA, you can go to the website and print off the membership form, or I will have some at Beily's. It's a maximum of $27 per year and you're privy to benefits not only provincially, but right here at home too!

submitted by Cristy Beggs, President
Country Music Association of Saskatoon, a chapter of the S.C.M.A.

Notice of Annual General Meeting

April 29 - To all members of the PACMA: Our Annual General Meeting will be held on May 18th. at 7:00 pm in the Log Cabin on the Exhibition Grounds. The positions for Vice-President and Secretary are open for election. Please bring your concerns and ideas, and also be prepared for a frank discussion about the direction of the Prince Albert Chapter, it's viability and future. The PACMA is STILL at a crossroads and the executive is looking forward to direction from the members as to our organizations future. You are needed at this meeting to make a difference and have your say. Please plan to attend! What's in it for you? Coffee and spudnuts!

submitted by Audrey Neubuhr, Secretary
Prince Albert Country Music Association, a chapter of the S.C.M.A.

News from the Government of Saskatchewan

April 6 - Hello! As you may have heard, on March 17 the Government of Saskatchewan announced the first cultural policy in more than 25 years. Pride of Saskatchewan: A Policy Where Culture, Community and Commerce Meet outlines the principles and priorities that will guide the development of the arts, culture and heritage sector in Saskatchewan.
Also released was Moving from Reflection to Action: Towards a Cultural Policy for Saskatchewan, a summary document presenting the results of research and public dialogue which supported the development of the policy, including the Community Dialogue sessions. Both documents are available on-line at www.tpcs.gov.sk.ca

If you would like printed copies of either document, please email liela.ferraton@gov.sk.ca or call the Cultural Policy Branch 306.787.7757 with the following information:

-Your name
-How many copies of each document you would like
- mailing address
- phone number
Pride of Saskatchewan is rooted in the idea that collaboration around common goals creates synergy that helps strengthen the sector. Government cannot build a sustainable sector on its own. Everyone has a role to play!

Sincerely,
Susan Hetu
Executive Director
Culture and Heritage Division

News from Saskatoon

April 5 - Hi Everyone. Just a quick reminder that your Country Music Assoc. of Saskatoon's Chapter meeting will be this Thursday at 6:30pm at Beily's on 8th Street. We will also be voting on a new executive. The following CMAS Executive Positions are open:

CMAS Chapter President
CMAS Chapter Treasurer
CMAS Chapter Secretary

Hope to see you this Thursday!
Tracey & Cristy
CMAS Executive

Big Dog 92-7’s The Next Big Thing - Country Talent Search
 

March 29 - Regina’s True Country Big Dog 92-7 is on the hunt for Saskatchewan’s Next Big Thing! Nine emerging country acts will be selected to perform live in Regina from May 16 to June 13, for a chance to take their careers to the next level, and win a custom-tailored prize package valued at more than $20,000!

$5,000 cash plus options including a professional single released to national radio, showcasing for music industry professionals, hands-on career guidance, and an all-expenses-paid trip to the 2010 CCMAs in Edmonton!

Submissions may range from solo artists to full bands, and will represent “country” or country-related genres such as bluegrass and roots. Each artist selected for the semi-finals will be required to perform original (or previously unreleased) music live for a panel of music industry professionals. Then, on June 13, the Finals show will feature the winner from each semi-final week performing for a panel of Canadian music industry professionals. On this exciting evening, one winner will be chosen to receive the grand prize package!

Semi-Finals: May 16, 23, and 30, 2010 Finals: June 13, 2010
Venue Sponsor: The Pump Roadhouse

SUBMISSIONS OPEN NOW!
Deadline EXTENDED TO 5 pm April 14, 2010. Applications accepted online exclusively www.sonicbids.com/nextbigthing
Produced by SaskMusic

For more information, rules and regulations visit: click here or toll-free 1-800-347-0676

Awards Weekend Approaches

The Regina and Southern Saskatchewan Country Music Association is excited to announce that Regina will be the host for the 2010 Saskatchewan Country Music Awards. The awards weekend will take place April 16th – 18th. All events will be held at the Regina Inn with the exception of the awards show, which will take place in the Casino Regina Show Lounge.
Many industry professionals and Saskatchewan country artists will be in Regina this weekend to celebrate the achievements in the Saskatchewan country music industry this past year. Among the special guests will be multi-award winning Canadian singer/songwriter Victoria Banks.

Victoria has penned songs for many Nashville and Canadian artists alike; writing songs that produced top 40 Country radio play from Sara Evans, actress/singer Jessica Simpson and many others. In Canada alone she contributed to the careers of One More Girl, Diane Chase and is responsible for a top ten hit song from Johnny Reid with the power ballad “Dance with Me”. Victoria Banks has her own CD project out, and has been celebrating success as a vocalist with the release of “When You Can Fly” in 2009. Three singles have emerged from her album and have released to radio to date while her fourth single will hit radio in a few weeks.

The Saskatchewan Country Music Association is a non-profit organization, dedicated to the promotion, development and enhancement of all aspects of Saskatchewan country music at the local, national, and international level. The SCMA endeavours to create venues for the promotion of Saskatchewan country artists through sponsorship of its own events, such as the annual SCMA Awards, and involvement in other organizations’ events.
All events that take place during the awards weekend are open to the general public. These events include seminars, showcases, the industry awards banquet and the annual awards show. A full listing of events can be found at www.scma.sk.ca. Tickets for the Awards Show are available through the Casino Regina Box Office. Individual tickets for all other events during the awards weekend or delegate passes (including a ticket to the awards show) are available on the SCMA website (www.scma.sk.ca). Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door for each event.

News from Northern Lights Bluegrass

The 5th Annual Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Tyme Music Festival will be held Aug 20-22, 2010 at the Ness Creek site, 20km NE of Big River, Saskatchewan, Canada.  This year’s lineup includes The Done Gone String Band, The Earl Brothers , The Lone Prairie Band, The Willie Sons and more including campfire jams and Sunday Morning Gospel.  Weekend and Day passes are available.  Rustic camping included.  Showers and Bathrooms available.  A Music Camp will also be held at the festival site August 16-20, with instruction from members of the Done Gone String Band and the Earl Brothers.  Please pre-register.  For Festival and Music Camp details, go to www.northernlightsbluegrass.ca

SCMA Stubble Jumpers Song Circle

February 23 - UPDATE - The Stubble Jumpers Song Circle will now be held on Friday and Saturday night, March 12 & 13 at Chillers Brew Pub and Eatery in Moose Jaw.

News from Stephen Maguire

February 20 - Congratulations to one of our newest SCMA members, Stephen Maguire, who has been invited to perform at the 2010 Belfast Nashville Songwriters Festival!
He will be opening for the Grammy award winning Nanci Griffith on Saturday, Feb. 27 downtown Belfast. Recently receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, one of Griffith's better-known songs is "From a Distance" by Julie Gold, which Bette Midler went on to cover. She has recorded with many artists from Jimmy Buffett to Garth Brooks to Willie Nelson.
Stephen is also getting set to release his new album back in Canada. The official CD release concert is the weekend before this year's SCMA's... Friday, Apr. 9 at The Refinery in Saskatoon, featuring The Stephen Maguire Project. For more information, visit http://www.stephenmaguirelive.com

News from C.M.A.S.

February 3 - CMAS along with 92.9 The Bull, CJWW, JABA Construction and Playlend Toys would like to invite you to CMAS’s Inaugural Mixed Curling Bonspiel and Steak Dinner Fundraiser on February 6th & 7th, 2010. The Mixed Curling Bonspiel will take place at CN Curling Club followed by a Steak Dinner Fundraiser at Rodeo’s Bar & Grill. Afterwards there will be performances by the Kal Hourd Band and a few special guests. Funds raised at both events will allow the Country Music Association of Saskatoon to continue to promote and aide Saskatoon country music artists.

CMAS thanks our sponsors, and invites all members of the public to come to curl or enjoy a great steak supper. Click Here

Please do not hesitate to call Tracey at 343-8956 if you have any questions or concerns. We hope to see you there!

News from Mosaic Music

February 1 - Mosaic Music Prince Albert celebrated a great 2009 and is excited to be headed into our second full year of business! All three parts of the business are growing rapidly.
In the recording studio, we have just purchased approximately 20 000 dollars worth of new equipment, adding it to our already impressive collection. This will ensure that our sound is top of the line! Recent groups and individuals recording at Mosaic include Kevin Arcand, Allison Bohmann, Sabrina Laine, Donnie Corrigal, Ashley St. Denis, The Outlaws, Donnie Parenteau and many, many more!
In the storefront, we are carrying many new product lines including Epiphone, Ibanez, Marshall, Paiste, and Line 6. We also have access to a range of sound and recording equipment.
Our lessons department nearly doubled enrolment during the past year with approximately 150 students honing their skills on guitar, bass guitar, drums, violin, and piano. This coming year we plan to introduce Student Recording Packages.
We are always glad to see and hear from our SCMA friends. Please drop by our website: www.mosaicmusic.ca

News from Steve Gibson

February 1 - Over the summer Steve has been playing at different venues and putting a percentage of his earnings to one side to donate to Telemiracle. As of today he has raised over $400.00 and will be appearing on the Telemiracle show on march 6th or 7th. He will be singing his first release "Can't Stand Losing You Tonight". and handing a cheque over.
Steve feels very strongly about helping help less fortunate people than ourselves and especially when the people are close to home, like in this great Province Saskatchewan.
Lets hope that Steve and all his fellow performers on Telemiracle have a successful night.
Steve's web site: www.stevegibsonguitar.com

News from Codie Prevost

CODIE PREVOST AMONG WINNERS OF THE 9TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS
(www.independentmusicawards.com)

January 28 - Saskatchewan, Canada’s Codie Prevost is among a diverse group of independent artists named as Winners of the 9th Annual Independent Music Awards (IMA) headquartered out of Clifton, New Jersey, USA.. Prevost’s single “Spin” from his current album bearing the same title was named the winner in the Country Song of the Year category.
“Spin” written by Codie Prevost and OLE MUSIC PUBLISHING writer, Willie Mack, also garnered tremendous accolade at the 2009 Saskatchewan Country Music Association Awards when “Spin” won for Single of the Year, Song of the Year, as well as Album of the Year. In addition to the awards for single and album, Prevost was also honored with Fans Choice Entertainer of the Year, and Male Vocalist of the Year.
The winners in more than 50 album, song, music video and design categories selected from thousands of submissions from around the globe, were determined by a panel of 80 influential artists and industry pros including Shelby Lynne, Tom Waits, The Black Keys, Ricky Skaggs, Pete Wentz, Mark Hoppus, Aimee Mann, The Apples in Stereo, David Garrett, Suzanne Vega, Bettye LaVette, Judy Collins, Zooey Deschanel, M. Ward and Charlie Musselwhite.
“Spin” will be included in ‘Now Hear This’, the Independent Music Awards Winner CD compilation. Currently in production ‘Now Hear This’ will be serviced to thousands of college, public and commercial radio stations by radio promotion gurus The Planetary Group in early March.
On another Codie Prevost songwriting note, “Quicksand” also from Prevost’s current album SPIN, was recorded by Nashville based Grammy Award winning producer Randy Kohrs for Kohr’s current acoustic CD titled QUICKSAND which recently launched worldwide.
On Friday January 15th Randy debuted “Quicksand” from the stage of the Grand Ole Opry to a packed house including Emmy Lou Harris and Joe Diffie who were also on stage during that performance.

Important Changes Made To Saskatchewan Country Music Association balloting

January 27 - In an effort to reflect the growth of the Saskatchewan country music scene and to more emulate the standards and policy of the Canadian Country Music Association (C.C.M.A.), the Saskatchewan Country Music Association (S.C.M.A.) will split the radio-related SCMA Award categories into Major and Secondary market awards, commencing with the 2010 awards April 16-18 in Regina.

The split reflects the C.C.M.A.'s awards structure, however, while the C.C.M.A. splits the markets at 250,000 persons per the 2006 Canadian Census, the S.C.M.A. will use the 20,000 mark.  The 20,000 level will see a balance among stations in the Major and Secondary Market category.  Like all award categories, to be eligible for an award, each station will be required to hold a current S.C.M.A. membership.

The categories to be split into Major and Secondary Markets include; Station of the Year, On Air Personality, and Music Director.

The Major Market stations will potentially include (in order by population, subject to membership): 

 The Secondary Market stations will potentially include (in order by population, subject to membership): 

 For more information, please contact Ken Landers, President, Saskatchewan Country Music Association, (306)765-4202, or email: president@scma.sk.ca 

News from Steve Gibson

January 25 - STEVE GIBSON THE NEW GUY FROM NEWCASTLE ENGLAND, has just released his second single "Average Clown". His first release "Can't Stand Losing You Tonight" is being played across Canada and is now being played in the UK. Steve, who grew up with a guitar in his hand, got his inspiration very early in life from Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits and as time went on, developed his own unique style of guitar playing. He moved to Canada and set his roots firmly in Saskatchewan soil. Steve is working hard, writing songs and trying to get new sounds out of a guitar. I know we will be hearing a lot more from Steve
www.stevegibsonguitar.com

 

Concert News

A native of southwest Virginia, Ron Thomason founded the Dry Branch Fire Squad in 1976. To date, the band has recorded over twenty-one projects and performed at the most prestigious acoustic music venues and festivals in North America.  Currently working with Rounder Records, most bluegrass observers agree that Dry Branch's line-up is one of its strongest ever.  In addition to Ron Thomason on mandolin, guitar and lead vocals, other group members are: Brian Aldridge on guitar, mandolin and harmony vocals; Tom Boyd on banjo, dobro and harmony vocals; and Danny Russell on bass and harmony vocals. 

Musically, their starting point is classic bluegrass, to which they add a wide-ranging repertoire of vintage and contemporary sources.  These guys have been playing bluegrass stages for a long , long time.   Thomason's droll "country bumpkin" (but not really) monologues are also a big part of the band's show.  Audiences are not only filled with the emotions that stimulated the creation of bluegrass and mountain music but are also given a taste of the culture from which this music evolved.

http://www.drybranchfiresquad.com/

Dry Branch Fire Squad in Prince Albert:

Sunday, February 7, 2010

7:30 p.m.

E.A. Rawlinson Centre, 142 –12^th Street W, Prince Albert

$20, Students $10; available at the E.A. Rawlinson Box Office

306.765.1270 or 1.866.700.ARTS

Dry Branch Fire Squad in Dalmeny:

Monday, February 8, 2010

7:30 p.m.

JJ Loewen Centre, 206 Railway Avenue, Dalmeny

$15, Kids $5. available at:

Dalmeny Buy and Save Drug Mart, 130-3^rd St, 254-2144

Langham BabaLu’s Family Restaurant, 236 Main St E., 283-4955

Martensville Co-op Gas Bar, #8-7 Centennial Dr, 933-0390

Rosthern Bakery, 1020-6^th St, 232-4494

S’toon - Underdog Music Company, 212-2nd Ave N, 665-8364
S’toon - Long & McQuade, 721-43rd St E, 664-1966

Warman Corner Service, 101 Central St. W, 933-4772

News from Codie Prevost

Hey everyone Happy New Year!!!! 

I wanted to recap what all happened in 2009 with the Codie Prevost team. In January 2009 we began the Community Futures campaign that ran in Alberta & Saskatchewan and included radio and print media. I was asked to participate in this campaign because in 2005 I had taken a small business loan to record my album "The Road Ahead" thru Community Futures. I spent most of January and February doing radio interviews with stations that were running the CF radio ads as well as local newspapers where the CF offices are located. This is the first time that they have tried anything like this as far as advertising and they said it was a huge success. Cool!! I'm so happy I was a part of their success.

In March I got an invitation to go to Austin, Texas to perform a showcase at the 2009 SXSW Music Festival. The showcase was sponsored Country Line Magazine and some of the other performers were Jeffrey Steele, Brandon Ryder, Dale Watson as well as many other great artists. Also in March the band opened a show for the Oakridge Boys at TCU Place in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. To get to share the stage with such legends was pretty exciting. What a great night. 

The 2009 Saskatchewan Country Music Awards in Nipawin, Saskatchewan in April and it was an honor to receive so many awards between myself and my team. A big congratulation to Allison Tymiak (Fiddle Player of the Year), Alain Leblanc (Manager of the year), Charles Dumont (Drummer of the year) and the (Back-up Band of the Year) award went to the Codie Prevost Band. Congrats guys and thank you for working so hard this year. George Canyon and Blake Emmons were the special guests at the SCMA'S and it was awesome to get to hang out with those guys. Since then I have been to Nashville several times and got a chance to visit Blake many times. 

Summer 2009 is one I'll always remember as I got to experience a lot of firsts. We performed at Dauphin Countryfest (Neil McCoy, Tim McGraw), Extreme Country Fever in Grande Prairie (Jason Aldean, Aaron Lines), the Gateway Music Festival (Road Hammers, Higgins) in Bengough, the Redneck Rumble (Gord Bamford), in Smeaton at "Country For Kids", the CMA Festival in Nashville, and many other great shows. One of the biggest highlights of the summer for me was getting a chance to meet Jason Aldean at Extreme Country Fever. He’s a great guy, put on a heck of a show and has an awesome band! 

In September I attended the 2009 Canadian Country Music Awards Weekend in Vancouver. I showcased at the Shark Club as part of "East Meets West" which featured Canadian country singer from across the country. The other performers where Tennille, Blake Emmons, Aaron Pritchett, Kelly Brock, Carly Jo, Patrick Masse, Patrick Leblanc, Cathy Anne Mcklintock & Sandra Laratta. That same weekend I performed at the 2009 Socan Songwriters Circle. This is where four artists are on the stage at the same time and they share stories about their songs and then perform those songs for the crowd. I was delighted to share the stage with Victoria Banks, Dean Brody, and Dave Gunning. The next weekend I drove with my band to Brandon, Manitoba for the Western Canadian Awards Weekend. I did two radio interviews, one TV interview, performed three showcases, and had the chance to present the Socan Songwriter of the Year award to Romi Mayes at the awards gala. For sure a weekend to remember!

I spent a lot of the year on the road performing as well as traveling to Nashville to do some songwriting. So it seems appropriate that I finished off the year on Sean Hogan's Canadian Country Christmas tour just prior to Christmas. I was so glad to be a part of the tour and share the stage with Sue Medley, and Jamie Warren. The tour had stops in BC, Alberta & Saskatchewan. I got to start with them in Kelowna, BC from there we went on to perform in Prince George, Olds, Porcupine Plain, Fort McMurray and Peace River. After the tour ended on December 13th I got home to Saskatoon and performed at an event called "Songs For Supper" at the Refinery. It's an event that helps raise money for the Saskatoon Food Bank at Christmas time. 

New Years Eve was a blast this year as we performed at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon with Tyler Lewis, Wyatt, Doc Walker, and Deric Ruttan. They all put on great shows and there were so many people having a good time which was really great to see. 

Well in a nutshell those are some of the things I did in 2009. Thank you to everyone who came to the shows, booked me for shows, and has followed me in my career. You guys are what keeps me going!!!!

See you soon.
Codie
 

C.M.A.S. Bursary Fund

January 7- The Country Music Association of Saskatoon has created a Bursary Award to help give back to our participating CMAS members. We will be awarding one (1) deserving country music participating CMAS Member with a $1000.00 Bursary Award at the Steak Dinner Fundraiser on February 6th!

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS JANUARY 22, 2010

Click Here to see Guidelines and application

Deadline extension: Submissions must be in our office by 5pm Friday, January 15.

January 6 - SaskMusic is pleased to announce our 2010 compilation CD, following the success of the “In Tune: Saskatchewan 2008” promotional CD. This 2010 compilation is again intended for promotion and distribution to media and industry professionals, including some international markets. CDs will be distributed at music industry events like SXSW, CMW, NXNE and WCMA.

We are seeking material from emerging artists, or brand new material from established artists. We hope to include representation from all genres, and from across Saskatchewan.

http://www.scribd.com/doc/24861536/SaskMusic-InTune-Compilation-App-2010-PDF
http://www.scribd.com/doc/24861602/SaskMusic-InTune-Compilation-App-2010-Word-doc

Codie Prevost Performs With Sean Hogan’s 2009 Canadian Country Christmas Tour

November 29- As Christmas is defined as the “sprit of giving” no one does it better than the Canadian Country Artist. In its sixth successful year, 2009 multi S.C.M.A award winner Codie Prevost, who has just released his new Christmas single “Santa’s Got A New Ride” to radio nationwide, will join founder of the CANADIAN COUNTRY CHRISTMAS TOUR, Sean Hogan for dates across BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Having raised $85,000 for various charities in the past 5 years, Codie will participate, perform and continue to raise much needed funds for food banks, hospital foundations, service group organizations and clubs such as the Knights of Columbus, the Rotary Club, the United Way, the Children’s Development Centre and sometimes even high schools that are in need of assistance.
Codie’s first performance occurs in Kelowna, BC on November 30th, with additional performances in Prince George, BC; Olds, AB; Porcupine Plain, SK; Fort McMurray and Peace River, AB. He will take the stage with multi CCMA nominees and winners Sean Hogan, and Jamie Warren as well as the incomparable talent of JUNO winner Sue Medley. For a complete list of tour dates and organizations benefiting from the Canadian Country Christmas tour, visit www.canadiancountrychristmas.net

Join Codie during his Canadian Country Christmas tour adventures; enjoy the spirit of the Season with some of Canada’s most highly acclaimed country artists and assist them in raising awareness and funds that remain in the community where they perform.
www.codieprevost.com

Donny Parenteau going to the Olympics

November 29- Donny Parenteau has been selected to perform at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. See the write up from the Star Phoenix by clicking here.
Donny have also released his first Christmas tune ( I LOVE CHRISTMAS) which went out to radio November 10th.

Gospel recording artist Denise Gerein to release new CD “Child of God”

November 22- Denise Gerein is thrilled to release “Child of God”. Produced by Bart McKay (Bart McKay Productions), with CD package design by Derek Bachman (Greenduplex Productions), this is the Regina-based Gospel singer/songwriter’s 2nd independent CD, and features 10 original songs.

Denise is hosting CD release parties in Saskatoon (Friday, Dec. 4th @ Holy Spirit Parish, 7 – 9 pm) and in Regina (Sunday, Dec.13th @ the Gerein Centre, Holy Cross Parish, 7 – 9 pm). All are welcome! www.denisegerein.ca

News from Lorraine Hartsook

NEW CD TO BE RELEASED Nov. 21, 2009
"Lorraine Hartsook SINGS PATSY CLINE"

November 9 - Lorraine Hartsook is a Canadian international award-winning Country Gospel artist who has travelled extensively and is recognized for her rich, emotional performances on live stage, radio and television. Past awards such as “Country Gospel Album of the Year”, “Entertainer of the Year”, and “Female Vocalist of the Year” have truly led her to be a world class tribute artist.
Lorraine Hartsook “Sings Patsy Cline” is a tribute to one of the all- time legends of country music; a Honky Tonk angel with a big voice and a big heart. Fifteen greatest hits that will take you back in time with the lady and legend, Patsy Cline.
 

Website www.patsycline.ca   Gospel www.lorrainehartsook.com

News From P.A.C.M.A

November 6 - The Prince Albert Country Music Association will be holding it's annual Christmas Show on December 13th at the St. Mary's High School Theatre, starting at 2:30 P.M. admission is $10.00. Proceeds are going to the SPCA's New Leash on Life campaign to build a new Animal shelter in Prince Albert. We are looking for some additional singers! If you are interested in performing please contact me at 929-3365. I will need two songs, key, and a copy of the arrangement on CD.

submitted by John Quinn

News from the Regina & Southern Saskatchewan Country Music Association

November 3 - The RCMA reminds you that their Annual General Meeting and Songwriter’s Café will take place Sunday, November 15th at ‘The Exchange’, 2431 8th Avenue in Regina. Songwriter’s Café starts at 1:00 pm, AGM to follow directly after. If you are interested in country music, and would like to get involved with the chapter and the upcoming Awards weekend in Regina, please attend!

submitted by Bernie Hiebert

News from N.E.C.M.A.

November 2 -The NorthEast Country Music Association will be hosting their annual Christmas show on December 13th at 2pm at the Nipawin Evergreen Centre. Proceeds to the Nipawin Oasis Centre.

There is also a possibility of one the following Sunday, Dec 20th in Tisdale.  Stay tuned for more details!

submitted by Brenda Chute-Olde

News from the SCMA Awards Weekend Host Committee

November 1 - Attention songwriters! We are looking for submissions for the Songwriters Café at the 2010 Saskatchewan Country Music Awards Weekend in Regina April 18, 2010. If you are a Saskatchewan resident and a performing songwriter please contact Anthony Kelly: kelly6@sasktel.net  if you are interested in participating in this opportunity to share your original songs with an intimate audience. Deadline for submissions is Jan. 31, 2010.