The Hudson Bay Allied Arts Council sponsors Stars for Saskatchewan and Koncerts for Kids concert series which bring professional performing artists to the community. The concert series have featured such diverse performances as Globe and Persephone Theaters, Spanish guitarists, pianists, musical comedy groups, wind trios, string quartets and popular performers such as Gary Fjellgaard, Sylvia Tyson, Murray McLaughlin, Valdy and Shirley Eikhard. The children in the community have been entertained by the lively Koncerts for Kids series highlighted by captivating performances by Victoria’s Kaleidoscope Story Theater, Halifax’s Jest in Time, puppet shows, Kim and Jerry Brodey, Eric Nagler and the Musula concert for kids.
The Allied Arts Council also participates in the organization of Saskatchewan Arts Council’s Art on the Move which tours works by Saskatchewan artists and the permanent collections of such agencies as Saskatchewan Sport and the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation. These art displays have been particularly valuable to Hudson Bay schools which have toured hundreds of children through the exhibits.
The Hudson Bay Arts Council attempts to bring a variety of arts to our community. Several times a year they bring an art or “visual art” show to Hudson Bay. They also host three or four concerts of live performers each year. They try to bring a variety of both art and live performers so that people are introduced to new ideas and music, as well as the things they love, close to home. They want all residents of Hudson Bay and area to enjoy “the arts” in an affordable fashion and so try very hard to keep their ticket prices as reasonable as possible.
Tickets can be bought for each individual show, and they sell “season tickets” in late summer/early fall. Season tickets give you a cheaper price to each of the live artist performances.
The Allied Arts Council also hosts the Carol Festival and try to showcase local talent whenever possible. They have had some local talent open for our performing artists and they host an art show every other year for the visual arts.
Funds are raised through ticket sales and a yearly raffle, as well they are dependent on grants and donations.
Stars for Saskatchewan 2009 – 2010 Season
True Jive Pluckers
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 – 7:30 p.m.
Hudson Bay Composite High School Drama Area
When violinist Ed Minevich, guitarist Jack Semple, and bassist Steve McLellan get together over a pint and burger, the conversation will inevitably turn to the discussion of great music and the thrill of performing. It was on one such evening, that they came up with the idea of forming a trio with a musical palette that would meld all their varied, favourite genres. This includes a broad spectrum of music, since each brings to the trio his own vast and diverse musical experience including Jazz, Blues, Tango, Classical, Klezmer – you name it. The true Jive Pluckers have bee selling out the house. These are three guys with a lot of pluck! www.truejivepluckers.com
Steven Palmer
Saturday, February 20, 2010 – 8:00 p.m.
Legion Hall – Beach Head Lounge
Forty years as a traveling musician is a lot of road, and Steven Palmer is still playing and still touring. Grown enough to sing about life and simple pleasures with all the unhurried authority of a quiet and simple folk-singing road-survivor. Sometimes compared to Hoyt Axton, Leonard Cohen or John Prine, the echoes of Doc Watson remain clear on his albums “Roots and Strings”, “From Here to Nashville”, and his newest independent release “Morning Road”. Steven Palmer’s ‘original and traditional’ music can set your toes tapping. His unique blend of ragtime, blues and down home folk music will appeal to anyone with a pulse. “A gently timbered voice with heartfelt lyrics backed by some very stellar playing.” – Gary Fjellgaard. “Palmer is a terrific guitar player; you can savour every affectionate moment. His voice has a cozy, soothing quality. I’m reminded of another acoustic icon, Gordon Lightfoot.” – Kim Burns Overground Underground. www.spmusic.ca
Chuck & Albert
Friday, March 26, 2010 – 7:30 p.m.
Hudson Bay Composite High School Drama Area
Canadian Comedy Award and East Coast Music Award nominees Chuck & Albert are no strangers to the art of total entertainment. Multi – instrumentalist, fluently bilingual and consummate showmen, PEI’s dynamic duo create performances combining high-energy comedy and first rate dance numbers with the upbeat foot-stomping music of their PEI Acadian roots. Clean, creative and highly interactive, Chuck & Albert offer audiences an engaging insight into one of Canada’s liveliest cultures. www.chuckandalbert.com
The Gruff
Sunday April 11, 2010 – 7:30 p.m.
Hudson Bay Composite High School Drama Area
From old-time country; from bluegrass to good old rock and roll; these young songwriters harmonize, sing and shout songs of joy, sorrow and everything in between. With their easy, comfortable stage presence and their obvious delight in performance, The Gruff bring a smile to every audience. Their extensive experience shines through song of love, heartache, travel and hard work, interspersed with traditional tunes picked up over their various journeys. Every song has a story behind it, and the audiences learn more about the band through charismatic stage banter. This group’s chemistry is apparent and engaging. www.thegruff.com
