Here We Go Canada February 12, 2010

It's opening day of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and a great day to be a proud Canadian. Tonight's opening ceremonies will feature a multitude of musical talent with an emphasis on West Coast artists. This means our stock in local culture takes a huge jump so lets run with it.

JUNO AWARDS

The Provincial Capital Commission (PCC) and Downtown Victoria Business Association (DVBA) have initiated a review of an opportunity to host a future JUNO Awards celebration in the Capital Region.

In August 2009, PCC and DVBA invited Music BC’s Executive Director Bob D’Eith to lead the review and consult with local stakeholders and community leaders. MUSIC BC successfully hosted the 2009 JUNO Awards celebration in Vancouver.

So far the idea has been well received but now they need to hear from the general public. In addition to inviting your input on this opportunity, their web-site will provide you with information about what the JUNO Awards are all about and answer some of the questions that have been raised in their first phase on consultation.

Please take the time to fill out the survey (click on link below). MUSIC BC will be preparing a final report on the opportunity for the PCC and DVBA this spring. Your ideas and comments will help shape the final recommendations.

Victoria Music Awards

Todays Facebook update: Acoustic Love Timmy's Telethon 1997

PARTY TIME

It's been a while since we've had a good old fashioned social event so "Lightning" Len Siemens and Ernie Neiderer have secured the Prince Edward Legion (Langford Legion) Auditorium for a Victoria Music Hall of Fame fundraiser and dance on Saturday April 24, 2010. Both Lightning Express and Cruel Shoes Rock "N" Blues Band will perform with some "special guests" sitting in throughout the evening. Ticket are $15. each or 2 for $20. and will be available Friday February 26th. Mark that date in your calendar and check back to find out how to get your tickets, it'll be a blast.

R&B Fest

It's that time of year again when Sharon Wadsworth and John Fisher produce the R & B Fest, Saturday February 27 at Hermann's on View St. Tickets are available by e mailing [email protected]. Proceeds go towards the "NEED CRISIS AND INFORMATION LINE" and it's a small venue that always sells out so get your tickets now!

FACEBOOK

Have you been to the Royal City Music Project on Facebook yet? Sign up to be a fan! Got friends on Facebook? Make sure you tell them about us!

GEORGE BENSON

The 26th TD Victoria International Jazzfest opens with 10 time Grammy Award winner George Benson at the Royal Theatre Friday June 25, 2010. Tickets are now on sale at all McPherson Box Office locations.