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The Edgewater Recreation Society is excited to host its first annual East Coast Kitchen Party and Dance at Frank’s Rink on July 20.
The event will feature the traditional fiddle music of Gordon Stobbe and JJ Guy. There will be called dances and partner dances, so don’t be shy because experience is not necessary.
Come and enjoy an evening of East Coast music and fun for the whole family. Besides all the dancing, there will be a silent auction and beer garden.
Gordon Stobbe is a celebrated fiddler, composer, and music educator hailing from Nova Scotia. With a career spanning several decades, Stobbe has made significant contributions to the Canadian folk music scene.
He is well known for his television work, including his role on the CBC’s “Up Home Tonight” and his instructional series “Fiddle Video Magazine.”
Stobbe has also published several books on fiddle instruction and has been a key figure in promoting traditional music through workshops and performances across Canada. In 2017, he was awarded the Order of Canada for his “commitment to the preservation of fiddle music as a performer, composer and teacher.”
JJ Guy is a Saskatchewan-born fiddler acclaimed for his dynamic playing style and deep connection to prairie fiddling traditions.
He has performed extensively throughout Canada, both as a solo artist and in collaboration with other musicians. His dedication to teaching and preserving Canadian fiddle music has made him a beloved figure in the folk music community.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dancing begins at 7 p.m.
There will be a beer garden available for those looking to enjoy a refreshing beverage while soaking in the lively atmosphere.
Tickets are available by donation by emailing [email protected]. They can also be acquired at Pip’s Country Store in Edgewater and Bighorn Cafe in Radium Hot Springs.
