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John Arcand Fiddle Fest Roof Fund Fundraising Events
Past Fundraising Events
July 10, 2010 – Free Family Fun Day- Saskatoon, SK
November 10, 2009 – Metro's Christmas Charity Show - Saskatoon, SK
April 5, 2009 – John Arcand Fiddle Fest Roof Fund Change Challenge
ARE YOU IN FOR THE ‘CHALLENGE’?
(31 days can = $10,000.00 and the ROOF can be built)
Register now for the Change Challenge and you could win a pair of weekend passes to the 12th Annual John Arcand Fiddle Fest. YES!! It’s that easy.
The challenge is; for the month of March (just 31 days) to save all your change, and then either bring it to the April 5th concert drop off location or call us to arrange pick up. Out of province? Not a problem, you can still register and participate just call us to make arrangements.
Remember, it’s a challenge – We’re challenging YOU – you need to challenge someone else. Have some fun…family, friends, co-workers, classmates, community groups, the folks at your local jam session, or the gym you go to .. there’s no limit. Make it fun. Let us know who you've challenged. We want your stories on how your challenge went! Send us your pictures…we want to have a lot of fun with the challenge and sharing it’s success, so we are planning a spread in the June edition of the Fiddle Flyer and will publish as much as we can at that time.
You can register today on line at below or by calling us at (306) 382-0111.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Remember a little change can make a BIG difference!
April 5, 2009 – Together.... Again - Saskatoon, SK
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March 11, 2009 – Bruce Molsky in Concert with Special Guests Lonetree Road- Saskatoon, SK
Wow! We couldn’t be more pleased. The John Arcand Fiddle Fest R.O.O. F. Fund presents International Recording artist “Bruce Molsky” live in concert for one show only. For those of you lucky enough to have ever experienced one of Bruce’s performances we know you’re an avid follower, for those of you who do not know his incredible talent and repertoire, check out the c.d.’s at www.brucemolsky.com/store – order one – listen to one tune and you’ll be hooked! A musician of this caliber does not come to Saskatoon often and this is one show you do not want to miss! Mark your calendar now! Flights are cheap - book one - gas, well that’s another story – but trust us, this show will be worth the drive. Get your tickets today!
The incredible stylings of this man’s music leaves me in awe! Having worked with him a few times, I was inspired to write the Bruce Molsky Waltz (Traditionally Yours) and Bruce has recorded some of my originals and some of my Dad’s traditional stuff. I can not tell you the pride and honor it will be to share the stage with this man…. - John Arcand
ABOUT BRUCE
Bruce Molsky has been exploring traditional music over a range of cultures for decades, synthesizing and refracting them through his own evolving sensibilities to the point where they are transformed into a sound that is uniquely his. While most closely identified with traditional American old-time music, Molsky’s mastery of fiddle, banjo, guitar and song reflects everything from Appalachian soul to Delta Blues; the haunting strains of Irish music to the similar haunting, but toe-tapping Métis tunes – he even throws bluegrass into the mix!
“It used to be that there was bluegrass, and there was old-time, and never the two shall meet”, jokes master fiddler Bruce Molsky. “Old-time music, was down-home, dance music, but while Bill Monroe drew substantially on it to create bluegrass, he also created a genre known for its showmanship. I use this and all styles and mix them up in any performance I can”.
Recording artist Bruce Molsky comes at southern roots and blues on fiddle, banjo, guitar and song with great depth of spirit. Known for his collaborations with musicians of other cultures, his wide-angled approach to traditional folk music has influenced a generation of players.
". . . brings a humble elegance and keen intellect to old-time music.”
- Boston Globe
"Molsky plays tunes and sings lyrics that will move you in ways that might surprise you."
- Allmusic Guide
"His urbane introductions reveal a musician who savours the source of the music ... and the effortlessness with which he melds fiddle and vocals ..."
- The Irish Times
". . . old-time music's answer to Ry Cooder."
- Minneapolis Star-Tribune
January 30, 2009 – Perogy Supper and Old Time Dance - Saskatoon, SK
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November 14, 2008 – Fundraising Show and Dance - Eatonia, SK
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October 26, 2008 – Fundraising Concert "An Afternoon with Gord Stobbe"
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The “Big Bear Fiddle” fundraising raffle concluded on the final day of the 2008 Festival. It raised a little more than $25,000. The grand prize of a one of a kind fiddle created by John Arcand, adorned with a scroll carved by Bill Kalyn in the likeness of Big Bear went to Jan Lafournaise of Saskatoon. The second prize of $1,000 went to William Schlekewy of St. Walburg and Dawson Creek, BC’s, Wendy Wiseman took home the third prize “Fiddling Around” quilt crafted by Marlee Ritchie.
October 15, 2007 – It’s Fiddler on the Roof – for a Roof!
In support of the R.O.O.F. Fund Roof Over Our Festival (a capital campaign) to raise $300,000.00 to build a permanent roof for the John Arcand Fiddle Fest, John Arcand himself will be put on the roof the First Sask. Credit Union, 309-22ND Street East, downtown, Saskatoon, Monday, October 15th, and fiddle up there until we raise enough money to get him down!!
Please come down and make a donation. And, help us by spreading the word. Be creative. Think of ways you can raise money to help get him off the roof. Collect from fellow workers in your office, your car pool, friends, family, businesses…challenge others you know to do the same – WE NEED YOUR HELP!!
John and Freddie Pelletier will be up lifted up to the roof top at 11:30 and the sounds of sweet fiddle music will fill the air of downtown Saskatoon. Come and see Saskatoon’s own “Fiddler on a Roof”.
CJWW’s Rod Kitter will be there live on location helping us spread the word, come down day hi and enjoy Tim Horton’s coffee and donuts.
Purchase your coffee in an environmentally friendly Fiddle Fest travel mug for only $5.00 and keep the mug!
It’s also your chance to get your Ticket on the Big Bear Fiddle Raffle and see this incredible piece of art and amazing instrument on display. Details on the raffle at www.johnarcandfiddlefest.com
Hope to see you at First Sask. Credit Union, corner of 3rd Avenue and 22nd Street, downtown, Saskatoon, Monday, October 15th for FIDDLER ON A ROOF – FOR A ROOF!
June 9th, 2007 – Donation Garage Sale
- Special thanks to the Filipino Community Church for allowing us the use of their facility to hold this event.
- Special thanks to Terry Haugrud and Midwest Transport for the use of their semi trailer to store and haul items in.
- A HUGE thank you to the many friends and volunteers who willingly gave up many hours for preparation, working the sale and were able to be there at 6 a.m. to set up.
- And, of course thanks to all who generously donated items.
May 16th, 2007 – Sock Hop and Silent Auction
- Special thanks for John and Shirley Tomchuk for taking the initiative to organize this event. And also to the many volunteers, the silent auction donors and Big John’s Music Service for providing the great 50’s and 60’s hits.
March 24th 2007- Family Old Time Dance and Silent Auction
- Special thanks for Bannock Country for donating their music to this event, as well as all the volunteers and supporters – a great time was had by all!
If you have a fundraising idea, are interested in putting on a fundraising event, would like to volunteer or help with the ongoing capital campaign in any capacity, please contact Vicki Arcand, Festival Director, at windy.acres@sasktel.net or call 382-0111.
Current Fundraising Events
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