Ivan Hicks Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

On August 25, during the evening finals of the Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Championship, Ivan was recognized at Nepean , ON where he received a Lifetime Achievement Award for his accomplishments in fiddle music. Ivan was a judge the first year The Canadian Grand Masters began in 1990, also in 1998 and again this year.

Lifetime Achievement Award candidates are selected by the Board of Directors on the basis of their having made an outstanding contribution to old time fiddling throughout their life. Along with his playing ability and wonderful connection with his audience, Ivan is well known for his work in the promotion and preservation of old time music. Past recipients include noted fiddlers such as Calvin Vollrath, AB, John Arcand, SK and New Brunswick fiddling legend, Ned Landry.

The purpose of The Canadian Grand Masters fiddling event is to give recognition to top fiddlers from all across Canada and to help promote and preserve old-time fiddle music. Competitors are by invitation only and must have placed in the top three of at least one major fiddling contest in the province or territory in which they live and are representing.

For over 60 years Ivan has been sharing his music and experience with fiddling fans throughout North America .

Country Frolic

Ivan and Vivian moved into their new home on March 11, 2005. They have welcomed many friends and visitors including motor coach tours. If you are going to be in the Moncton , New Brunswick area, plan to visit with them. They can accommodate up to 60 people, provide a lunch or full course meal, and a rousing house party. Bring your instruments, songbooks and dancing shoes and join in the fun.

Reservations required.

Contact Ivan or Vivian for further details.
ph/fax: (506) 386-2996
ivan@ivanhicks.com

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