Jamboree 2009

We have some great entertainment lined up. You will notice some old faithfuls who have dedicated themselves to the Jamboree. We also have some that haven’t been with us for a number of years. Also we are sure you will enjoy the new bands that we have for you. So come with your dancing shoes on and ready to kick up your heels.

LORI LARSEN is one of Erickson's local entertainers. Lori sings Country and is always willing and able to help us out when ever she's asked.

WESTERN STRINGS is an Old Time Country band from Neepawa. Leader Don Strelzyck has been playing in the area for many years. Donald's two sons, Mike and Chris , have played with him since they were old enough to stand on the stage. Fiddle player Ray of Glenella and a guitar/vocal entertainer as yet unnamed will accompany them. Get your dancing shoes on.

ADELE & BILL will be performing for us on Saturday. Bill Roncin from McCreary is a well-known singer/musician who performed for the Jamboree a few years ago. Accompanying Bill in 2009 will be Adele from Kelwood on guitar and keyboard. She has performed at the Dauphin Fair and Hoof and Holler Days in Ste. Rose and many other venues.

OWEN SELLMAN , from McCreary can really belt out those great country tunes. Sorry to tell you girls, he is engaged to be married but come and applaud his performance anyway.

D'ARCY & MICK hail from Alonsa.

SKYKLAD is a singing group from Onanole, consisting of Deanna Dupuis, Sherri Carter, Pam Ryznar and Lisele Lindsay with acoustic guitar accompaniment. These girls have brought pleasure to many in the Erickson, Onanole area with their harmonies. We welcome them to the Jamboree stage.

GLORIA MUTCH from Riding Mountain will have us laughing with her own special brand of Farm Humor. All of you women married to farmers will understand and really appreciate her humor. Gloria will brighten up our day.

GENERATION GAP will return to us from Winnipeg . These four talented musicians will have you all up on the dance floor once again. We appreciate the long distance they travel to give us some fine entertainment.

NUTHIN BUT TROUBLE , that talented band from Brandon returns to brighten up our Saturday evening. Check out their website www.nuthinbuttrouble.com . for some news and views on Biker Mike and the gang.

CLARISSA PARR from Rapid City joins us again for a few songs. We heard Clarissa sing again last February and she just keeps getting better and better. Welcome back Clarissa.

THE McKILLOPS are a group that most people in the Erickson, Onanole area have enjoyed at one time or another. They are always ready to share their talent for a good cause so we welcome them once again to the Jamboree. There is so much young talent to showcase and we are lucky to have this group.

ELVIS comes to us from Glenella , MB . I personally am an old Elvis fan from way back and I look forward to enjoying the Elvis show at the Jamboree.

THE SMOKEY HOLLOW BAND is back. I guess you could call them the Jamboree House Band. They have been with us from day one of the Jamboree and each year we enjoy their own special music. They just keep getting better and better.

GEOFFREY GILMER has sung on the Jamboree stage before this year he brings us his Wildhorse Band also. Geoffrey was National Winner of the Bud Talent Contest a few years ago. The Wildhorse Band accompanied Geoffrey when he recorded a CD following the Bud win. Over the years they have played with other bands, but are coming back together for the Jamboree this year. We look forward to their performance.

GEORGE & RAY are no strangers to the Jamboree stage. This year George is back to sing those special songs of his with Ray as his perfect backup. Accompanying them will be some great, world - class jig dancers who will delight everyone.

COOKED & DONE & THE ROAD CREW are back for there 11 th year. The Jamboree would not be complete without these great performers, George, Shawnda, Russ, Bonnie, Les and our own 26cent girl Joan. We'll miss you Linda. They may even have some surprise singers with them. You will also find them helping out with other Jamboree tasks.

THE ADREINNE GAUDRY BAND from Brandon performed for us last year under the name Midnight Whiskey. At that time they were gracious enough to fill in for us following a last minute cancellation of another band. They put on a great show for us and we look forward to having them back in 2009.

 

 CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINMENT

KAZOO, LUCKY AND L'IL ZOO our very own Jamboree Clowns are back. They have been putting a smile on the children's faces for quite a number of years now. Last year Li'l Zoo just took over the main stage and became the star of the show. I know they have been busy getting their routine together and we look forward to enjoying their time with us.

THE MONEY MOUNTAIN , that huge pile of sand filled with treasure. A lot of kind folks have dropped their spare change into the Money Mountain Jars in order for all you children to hunt for treasure. Remember the Canteen has lots of treats for you.

THE LOGAN EXPRESS with Engineer Craig and his able conductor Sandra is rolling into Erickson for the Jamboree. When you hear the whistle and the All Aboard, be sure to be there for a fun ride. Be sure to obey all the rules as this a special train to teach safety.

THE MINIATURE HORSES From Clanwilliam will be here on Saturday. The Hodgson Family of Clanwilliam will be driving their special teams and wagons for all to enjoy.