Our time in Campbell River was spent working on Michael’s house. There were a few visits with friends – but we were working during the days into the evenings to improve the property. It was nice as Michael and I worked together, a nice foreshadow of us working together to build our retirement home in…
Tag: Vancouver Island
Campbell River, Vancouver Island – Michael’s Coming Home
Michael walked me through his life of 20 plus years lived in Campbell River……. S, xo Along the shore… His home where he raised his children. Michael made that sign many years ago that is still there!! So many eagles…. This is his airplane (in storage at Christine’s place) I’m going to learn how to…
Campbell River, Vancouver Island – Welcomed by Coastal Mountains and Wood Carved Statues!
We made our from Courteney to Campbell River and were welcomed by the breathtaking beauty of coastal mountains located across the Georgia Strait and on the mainland as well as creative talent of the many wood carved statues throughout the town! S, xo Coastal mountains pictures! Some of the AMAZING wood carvings!
Courteney, Vancouver Island – Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 5 – Part V – The Music – Ry Cooder
I was backstage, volunteering during this performance. I snuck out and was able to take a few pictures and get a wee bit of video. I was familiar with Ry Cooder’s name. I wasn’t sure what music of his I was familiar with until I read his write up in the Musicfest program. He was…
Courteney, Vancouver Island – Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 5 – Part IV – The Music – Slide Guitar Styles and History
This was a must see!! In a barn at that!! There was a line-up….. Lester Quitzau, Chuck Campbell, Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley, The Bros, Landreth ad Dave Kelly blew away the crowd with their skilled guitar techniques and vocals!!! Be prepared for awesomeness!!!! S, xo
Courteney, Vancouver Island – Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 5 – Part III – The Music – Larry Campbell & Theresa Williams
We made our way from the Woodland Stage, walked by the Concert Bowl then onward to check out some blues at The Grierson Stage. Enjoy!!!! S, xo
Courteney, Vancouver Island – Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 5 – Part II – The Music – David Amram
This jazz musician, composer, author, story teller, and wanderer has befriended Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie….. S, xo
Courteney, Vancouver Island – Volunteering at Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 5 – Part I
Today was music during the day – Performer Services – what I call Backstage Food Services – because that is what it is – 7:00pm-12:30am shift! Music will be a separate blog! The day started with a few more campers filling the volunteer lot. Some time in the sun: Some food vendor PULLED PORK POUTINE!!!…
Courteney, Vancouver Island – Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 4 – The Music – Part IX – Walk Off The Earth – What A Show!!!!
Walk Off The Earth was a surprise. This slick, tight cover group were fun with a great light show. Their own songs were fun too! To me, as I write this after the festival….this band was the most captivating in light show, musical talent and innovative ways of singing their own songs and cover songs…
Courteney, Vancouver Island – Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 4 – The Music – Part VIII – The StepCrew!!! Total Fun!
The StepCrew were A LOT of fun! These dynamic performers dance, sing and are champion fiddle players!!! You can’t stay still!!!! If you’re having a bad day, watch these videos!! You’ll feel happier in seconds!!!! S, xo
