About this Event
Confessions of a Serial Songsmith
Bruce Coughlan has led a life of musical adventure, from busking on street corners to performing on Parliament Hill on Canada Day (2008) he has spent the past 50 years fully engaged as a performing artist.
Recently dubbed “The Bard of BC” Bruce has been preserving much of Pacific Canadian History in song for over 30 years.
With 15 albums to his credit and awards too numerous to mention, Bruce is now celebrating his own incredible journey in story and song.
Quotes:
“A troubadour, whose music is inspired by our folk traditions, Bruce has created a body of work that is contemporary, original and an important contribution in advancing the practice of Canadian folk music.”
– Jennifer Iredale, Former Director, Heritage BC
“There is something reassuring and timeless about his music which follows in the footsteps of singers like Gordon Lightfoot, Stompin’ Tom Connors, and Stan Rogers...”
- Yvonne Zacharias, Vancouver Sun
“His songwriting and performing are world class. Whether your interest is BC history, traditional songs, Scottish content new and old, or drop of the hat inclusion of songs from the 60's folk era to today, you are bound to enjoy. If you have Bruce, you have a party.
– Tark Hamilton, Deep Cove Folk Club
Event venue & nearby stays
Parksville Museum, 1245 Island Highway East, Parksville, Canada
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