OTTAWA BLUES SOCIETY - "ON THE ROAD TO MEMPHIS" - IBC (2010)

The Ottawa Blues Society (OBS) is proud to announce we will again participate in the Blues Foundation’s “International Blues Challenge” (IBC). OBS will host a local “Blues Challenge” competition for “Band” category, with the winner going to Memphis, TN from January 20-23, 2010, to compete as our representative in the 26^th International Blues Challenge.

Tucson's - 2440 Bank Street (at Hunt Club), Ottawa, ON

Semi-Finals:

ROUND #1 -Wed., September 16, 7:00 p.m.

Sweet & The Backbeat
Jesse Greene Band
Pat Johnson & Hard Pushin' Papa
Mumbo Jumbo Voodoo Combo

ROUND #2 -Wed., September 23, 7:00 p.m.

Rocket Rached & The Fat City 8
Wicked Grin
Phlegm
Drew Nelson Band


FINALS

Friday, September 25, 7:00 p.m.

Four Finalists – the two highest-scoring bands from each Semi-Final Round

During the local competition, bands will be judged by the same criteria used for the International Competition in Memphis. Each band will provide a 25-minute performance and be judged by regional volunteers knowledgeable about The Blues. A $5.00 cover charge at the door applies and will serve as fundraising support for travel and accommodation expenses for the winning OBS representative.

For further information:

Debra Thornington, Director - Tel: 819-684-4984

Email: debra@ottawabluessociety.com

Liz Sykes, President - Tel: 613-521-8798 Email: lizsykes@rogers.com

http://www.ottawabluessociety.com/road2memphis.php

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