Hixon Bluegrass & Country Jamboree

May 18-20,2018
An amazing and wonderful event, with music that was top of the line, dancing, instructionals that were fun, fun, fun and people that were so wonderful it made you want it to go on and on. The jamming made you never want to sleep and the food was all you ever wanted it to be.
Positive comments are flowing in and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Our many many thanks to all of the bands, volunteers and people who came with their smiles and desire for happy times! Hoping to see a repeat of happy times next year!

Instructionals 2018

(included in price)

banjo
basic guitar
fiddle
mandolin
rhythm guitar
stand up bass
ukulele
vocals
line dancing

Vocals

Instructor - Kenny J (Maddog) Maddox (Chainsaw Boys)
Friday, Saturday & Sunday

With his first love being singing, Ken “Maddog” Maddox is a true performer. Primarily a strong vocalist and skilled Acoustic and Electric guitar player, Ken is competent on upright and electric Bass, Mandolin and Harmonica. Skilled in many genres of music adds immeasurable impact to his Vocal performances.
Musical influences include, Englebert Humperdink, Elvis Presley, the Beatles, Willy Nelson, George Strait, Tom Jones and more. Born & raised in S.W. Ontario, a desire to travel Canada brought him to Alberta in the 70’s and later to Prince George BC. Several years ago his decision to go single helped him gain personal confidence and expertise to improve his vocal and instrument skills. He maintains a constant quest to keep his repertoire current by daily practice and rigid dedication to improvement.
Voice training is an ongoing everyday exercise to properly prepare a sound singing voice. This course will cover only the basics of voice training, entertaining and the necessities to be happy and successful in your quest to be a vocalist. The limited time frame will only allow us to cover a few exercises and methods to take away and improve your own vocal desires. Please come prepared to openly participate with an explanation of your vocal background, expectations of the course and any questions you may have.