The most recent edition of Yorkton’s Sidewalk Concert Series took place this evening (Wednesday).
This week Jackie Guy took to the sidewalk to headline the performance.
Guy, from Yorkton, is afive-time Saskatchewan Country Music association award nominee, who grew up with music as part of her life.
“Guy’s father was instrumental in encouraging her passion for music, purchasing a bass guitar for her in the fifth grade. Her humble beginnings with the family band led to stints with Young Country and Long Shot, and then to a solo career that continues to present her with songwriting and performing opportunities that have not only surprised her at times but also have developed and challenged her as an artist,” notes her website bio.
The series, arranged by the Yorkton Arts Council (YAC), features 13 half-hour performances at private driveways around the city through July and August.
The concerts have been organized in-part to replace the park parties which have usually been organized by the Community Development, Parks & Recreation Department City of Yorkton for summer entertainment.
Previous concerts have included Saltcoat’s Katie Morgan and Yorkton’s Angus Vincent.
