Norwood Country Jamboree

Norwood Country Jamboree
https://allevents.in/havelock/7th-annual-norwoo…

July 18-21 2024
$130/person, includes camping
Gates open for camping Tuesday @ 8 am.
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First night was a blast. The weather was cool, so no worries about leaving the birds outside. Music was great by all performers. Brent Jones was a surprise guest - and a double surprise for me. I went to public school with him. I never knew he had such a great voice though!

Night two started off great, with Phil Denault. A powerful voice, and more upbeat tunes. The downhill slide began when he brought his wife out for a kenny/dolly duet. Not that she couldn't sing, but too high pitched for country. They did a couple more and it did not get any better.

The evening headliner was Sylvie Rioux. She was a little person, with a wonderful, powerful voice, a great sense of humour, and a strong french accent. I could have handled it with most songs, but she did Crazy. Not a song that most people should even attempt. Makes me feel contempt. She could hit the high notes pretty well, but the accent threw it all off. Add in the overactive mosquitoes, and I called it an early night.

Saturday started off key with Bart Lynch, but improved by leaps and bounds when Stewart Irvine hit the stage. He brought the music up to the early 2000's with Alan Jackson and Sammy Kershaw. Great job!

The final act of the weekend was Yvan Petit, who has a lovely, rich voice, and absolutely nailed every song he sang. He mixed it up quite well, spanning the ages up to the 90's.

Camping was pretty great on the edge of the park, with lots of green space, playground, and splash pad. Just a short walk to the arena/food/bathrooms and concert area. They also did a shuttle 'bus' for those further away. They even had a few power spots available.

It was a fantastic weekend, with great weather, music, and friendly people. I'd definitely do this one again someday.En savoir plus