| Dear P, It's been one heck of a summer here at Cantos as we continue to build momentum for the National Music Centre project while keeping the music happening with programs and partnerships throughout the city and across the country! See this issue for stories on an exciting partnership with the JUNO Awards, new school programs, the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame and much more! Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame - Stampede 2010 | |  It was 10 days of music, memorabilia and magic at the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame during this year's Stampede. With revitalized exhibits, the addition of the Ray Griff Songwriters' Stage, the High Noon Concert Series and visits by Michelle Wright, the Good Brothers and others, Cantos was thrilled with the outcome. |
Canada Day at Fort Calgary: Music Nation Celebration | |  Cantos teamed up with Fort Calgary to bring more than 10,000 Calgarians a day filled with music and fun. |
The Search for Great Canadian Music Stories | |  The search for great Canadian music stories takes President and CEO Andrew Mosker and Collections Manager Jesse Moffatt to Penetanguishene, Ontario |
National Music Centre Partners with CARAS and JUNO Awards | |  The National Music Centre project made a big splash in Ontario this summer with a unique partnership with the Canadian Association of Recording Arts and Sciences and the JUNO Awards. |
Stampede Stomp and Strum Fundraiser a Success! | |  Cantos hosted its first ever Stampede fundraiser on Parade Day July 9, 2010. More than 250 folks moseyed down to the Cantos breezeway to enjoy some good eats, fine drinks (sponsored by Willow Park Wines and Spirits), face painting, balloon animals, cotton candy and, of course, tons of great music. |
Cantos Expertise Sought in Electronic Musical Instruments Dictionary | |  A team of Cantos and external experts, led by Jesse Moffatt, Manager of Collections and Artifact Care, has been charged with the monumental task of editing and updating the Electronic Instruments section of the Groves Dictionary of Musical Instruments. |
National Music Centre Brand | | Caribou visits Cantos
 After nearly a year of research, consultation, design, revision and approvals, we are finally ready to unveil the National Music Centre brand. |
Instruments to the Stars | | Cantos pianos get star treatment this summer
 Our illustrious rental instruments were played by some international superstars this summer. |
Playing Her Part: Dianne Kerr | | Cantos Volunteer in Profile
 When Cantos took custodianship of the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame in 2009, there was a steep learning curve. Thank goodness for Dianne Kerr! |
New Education Programs Aimed at Teens and Adults | |  The programming team worked hard this summer on the development of a new program and a re-vamp of an existing one to broaden our offering to teens and adults. |
Festival Fabulous | |  Cantos spent some quality time with Alberta music lovers this summer with appearances at the Calgary Folk Music Festival, the Canmore Folk Festival and the Calgary International Blues Festival. |
NMC's East Village Partner Wants Your Input! | |  St. Patrick's Island needs you. This 30-acre island situated in the Bow River is currently one of the least used parks in Calgary and this is your chance to help change that. |
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