College hosts Aug. 28 Ian Tyson concert

Singer-songwriter Ian Tyson

   Legendary singer-songwriter Ian Tyson brings his distinctive sound to the University of Wyoming campus for a special concert Friday, Aug. 28.
   The UW College of Education is sponsoring Tyson's concert, which begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Fine Arts Concert Hall. Tickets are $35 for adults, $25 for students and seniors. They are available by calling (307)766-6666 or by visiting the Fine Arts Center Ticket Office.
   Tyson celebrates five decades of performing during his 2009 tour. With shows planned from coast to coast in both Canada and the United States, He continues to keep his loyal fans in awe with songs that range from his classics Four Strong Winds, Someday Soon and Navajo Rug to his newest works which he continues to write with inspired vigor.
   In addition to his long solo career, Tyson is also known as a member of the popular singing duo, Ian and Sylvia.
   Tyson has long been one of Canada's most respected singer-songwriters. A pioneer who began his career in the early days of the first folk boom in the '60s, he was one of the first Canadians to break into the American popular music market. In the years that followed he hosted his own TV show, recorded some of the best "folk" albums ever made, quit the music business and became after years of backbreaking work a rodeo rider and a successful rancher.
   At age 75, Tyson maintains a busy touring performance schedule which he combines with the work on his Alberta ranch, which is nestled in the foothills of the Rockies south of Calgary.
 

Posted on Wednesday, August 12, 2009