Red Deer Blues Society

08/30/2026

Hey Blues Fans,
One of our own had a stroke on stage last spring and thanks to all of the people who knew what to do, he's still with us! He's been taking his rehab seriously and has gone from completely paralyzed on his left side to being able to get around with his wheelchair.
It's not quite a good fit though, as it's causing him a lot of pain. I started this Go Fund Me for his friends to help to access some of the medical equipment he needs.
This biggest challenge is the wheelchair, then there's smaller things like a hand exerciser glove that you just put on and it helps to exercise your hand and prevent it from contracting into a closed position.
There's a few other things on the list, like physical therapy, therapeutic massage, new dentures (the hospital lost his) and some basic daily care things not covered by AHC.
I encourage everyone to chip in, even if it's only a few bucks. Every little bit helps.
Thanks everyone, Sue.

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Hello Blues Fans! I have set up this GoFundMe in suppor… Susan Dahlseide needs your support for Stroke Rehab and equipment for Musician Brian Downes

08/30/2026

Hey Blues Fans!
Just a little update on memberships. We will be printing the cards up for next season soon so let me know if you'd like to renew. They should be done by next week sometime. Thanks for all your support!

08/27/2026

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08/23/2026

08/23/2026

Shout out to everyone that played, pitched in, set up, took down and loaned their gear for the Blueberry Jam today. We did it!

We had about 200 people throughout the day! It was lovely to see so many of the Solid Gold Dancers come out and the folks from The Red Aces Dance Club. We couldn’t do this with out you all.

Kudos to Carl and Kay for fitting us in on one of their busiest Saturdays, and of course, The City of Red Deer Cultural Department for their ongoing support!

Finally, thank you to all the restaurants on the Ross Street Patio! Especially Sprouts Vine Bistro for hosting the after party, Taco Loft for providing us with some seating, 53 on Ross and Bella Cios! You guys gave all the Blues Fans great service and we hope it was worth your efforts!

An extra shout out to the Red Deer RCMP Detatchment For keeping the downtown safe and enjoyable for everyone attending the Blues Jam! We truly appreciate you all!

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08/23/2026

Live at Sprouts Vine Bistro!
Charlie Jacobson band

08/21/2026

Hey there Blues Fans!
Lots of questions about what a Blues Jam is coming in.

A Blues Jam is a time honoured tradition of Blues Musicians coming together to play the familiar Blues Songs that follow the genres 8 bar and 12 bar blues pattern.

It’s not quite the same as an open mic, where everyone takes turns doing their favourite tunes.

At a Blues Jam, all the players know the pattern and choose their songs, in the pattern if they sing, or they “sit-in” to add to the hosting bands lead.

No matter what gets played, everyone follows the Blues pattern so all the players know the chord changes and had the chops to follow.

Don’t be shy! If you mess up, just pick up where you can join back in.

This is only the first Jam in the series so we hope you all enjoy yourselves.

When you arrive, talk to Charlie Jacobson if you want to sit in or sing some good old blues tunes!