Canadian Country Artist George Fox Returns to Horizon Stage

Enjoy an intimate evening with this charming country music star on April 10 & 11

From cattle rancher to Canadian country music ambassador, taking the road less traveled has been the hallmark of George Fox's life and career. His mantle may be filled with music awards - including three Junos, three Canadian Country Music Awards, and nine RPM Big Country Awards - but he is happiest working the land on his expansive acreage/farm in Ontario. George is a bonafide country music star but it’s his down-to-earth music and attitude that keeps fans coming back to his concerts. Horizon Stage is pleased to be presenting him for not just one night, but two, on Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11.

George has released 27 singles, recorded 11 albums, written a book, and there’s a street named after him in his hometown of Cochrane, Alberta.  His string of chart-topping hits in the 1980s and 90s included songs like “Clearly Canadian”, “First Comes Love”, “What’s Holding Me”, “Wear & Tear on My Heart”, and “I Give You My Word”. George has traveled the world, opening for some of the biggest names in country music and headlining sold out shows of his own from coast to coast. He starred in four television specials in the 90s that were enjoyed by over 4 million viewers and he hosted the Canadian Country Music Awards from 1991-1994.

George's charm is found not only in his music but in his ability to weave a story and engage his audience. His Christmas album is a holiday classic and his 2006 CD, With All Due Respect, paid tribute to some all-time great artists and songwriters from John Denver and Dean Martin to Eddie Arnold and Don Messer. Tired of the fast lane, he now lives the “quiet” life with his wife and two daughters, farming winter wheat, soybeans, and corn, and touring selectively.  Other hobbies include hockey, carpentry, and reading. George last performed at Horizon Stage in 2006 and 2009.

Get Up Close and Personal with George Fox at Horizon Stage on April 10 or 11 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are just $40 for adults and $35 for students and seniors and may be purchased at the City Hall Ticket Centre (315 Jespersen Ave) or by phone at 780-962-8995 or 1-888-655-9090. Tickets can also be purchased online by visiting horizonstage.com and clicking on the ‘Tickets’ link.

This performance is proudly sponsored by Canadian Heritage, The Alberta Foundation for the Arts, CFCW, Servus Credit Union, Travelodge Inn & Suites, and Ticketpro.