Artist description To "answer" a passion . . . to "popularize" our past . . . John Spearn (var. Spearin), a teacher, performer, and songwriter, created and developed the now nationally acclaimed CDs Canada Songs (new for 2003), Northern Sightlines (2001 multiple award nominee), and an accompanying Classroom Resource Manual (Nelson Thomson Learning Inc.). His amazing songs and captivating performances are memorable and evocative for any public audience. He is fast becoming a major influence in Canadian roots and folk music. His early experiences were as a regular on CFRN television's popular Russ Thornberry Show, and as a front vocalist/guitarist with Headwind, one of Alberta's premier rock bands. While he spends his summers as a professional touring performer, John strives to collaborate on, perfect, gather, and nurture material for the project's repertoire. Enjoy the free MP3 sampling and student accessibility to Canada Songs! However, we request that you maximize your access and enjoyment of this fine resource by contacting john@canadasongs.com with a desire to purchase for your school, classroom, or home library. Order the two CDs and Teacher's Resource Book for $49.95 (Cdn) plus $4 S&H, or order each individually.

Music Style Folk/Roots/Acoustic

Musical Influences Folk/acoustic music and pop of the 60's and 70's.

Similar Artists Gordon Lightfoot, Stan Rogers

Artist History John has been a singer/songwriter for more than 20 years, getting his performing start with the rock band Headwind, one of Alberta's premier rock bands. Northern Sightlines, his first solo album in 1999, was an effort spanning 15 years of songwriting, creating musical vignettes about Canadian History. Canada Songs, his most recent release, continues his growing reputation as an historical troubadour.

Instruments Voice, Guitar

Albums Northern Sightlines, Canada Songs

Location Edmonton, Alberta - Canada

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