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Hillsburn performs for Edson's •Youth Shack• fundraiser
by Cassie Kushniruk.
Award-winning, in.die rock band Hillsburn
made their first appearance in Edson on January
30, bringing their unique talents to the Red Brick
stage as part of fundraising efforts for the Town
of Edson Community Service's new youth
programming center.
The center, dubbed the 'Youth Shack', is
located in Kinsmen Park and is in need of
funding for renovations, including the creation
of a recreation area, a full kitchen, bathrooms,
and more. "We're hoping that we can create an
inclusive space that brings our youth together
from all different backgrounds and gives them a
place to be themselves and hang out," said Town
of Edson Community Development Coordinator
Diana Inscho. "We see a need for it and we are
really excited to be moving forward with it."
The five-piece band hailing from Halifax was
excited to play for the community of Edson, and
even expressed their light humor by sharing
stories about their time spent in the Daycare
Centre, which acted as their green room. "It's
lovely here," said vocalist/violinist Rosanna
Burrill. "Everyone is so friendly."
Each band member brought something distinct
and unique to the Hatlen Theatre stage, proving
that Hillsburn is a collaborative effort between
the five musicians. Singer/songwriter Paul Hillsbum, the award-winning, india rock band from Halifax visited Edson on January 30 to
Aarntzen expressed his creativity through the perform a fundraising concert for the Town's 'Youth Shack' project. photo Cassie Kushniurk
band's unique lyrics while playing catchy riffs on
the guitar. Brother and sister duo Rosanna and
Clayton Burrill completed the melodious three Fairfax-Perryplayed keys while providing Edson.
part harmony, while Rosanna used her classical unique effects on the synthesizer. During the intermission, Youth Council was
training on the violin to add a unique aspect to Not only is the band distinct for their sound, seen running the concession, making this the
many of the band's songs. Clare Macdonald, the but also for the fact that they do not have a lead first event they have provided volunteer support
newest member of the band, played strong on the singer; all three vocalists were seen to take the for. "They just started less than a month ago
drums, mixing it up with xylophone pieces at lead during the evening, which contributed to and they're already in full force helping us out,"
times. Lastly, multi-instrumentalist Jackson the overall unique musical experience. said Inscho.
Throughout the night, Since the release of their first album, The
Hillsburn connected Battle Years, Hillsbum has seen their fair share
with the audience of success, winning awards such as
through their lyrics, as New/Emerging Artist of the Year and Fans'
each song transported Choice Video during this time.
the audience into a After releasing their second album, The
different world through Wilder Beyond, Hillsbum was nominated for
their creative six awards at the 2018 Nova Scotia Music
storytelling. awards, and Paul Aarntzen was even nominated
One thing was made for SOCAN songwriter of the year.
clear on the stage While performing in Edson, Inscho
during the performance; mentioned that Hills bum had just recently been
Hillsburn was a close- nominated for four East Coast Music Awards,
knit group. Throughout including Group Recoding of the Year, Fans'
the evening the five Choice Entertainer of the Year, Fans' Choice
band members were Video of the Year, and Video of the Year.
seen dancing together, Overall, community members ofEdson
laughing with one clearly enjoyed Hillsbum's performance, seen
another, and simply through the wide array of applause after each
having a good time song and the standing ovation at the end of the
sharing their music performance.
with the community of
All three vocalists of Hillsbum were seen to take the lead during the evening,
which contributed to the overall musical experience as they performed in
Edson on January 30 during a fundraising concert for the Town's 'Youth Call 780-723·5696 or 78o-723·4403
Shack' project. photo Cassie Kushniurk $5 per person. for more information.
Hillsburn performs for Edson's •Youth Shack• fundraiser
by Cassie Kushniruk.
Award-winning, in.die rock band Hillsburn
made their first appearance in Edson on January
30, bringing their unique talents to the Red Brick
stage as part of fundraising efforts for the Town
of Edson Community Service's new youth
programming center.
The center, dubbed the 'Youth Shack', is
located in Kinsmen Park and is in need of
funding for renovations, including the creation
of a recreation area, a full kitchen, bathrooms,
and more. "We're hoping that we can create an
inclusive space that brings our youth together
from all different backgrounds and gives them a
place to be themselves and hang out," said Town
of Edson Community Development Coordinator
Diana Inscho. "We see a need for it and we are
really excited to be moving forward with it."
The five-piece band hailing from Halifax was
excited to play for the community of Edson, and
even expressed their light humor by sharing
stories about their time spent in the Daycare
Centre, which acted as their green room. "It's
lovely here," said vocalist/violinist Rosanna
Burrill. "Everyone is so friendly."
Each band member brought something distinct
and unique to the Hatlen Theatre stage, proving
that Hillsburn is a collaborative effort between
the five musicians. Singer/songwriter Paul Hillsbum, the award-winning, india rock band from Halifax visited Edson on January 30 to
Aarntzen expressed his creativity through the perform a fundraising concert for the Town's 'Youth Shack' project. photo Cassie Kushniurk
band's unique lyrics while playing catchy riffs on
the guitar. Brother and sister duo Rosanna and
Clayton Burrill completed the melodious three Fairfax-Perryplayed keys while providing Edson.
part harmony, while Rosanna used her classical unique effects on the synthesizer. During the intermission, Youth Council was
training on the violin to add a unique aspect to Not only is the band distinct for their sound, seen running the concession, making this the
many of the band's songs. Clare Macdonald, the but also for the fact that they do not have a lead first event they have provided volunteer support
newest member of the band, played strong on the singer; all three vocalists were seen to take the for. "They just started less than a month ago
drums, mixing it up with xylophone pieces at lead during the evening, which contributed to and they're already in full force helping us out,"
times. Lastly, multi-instrumentalist Jackson the overall unique musical experience. said Inscho.
Throughout the night, Since the release of their first album, The
Hillsburn connected Battle Years, Hillsbum has seen their fair share
with the audience of success, winning awards such as
through their lyrics, as New/Emerging Artist of the Year and Fans'
each song transported Choice Video during this time.
the audience into a After releasing their second album, The
different world through Wilder Beyond, Hillsbum was nominated for
their creative six awards at the 2018 Nova Scotia Music
storytelling. awards, and Paul Aarntzen was even nominated
One thing was made for SOCAN songwriter of the year.
clear on the stage While performing in Edson, Inscho
during the performance; mentioned that Hills bum had just recently been
Hillsburn was a close- nominated for four East Coast Music Awards,
knit group. Throughout including Group Recoding of the Year, Fans'
the evening the five Choice Entertainer of the Year, Fans' Choice
band members were Video of the Year, and Video of the Year.
seen dancing together, Overall, community members ofEdson
laughing with one clearly enjoyed Hillsbum's performance, seen
another, and simply through the wide array of applause after each
having a good time song and the standing ovation at the end of the
sharing their music performance.
with the community of
All three vocalists of Hillsbum were seen to take the lead during the evening,
which contributed to the overall musical experience as they performed in
Edson on January 30 during a fundraising concert for the Town's 'Youth Call 780-723·5696 or 78o-723·4403
Shack' project. photo Cassie Kushniurk $5 per person. for more information.
