Local Musicians Earn King Charles III Coronation Medal

Throughout Canada, a number of individuals have received a King Charles III Coronation Medal. According to the Canadian government website, It's for those who have have made a significant contribution to Canada or to a particular province, territory, region or community of Canada, or have made an outstanding achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada.

Three talented local musicians have earned this distinctive honour:

Mark McNeil

A singer/songwriter who has promoted Steeltown history through music, stage, television and journalism.

Links: Mark McNeil, More Mark McNeil stories, Video above courtesy of Mark McNeil

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James Sommerville

A hornist, conductor & former Hamilton Philharmonic director.

Links: James Sommerville, Kati Agócs, Manitoba Chamber Orchestra, Video above courtesy of Kati Agócs

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Glenn Marais

Newmarket Bluesman who recently represented the Grand River Blues Society at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis.

Links: Glenn Marais More Glenn Marais Stories, Video above courtesy of Glenn Marais

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We could not find a complete listing of medal recipients so if anyone knows any other local music-related award winners, please email us blueshamilton@gmail.com and tell us about it. We may add them to this post. Thanks.

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