The second annual Sound of Remembrance event is happening on Nov. 9 at the Canadian War Museum, and it’s going to be great! Headlining the concert portion of the evening is George Canyon. Also performing are Graham Trude and Jason Price.
This will be a night of country music magic, and of recognition for Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans, and first responders in the lead up to Remembrance Day. Anyone who supports these individuals is welcome to attend.
“It’s an evening of celebration and camaraderie,” Graham Trude, says of the event. Trude is a musician, veteran, and the Sound of Remembrance organizer. “You’re going to hear a few stories from a few veterans that were on the ground in war. You’re going to hear a few generals talk about their experiences… And you’re going to hear some really cool music from George Canyon and some stories from me, and some music from me and Jason Price as well.”
Graham Trude is a musician, veteran, and Sound of Remembrance organizer. Photo provided.
As to why he’s spearheading the event, Trude says that serving military, veterans, and first responders “deserve more than what we have been giving them.”
“I find that a lot of our veterans these days feel that they have no purpose, and they don’t understand how valuable they are to society, and how much we need to get together, so we can utilize their strengths and their efforts.”
“When people dress up you show respect,” Trude explains of the requirement for formal attire. “The reason why individuals wear uniforms is a sign of respect for their fallen as well. That’s the reason why people do drill and march and stand at attention, and all those funny things that most people see… and they go ‘well, that’s really weird. Why do they do that?’ It’s all a sign of respect.”
“We put on our uniforms, wear medals. We salute with the national anthem, because we’ve had to put our own friends in the ground.”
“If you support us, help us get together in a community basis like this, so we can have a great evening together and enjoy it and have fun and be part of it. Come and be part of it and see what happens. See who the real veterans and first responders are that are out there every single day, trying to make our world a better place.”
All proceeds of the event will go to Soldier On.
“Soldier On contributes to the recovery of ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans by providing opportunities and resources through sport, recreational and creative activities. The aim of Soldier On is to support the recovery of ill and injured members, contributing to and enhancing their wellbeing,” a spokesperson from Soldier On writes. “Many ill/injured members credit Soldier On with helping in their recovery, overcoming their challenges, opening doors to other life opportunities, and assisting in their transition to civilian life.”
The Sound of Remembrance event will take place Nov. 9 at 7 pm at the Canadian War Museum. Find out more and get tickets at Sound of Remembrance, tickets begin at $75 each.
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