Grand River Blues Society

Grand River Blues Society Record and distribute the music of local and regional artists, to increase artist exposure outside the Grand River Region. Support youth friendly Blues jams.

http://www.grandriverblues.org/

The Grand River Blues Society (a not for profit Blues Foundation affliate) was founded in 2003, to serve the Grand River region of south central Ontario. The Grand River Blues Society is committed to enhancing the appreciation of the Blues music culture and heritage, in its varied and diverse forms, through the following:

1) ARTIST SUPPORT

Provide fundraising

and endorsement for local and regional artists, wishing to participate in the International Blues Challenge. Showcase local, regional and international artists at special events, tributes, fundraisers, festivals and the Society’s annual “Blues Camp” and “Blues in the Schools” programs.

2) YOUTH EDUCATION

Co-conduct an annual Youth Legacy Competition with The Kitchener Blues Community Inc., to inspire the careers of young musicians, under the age of twenty, with the winner having the opportunity to play at a local major Blues festival. Organize and run an annual Blues Camp, for musicians up to 19 years of age, under the teaching and nurturing of local professional musicians. All campers get to appear on stage at a local major Blues festival. Partner with the Kitchener Blues Community Inc., in an annual “Blues in the Schools” program, specifically geared to grade school students.

3) COMMUNITY INTERACTION

Communicate ongoing event and artist information to Society members and the general public, by means of our website, a bi-monthly newsletter and weekly e-mail Blues Blasts. Work in conjunction with Blues club owners and other businesses to encourage the exposure of Blues music and musicians. Encourage Blues lovers in the Grand River region, to enjoy the benefits of Society membership and to actively participate in attaining our goals, through support for events and volunteering. Ensure the efficient and responsible use of financial resources, generated by the Society and its members.

4) PRESERVING THE BLUES HERITAGE

Conduct and support artist tribute shows, workshops and fundraisers of historical significance, to better inform Society members and the public, of the Blues legacy.

B.B. STING sez " Whether indoors or out, Blues is what it's about"
06/10/2026

B.B. STING sez " Whether indoors or out, Blues is what it's about"

Weekly support or local musicians and blues venues in the Grand River Region.

B.B.STING sez " 23 Years now in the making"
06/05/2026

B.B.STING sez " 23 Years now in the making"

Weekly support or local musicians and blues venues in the Grand River Region.

B.B.STING sez "Discover your next Blues Adventure in your Blues Buzz"
05/29/2026

B.B.STING sez "Discover your next Blues Adventure in your Blues Buzz"


Weekly support or local musicians and blues venues in the Grand River Region.

AGM for Members + FREE CONCERT for ALL after. Celebrating our 23rd Anniversary 🎶Come to the AGM - Stay for the ShowAll G...
05/27/2026

AGM for Members + FREE CONCERT for ALL after. Celebrating our 23rd Anniversary 🎶

Come to the AGM - Stay for the Show
All GRBS members in good standing are invited to participate in our AGM. Members and non members can celebrate our FREE CONCERT after party.
📅 Sunday, May 31
🕧 AGM: 12:30 PM
🕜 Doors: 1:30 PM
🕑 Show: 2:00 PM
📌 The Jazz Room
47 King St. N., Waterloo, ON

B.B.STING sez "Keeping the Blues Alive when you know you can"
05/22/2026

B.B.STING sez "Keeping the Blues Alive when you know you can"

Weekly support or local musicians and blues venues in the Grand River Region.

05/17/2026

Grand River Blues Society presents Grand River Blues AGM FREE Concert featuring Easy Street Blues Band and Better Than Nothing at The Jazz Room on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Get your tickets online https://www.ticketscene.ca/events/60635/sots

B.B.STING sez " Making sense of your BLUES when it matters most. Stay in the know with your Blues Buzz weekly here."
05/16/2026

B.B.STING sez " Making sense of your BLUES when it matters most. Stay in the know with your Blues Buzz weekly here."

Weekly support or local musicians and blues venues in the Grand River Region.

B.B.STING sez "The experience of being *there* outweighs the convenience of being *online*
05/08/2026

B.B.STING sez "The experience of being *there* outweighs the convenience of being *online*

Weekly support or local musicians and blues venues in the Grand River Region.

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Grand River Blues Society P. O. Box 40109, Waterloo Town Square Post Office
Waterloo, ON
N2J4V1

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