John Allen Cameron died of Bone Marrow Cancer the other day, just short of his 68th birthday. Born in Mabou, Inverness County, Cape Breton.
He was several years ahead of the current Cape Breton celtic resurgence, performing back to the sixties. He was a talented fiddler, played 12 string guitar, sang and recorded many songs for a carreer that spaned about 35 years. He played at many Folk Festivals and was once on the Stage at the Grand Ol Opry, wearing full Scottish costume. His talent never made avoid encouraging others and he was a genuine, friendly person.
CBC is having a Tribute this afternoon on the Radio. He will be missed.
Bookmarks