In Canada we have musicians, terrific musicians. We can hear terrific live music almost any day of the week, if we choose, and no matter where we live. They may never make the big news, but many of them are far better than those who do.

i would not walk across the street to hear most of those who make the big news, but I have driven long distances to hear a good Canadian musician.

Maybe what it says about Canada: we quietly support our own, without a bunch of hoopla?