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 Alain Martineau
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| General Description : | From the souvenir sheet of 4 stamps Photography: Pierre Dury Each star featured has made remarkable contributions to the Canadian music scene. International rock superstar Bryan Adams helped develop an infrastructure to propel other Canadians to the top of the charts. Renowned folklorist Stompin’ Tom Connors protested the policies he felt were hindering Canada’s artistic potential. A pioneer in French-Canadian rock, Robert Charlebois gave voice to and furthered the development of the chanson. And Acadian sensation Édith Butler promoted familiarity with and appreciation for her Acadian culture across Canada and around the world. Like the first stamp issue celebrating Canadian singers and songwriters released in 2007, this set was designed by Winnipeg’s Circle Design Inc. Designer Robert L. Peters. The stamps are square in format and feature monochromatic photos of each artist alongside their Order of Canada insignias. To reflect the glamour of these “living legends,” each is captured in the limelight. Édith Butler This Acadian sensation brought the toe-tapping folk songs she grew up singing in her living room to coffee houses, recording studios and concert halls. Hailed as the “mother of Acadian music,” she is now the best-known Acadian singer in the world. Édith Butler has released 27 hit albums, with songs that reflect the Acadian and Micmac traditions that shaped her heritage. Though she has garnered many awards and accolades over the years, she is especially fond of this tribute. Butler, who pursued degrees in literature and traditional ethnography, has a real passion for history. “It was quite a shock,” she says of Canada Post’s news. “I collected stamps as a child, and I learned a lot about history and culture through this hobby. Considering the lasting power of a stamp, this recognition really stands on its own.” Also available in booklet of 8 stamps, Product #: 413738111, pressure sensitine gum type and simulated perforation, 4,000,000 produced |
| Face value | $0.54 Canadian cents |
| Catalog code (Michel) | CA 2555 |
| Catalog code (Scott) | CA 2333b |
| Catalog code | Canada post Product #: 403738145; Yvert et Tellier CA 2437 WADP Numbering System - WNS CA036.09 |
| Series | Canadian recording Artists |
| Stamp colour | multicolor |
| Stamp use | Commemorative stamp |
| Print run | 275,000 |
| Issue date | 02/07/2009 |
| Designer | Robert L. Peters CIRCLE |
| Paper type | Tullis Russell |
| Print technique | Lithography in 9 colours plus varnish |
| Printed by | Lowe-Martin |
| Perforation | 13+ |
| Height | 32.00 mm |
| Width | 32.00 mm |
| Catalog prices | No catalog prices set yet |
