John Arcand

Jean-Baptiste (John) Arcand born July 19, 1942 at Winter Lake, Saskatchewan, is a Canadian fiddler. Arcand has been writing and performing since childhood, having learned the traditional Red River Métis tunes from his father Victor and his grandfather Jean-Baptiste. With over 250 original tunes written to date, he is being recognized for ensuring that this important Métis tradition survives. Arcand has recorded many albums including an album of M... more

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