The Emeralds Show and Dance Band originated in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada in 1970. The group has entertained internationally in New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, London, Trinidad, the United States, and Canada. The Emeralds have recorded 29 albums, including their latest release "Look At Us", resulting in 6 gold, 2 platinum, and 1 double platinum award. In 1997, The Emeralds were inducted into the City of Edmonton's Cultural Hall of Fame. The Emeralds are Internationally Acclaimed Gold & Platinum Recipients and are the band behind the International Hit "The Bird Dance".

The Emeralds Have Received the Following Awards and Citations:

• Juno Award Nomination in "Country Group of the Year" category - 1977, 1978, 1979 & 1980
• Double Gold Album Award, New Zealand - 1978
• Alberta Achievement Award for outstanding competitive performance in music - 1979
• Gold & Platinum Award for "Just For You", K-Tel International - 1982
• Gold & Platinum Awars for "Bird Dance", K-Tel International - 1982
• Four Golden Reel Awards, Ampex Corporation, Redwood City, California - 1982, 1983 & 1984
• Juno Award Nomination in "Instrumental Artists of the Year" category - 1982, 1983, & 1984
• Double Platinum Award for "Bird Dance", K-Tel International Canada - 1983
• Gold Album Award for "Bird Dance", K-Tel Interntional Australia - 1983
• Gold & Platinum Award for "Dance, Dance, Dance", K-Tel International Canada - 1983
• Gold Album Award for "Best of The Emeralds", K-Tel International Canada - 1984
• City of Edmonton Achievment Award - 1984 & 1985
• Induction into the City of Edmonton's Cultural Hall of Fame - 1997
• A.R.I.A. Award - Best Specialty Artist on Record - 1997
• A.R.I.A. Award - Award of Excellence - 1999

		The Emeralds PR Director Jason Broder Phone or Fax: (780) 475-1970 Alternate Fax: (780) 488-4566 E-Mail: info@theemeralds.net Mail To: The Emeralds Callingwood R.P.O. P.O. Box 78084 Edmonton, Alberta T5T 6A1
Jason Broder is the promotion and sales director for The Emeralds Show and Dance Band. Jason spent his childhood listening to The Emeralds rehearse and later accompanying the group on the road promoting their collection of music and souvenirs. Jason's efforts were instrumental in The Emeralds being inducted into the City of Edmonton's Cultural Hall of Fame. Jason's musical talents include drumming and he has on occasion sat in with The Emeralds. Jason's sense of humor and promotional skills are a great asset. Jason is proud to distribute the product of one of Canada's premiere acts. Check out the collection of products and enjoy the fine music of The Emeralds!

For Newspapers & Publications - High quality images of The Emeralds available for download (all images copyright The Emeralds, photographs of band members by R. Brady. Please check with PR Director prior to using these images!)

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Allan Broder
Don Remeika
Terry Kole
Rick Morgenstern
Wallis Petruk