Doris Mason’s song By the River was originally composed for New Glasgow’s 125th anniversary. She updated it for the 150th anniversary this year and, as pictured, performed it during the town’s official launch celebration in May. Mason has now recorded the updated version. Photo by Contributed /Town of New GlasgowArticle contentNEW GLASGOW – Performed for the first time during the Town of New Glasgow’s 150th anniversary celebration launch event in May, the updated version of Doris Mason’s original song By the River has now been re-recorded. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentFirst composed for the town’s 125th anniversary, Mason performed the updated version during the event. That version will soon be available on the town’s Facebook page. It’s expected to receive some play from local radio stations and the town will continue to use it during other events as the celebration year rolls along. Article contentArticle contentArticle content“New Glasgow is known for a rich musical legacy and certainly Doris is one of our best and brightest musical talents who is respected across the nation and abroad,” New Glasgow Mayor Nancy Dicks said. “We were fortunate to have her as a headliner for our 150th anniversary celebrations launch in May. She and the Mason family represent the tradition of musical excellence in our community.” Article contentAt just 15 years of age, Mason also composed a song for the town’s centennial anniversary. Article contentComing from a musical family, her long and distinguished career includes, while juggling a busy solo schedule, working as the musical director for the hit touring show DRUM! and starring in the Denny Doherty production Dream a Little Dream – the nearly true story of the Mamas and Papas. Article contentKnown for her vast array of musical genre contributions, Mason has seamlessly blended musical stylings in Celtic, folk, the Blues, and jazz during her lengthy career on the national and international stage. Article content“We are grateful to Doris for updating her song to help make our celebrations both memorable and special,” Dicks said. “We plan to have the song featured during many special events throughout the remainder of the anniversary year.” Article content
New Glasgow anniversary song re-recorded
