Joanne Dubeau; The Duchess of Pontiac Country Music Joanne has been a well-known singer of country music for most of her life, and has played at nearly every venue in the Ottawa Valley. Last year, Joanne released a CD of five songs - two co-written by her, two written by former Pontiacer Bob Webb, and one written by Larry Mercey

Musicians on the CD include: Rene Corriveau, co-producer, guitar, bass, keyboards, drums. Yvon Petit, lead guitar. John Steele, pedal steel, banjo and piano. Al Utronki, steel guitar. Harmonica, Buddy McCann Jr. Fiddle, Brian Hebert. Drums, Robbie Beaudoin. The CD is widely available throughout the Valley, and further recording is in the works. Joanne's next major performance is at the Quyon Jamfest June 27~29.