T.V. SPOTS...
Richard and Deborah had their first introduction to television when they were chosen to be included in the C.B.C. Talent Search. A few years later, the Popovich Family Singers were invited to appear on Ian Spearing's show, "Ian and Friends". Richard and Deborah enjoyed becoming involved with television, and it was during this time when they worked with Shaw Cable, that Richard and Deborah produced and were the hosts of their own television series, "Metronome". This show was recorded live in studio, and featured Richard and Deborah entertaining, and performing a collection of famous songs from different era's. The highlight of each show included a special guest. A few of Richard and Deborah's guests included:
Ivan Daines
Former rodeo star and founder and promoter of the "Ivan Daines Country Music Picknic"
held in Innisfail, Alberta.
Dick Damron
A member of the
"Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame"
AN EVENING WITH RICHARD & DEBORAH
featuring "The Alberta Swing Orchestra"
One of the most exciting projects Richard and Deborah have undertaken, was the formation of the Alberta Swing Orchestra. For their 2nd season in television, in conjunction with Shaw Cable, Richard and Deborah decided to move out of the studio, and create a live show on location, featuring their newly formed 16 piece Alberta Swing Orchestra. The swing band consisted of 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, 5 saxophones, piano, bass, guitar, drums, and a vocalist. The series of 12 shows was entitled "An Evening With Richard & Deborah". As well as hosting the show, Richard played bass and directed the band while Deborah was the featured vocalist. People from all over Alberta came to the Red Deer Lodge to dance to the marvelous sounds of the Alberta Swing Orchestra. With a dancing audience in excess of 400 people, the ballroom at the Red Deer Lodge was really swingin'!