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Ian Tyson was a Canadian composer and singer-songwriter who was born on September 25, 1933, in Victoria, British Columbia. He grew up in a musical family, with his father playing the piano and his mother singing in a choir. Tyson began playing the guitar at the age of 11 and was soon performing at local events and on the radio. In the 1950s, Tyson moved to Toronto to pursue a career in music. He formed a folk duo with Sylvia Fricker, and they became known as Ian and Sylvia. The duo released their first album, "Ian & Sylvia," in 1962, which included the hit song "Four Strong Winds." The song became a Canadian classic and has been covered by numerous artists over the years. Ian and Sylvia continued to release albums throughout the 1960s, including "Northern Journey" (1964), "Early Morning Rain" (1965), and "Lovin' Sound" (1967). They were known for their blend of folk, country, and rock music, and their songs often dealt with social and political issues. In the late 1960s, Ian and Sylvia's marriage began to break down, and they eventually divorced in 1975. Tyson continued to perform and record as a solo artist, releasing albums such as "Ian Tyson" (1970), "Cowboyography" (1986), and "Yellowhead to Yellowstone and Other Love Stories" (2008). Tyson was also a prolific songwriter, and his compositions have been recorded by many other artists. Some of his most famous songs include "Someday Soon," "Summer Wages," and "Four Strong Winds." His music has been described as a blend of traditional country and western music with a modern sensibility. In addition to his music career, Tyson was also a rancher and a horseman. He lived on a ranch in Alberta, where he raised horses and cattle. His love of the western lifestyle and the natural world often inspired his music. Throughout his career, Tyson received numerous awards and accolades for his music. He was inducted into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame in 1989 and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2003. He was also awarded the Order of Canada in 1994 for his contributions to Canadian music. Ian Tyson passed away on December 31, 2021, at the age of 88. His music continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by fans around the world.

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