Ben Klick
Artist/Musician, Klick Entertainment
OC Program of Study: Audio Engineering and Music Production, 2014–2015
A touring artist, musician and songwriter, Ben Klick is a five-time British Columbia Country Music Association (BCCMA) winner. Named the 2022 BCCMA Interactive Artist of the Year, Klick picked up his first guitar at the age of four and has played in all types of venues and events from coffee shops to large Canadian outdoor festivals. In addition to volunteering his time to perform at Okanagan College and local charity events, Ben founded Music Fest MS, a charity fundraiser on behalf of the MS Society of Canada. In 2022, Ben won the Best of Kelowna Gold Award in the band/musician category. Currently living in Nashville, TN, for half of the year, Ben enjoys golfing, wakeboarding, spending time with family and snowboarding.
Highest level of education
Certificate
Describe your career experience and history
I'm a touring artist, musician, and songwriter. I picked up my first guitar at four years old and have played all types of venues and events from coffee shops to large Canadian outdoor festivals.
Describe your volunteerism and/or impact in your community
Each year I volunteer time to play events at Okanagan College and pick a few charities to donate my time and talents to. Personally, I started a charity fundraiser on behalf of the MS Society of Canada called "Music Fest MS."
Achievement, honours or special recognitions you’ve received
2022 BCCMA Interactive Artist of the Year (5-time winner, nominated for 5 awards in 2022), 2022 Independent Tour (Independently booked and managed 55+ date western Canadian tour) 2022 Best of Kelowna (Band/Musician - Gold).
Describe your personal achievements (family life, pastimes, etc.)
Live in Nashville, TN, for half of the year, enjoy golfing, wakeboarding, spending time with family, and snowboarding.
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