Orin Friesen
Orin Friesen, a name associated with Country & Bluegrass
Music since 1964. This man has accomplished so much in his broadcasting and
musical career, but you will never hear it from him. For example, he produced
The International Bluegrass Music's Awards show for it's first ten years. In
1990, he was awarded IBMA's first "Broadcaster of the Year" award. He is an
accomplished musician and record producer, a radio & television producer and has
one of the longest running syndicated Bluegrass Show in the history of our
business. Orin has been a part of the AM 1070 family since 1980. A devoted
family man and a true professional. Orin is the Country, Bluegrass & Western
music expert in Wichita.
2002, The Academy of Western Artist awarded Orin their prestigious DJ OF THE
YEAR trophy during their annual awards show in Ft. Worth, Texas July 9th. Orin
and the Prairie Rose Wranglers were also nominated for Western Group of the
Year.
Thanks Orin for supporting bluegrass music and Williams & Clark Expedition.