Stephanie lives by the shores of Lake Bras'Dor
where the waters of the lake converge with the ocean and where the scenic beauty
imparts inspiration to the island's artists. Stephanie has become one of
Atlantic Canada's most accomplished vocalists, her transcendent voice and her
heartfelt lyrics evoke strong emotion.
www.stephaniehardymusic.com
The McCarrel Sisters
:: "Wide Awake and Dreaming" (2003)
The debut release of the McCarrel Sisters Band. Recorded, mixed and mastered at Lakewind Sound by Mike Shepherd, produced by Fred Lavery. CBC Galaxie music programmer Mary Jane Lamond put the recording on the GalaxiePLUS celtic "top ten" list for four months from January 2004 until April 2004. "...a very lively debut recording from a fresh group of musicians that have a bright future ahead of them." - Fiddler Magazine, Summer 2004 "Wide Awake and Dreaming features fiddler Meagan McCarrel whose powerful, assertive technique is great for driving dancers, joined by sisters Michelle on piano and Lisa on guitar...this disc would make a great introduction for anyone who's new to the dynamic music of Cape Breton." - Dirty Linen Magazine April 2004 "One of the bright new stars out of Ontario's Celtic music scene...who combine their own Gaelic roots with touches of the East Coast Celtic music style". - Tom Knapp, Rambles Magazine November 2003
Debut CD currently under production with producer Fred Lavery of Lakewind Sound.
Fifteen-year-old Chrissy lives in the Margaree area of Cape Breton Island. It is a place of breath-taking beauty reminiscent of the Scottish lands from where many of the early settlers of Nova Scotia had emigrated. The people of Margaree cherish their special culture especially their musical heritage.
The music of the ceilidh resonates in the majestic mountains and peaceful valleys, incorporating not only the tunes of the Scottish Gaels but also those of the area's Irish and French-Acadians. Christine Crowley is one of Cape Breton's new generation of fiddlers who, inspired by the traditions of those artists who have gone before, have embraced the music and made it their own.
