Heather Dale cheerfully disregards the typical limits for both folk singer-songwriters and Celtic balladeers. Tapping into the continuing evolution of Celtic peoples worldwide, this Canadian recording artist offers a new type of Celtic music for the 21st century: a playful, passionate blend of tradition and innovation. "Her music is powerful stuff, reminiscent of Loreena McKennitt and Sarah McLachlan but with a depth and resonance rooted in its mythic sources." (Vancouver Sun)
Heather fuses traditional stories with a healthy mix of Celtic folk, blues, jazz and world music influences. Particularly known for her interpretations of ancient legends, she excels at finding modern themes within old and often overlooked material. Heather Dale released her eleventh CD "The Green Knight" in 2009. Exploring to Heather's passion for history and legend, "The Green Knight" features 14 new songs inspired by the Middle Ages and Renaissance. For this lively and affectionate look at medieval life, Heather was joined by her touring bandmates Ben Deschamps and Jason Sonier... together they play twenty instruments on the album including harp, bodhran drum, mandolin, world percussion and Irish flutes. "Heather's songs express something that honors tradition, but in keeping with the best of traditions they break new ground." (WDVR FM, New Jersey)
Heather tours full-time (100+ concerts per year) across North America and Europe, with multi-instrumentalist Ben Deschamps. Their live shows usually feature a dozen folk instruments, from tin whistle to double bass, along with Heather's rich and evocative voice. "Quite apart from being brilliant musicians/songwriters Heather and Ben are very comfortable people to be with -- a joy to listen to and a pleasure to remember... One of the most fun-loving and innovative acts we've seen for years." (Stortfolk Folk Club, UK)
Further details and sound clips are available at www.HeatherDale.com
