Young acoustic trio Ten Strings and a Goat Skin from Canada’s Prince Edward Island is a trad/world/folk/fusion powerhouse who create a fiery and infectious sound which invariably leaves audiences wanting more.
Singing in both French and English, Ten Strings And A Goat Skin transform tradition with vigour, curiosity and sparks of goofy humour. They perform Irish, Acadian, French, Scottish and original material infused with wickedly current grooves and clever quirks, and infusing them with modern and world rhythms. Their unique sound and taut vocal harmonies has led to the band’s rapid rise on the folk circuit and a plethora of music awards, including the 2015 ECMA award for World Music - despite only being in their early twenties. The trio (Jesse Périard on guitar, Caleb Gallant on percussion and Rowen Gallant on strings) who never forget their powerful ties to the music of their home island, have been making some serious waves in North America and beyond. Their ‘intoxicating’ and ‘refreshing’ original music maintains solid traditional elements yet explores rich world flavours, and seems to be working a treat for them and their audiences! We are delighted to welcome them to the Shetland Folk Festival.
Since words can't really explain how good they sound, you'll have to listen for yourself. Get a copy, turn it up, and these boys will do the rest
Tim Readman, Penguin Eggs
Just brilliant! Fresh, honest music from the heart – Ten Strings And A Goat Skin is not to be missed
MacIntyre Theater, Washington
The members of the P.E.I. traditional group Ten Strings and a Goat Skin make waves and fans wherever they perform, and lately that’s been all around the world
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
These three kids get up, they start performing, and I’m like ‘Damn! They’ve got it all: Stage presence, musicianship, vocals…”
Vermont World Music Festival
Find out more at www.tenstringsandagoatskin.com.
