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"Wit, verve and passion characterize Opland's performances." (-Islands Folk Festival, British Columbia, Canada)
"She sings with the spirit of the Russian people." (-Moscow Gosteleradio, Russia)
"...And thanks to Tania for opening the concert. Next time, though, could I have a support act who's not quite so good?" (-Eric Bogle at Rochester Sweeps, England)
Also available with: Mike Freeman: djembe, guitar, darabouka, mandolin, octave mandolin, misc. percussion.
WATCH FOR THE NEW PERN CD - our second project with ANNE MCCAFFREY - which we hope to have available mid 2008.
Influences
Steeleye Span, Ivan Rebroff, Stan Rogers, Caswell Carnahan, Kat Eggleston, Pint and Dale, Judy Collins, John McCutcheon, Artisan, Dougie MacLean, Joni Mitchell, Elizabeth Ann Scarborough, Anne McCaffrey, Stanley Greenthal, Zhanna Bichevskaya, Loreena McKennitt, Seth Blair, Telynor, Fairport Convention, Kitka.
Sounds Like
“ ... sounds like ‘Joan Baez meets the John Renbourn Group.' - A truly unique combination of diverse elements... I recommend this to anyone with eclectic tastes...” (-Dirty Linen)
"A powerful, resonant voice ... a truly unique combination of diverse elements... " (-Dirty Linen, USA)
"An American musician with a feel for traditional music from a wide variety of European sources. Nothing if not cosmopolitan.." (-The Living Tradition, Scotland)
"... Rich and varied musical influences. Performing traditional music and songs from France, England, Ukraine, Turkey and Scotland and giving them all the benefit of her considerable talents. A superb fiddle player, and no slouch either on recorder, guitar, cittern and hammered dulcimer, she is also in possession of a voice of gentle strength that adapts well to suit the various vocal styling required. ...a superb interpreter of American fiddle tunes." (-Rock ’n’ Reel, England)
"...songs delivered with panache and strong support... a singer with a fine, clear, mellifluous voice who is adept on guitar, fiddle and hammered dulcimer." (-Stirrings, England)
Tania Opland has been a full time performing musician since 1984. Her many recordings have been heard around the world. Live concert and radio appearances (to date) include Alaska, Canada, The States, Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall..., Russia and Uzbekistan. In addition to her own albums and duo recordings with Mike Freeman, she has been a guest musician on albums by William Pint and Felicia Dale, Hilary Spencer, Linda Waterfall, Peg Loughran, Alicia Healey, and many others in the U.S., Canada, Ireland and Britain.
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TANIA OPLAND AND MIKE FREEMAN:
"This duo is rather astonishing -- she’s from Alaska and he’s from England, and between them they play hammered dulcimer, fiddle, guitar, recorder, excellent percussion, sing, and have a wonderful stage presence."
(-Whidbey Island Folk Festival, U.S.A.)
"A partnership made in heaven ... quite simply one of the most original and interesting musical combinations you’re ever likely to see."
(-Chester Folk Festival, Kelsall, U.K.)
"I listened to your first set on the radio and hurried down here to catch the rest of the show in person. I couldn’t believe it when I walked in and saw that there were only two of you!"
(-from a listener at ’Bound for Glory,’ (live radio concert) WVBR, Ithaca, NY, U.S.A.)
"An excellent performance of traditional, contemporary and original material in diverse ethnic styles, which held a capacity audience captivated. Latecomers lined up outside in the rain for a chance to get in between sets! A memorable evening of contrasts laced with quick-witted humour."
(-Cowichan Folk Guild, Duncan, B.C., Canada)
This Anglo-Alaskan duo have been on the road together for over a decade in a unique collaboration which combines their distinctly separate musical backgrounds, bringing their exuberant music and wild tales to audiences around the world.
They met in England in 1994, and have toured the UK from Shetland to the Channel Islands, Norfolk to Cornwall, Scotland and Wales. Performances in North America have ranged from Maine to the Aleutian Islands, and from British Columbia to Texas.
Hello Tania, thank's for the invitation it has been a long time. Must meet up again for a play, I really enjoyed that gig we did together many years ago.
Yesterday I got my copy of the "Masterharper of Pern" music book. I only ordered it on Thursday of last week. Thank you for getting it to me so quick. I baught the Digital Dowload off at CD Baby. Thank you so much for getting the book to me so quick.
Now time to wait for Menolly's CD while learning "The Masterharper" Music.
Hi Tania and Mike Love it that your playing Fisherman, how wonderful Where are you guys at the moment, Devon's getting colder right now, but if you're in Alaska then you could probably beat that! hope to see you next year si and ros xx
Howdy back Tanya! Thanks for keeping *me* on *your* list as well! As musicians ourselves, it's tough to get out to each other's shows- but, like you, I like to see where people are playing and what they've been up to.
Miss you as you've not been to Black Swan, York lately.
thought I ought to tell you about this. NEW Virtual Album ‘Farewell to Friends-Album One’ now available to download from www.wovenwheatwhispers.co.uk Price £3. With this album the poet and musician Tony Morris commences a new series of releases. This releases collects together the audio versions of ten poems from his Book ‘Farewell to Friends’ set to minimal folk music accompaniment.
Hi Tania Fantastic to meet up with you guys the other day- hope you got back alright- We drove back to Devon after the Hopwas club and got back at 4.30 in the morning- have just got up- feeling groggy Thanks for linking up- hope to see you again- all the best toyou and Mike- Love your MUSIC Si and Rosalind
Tania: Thank you for taking me up on the invitation. You both have fine voices and together, a most unique sound. It is a real joy to find you here on Your Space. Cheers! Jim
Wonderful to have a chance to catch up with you and Mike. I hope all goes well and that your travels are calm and rewarding and lead safely home. Best wishes,
Hi, Tania! I do NOT have the fiddle licks covered, only sort of hemmed around the edges a bit- we NEEDED you on the new album and you played your part just beautifully. Thank you so much for all your hard work and wonderful playing... not to mention friendship. Love,
Felicia.
Thanks for the add! Long time since we saw you! We used to meet up so often once upon a time, usually in Redditch but never these days. How life carries us all along!! Love to you both, Anni & Dave
