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Rennie Pearson: Traditional Celtic Music
Virtuoso multi-instrumentalist bringing the Celtic traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Maritime Canada to life through tunes, songs and storytelling
Rennie Pearson is one of Australasia’s leading Celtic musicians, weaving together a finely crafted show of soaring melodies, captivating songs, and storytelling steeped in rich tradition. His performances feature wooden flute, Irish whistles, guitar, fiddle, bodhrán, and voice, which he uses to transport the listener on a journey through this ancient music.
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Tracks from my solo album:
'From Across the Seas'
Links to all Albums
Short Bio:
Rennie Pearson is a virtuoso multi-instrumentalist specializing in the traditional music of Ireland, Scotland, and Maritime Canada.
His dynamic performances balance foot-stomping dance tunes with soul-stirring slow airs and evocative storytelling. His engaging stage presence, humor and deep knowledge of the music and its history, opens the door for audiences of all ages and backgrounds to connect with the music he plays on the wooden flute, Irish whistles, guitar, bodhrán, fiddle and voice.
He has toured extensively across New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, Canada, and China, performed at major festivals, and appeared alongside artists such as Yo-Yo Ma on international recording projects.
Highlights:
Performed at festivals in NZ AUS and internationaly:
National Celtic Festival (AUS), Auckland Folk Festival (NZ), Boxwood Festival (CAN) Port Fairy Folk Festival (AUS) plus many more
International touring experience across Australia, NZ, Ireland, Canada, and China
Collaborated on Sandra Boynton's album Cows and Holly alongside Yo-Yo Ma, Stuart Duncan and other prolific artists
Toured as a musician for Irish dance productions Celtica, Rhythm of the Dance, and Celtic Illusion
Taught at prominent music schools: Boxwood (Canada, AUS and NZ), ScotsStrings (NZ), Ceol Aneas (NZ), CelticANZ and Gàidhealtachd (NZ)
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