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Qristina and Quinn Bachand
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Style: Celtic
Joined: February 01, 2007
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"The pair play with an obvious sense of joy in what they do, and their dedication to their craft is evident in each tune".
- FOCUS Magazine, January 2009

COME SEE US WHEN WE PERFORM AT THE 2009 CELTIC COLOURS INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL IN CAPE BRETON THIS FALL!
This young brother and sister duo from Victoria, BC, Canada, are quickly carving out a name for themselves. At 18, Qristina Bachand has developed into an expressive fiddler, with a unique style that is both edgy and smooth. Though strongly rooted in the Celtic tradition, her versatility and interests also include Old-Time, Appalachian, Swing, Bluegrass and contemporary folk music.

Thirteen year old Quinn Bachand is a gifted guitar player and sought after accompanist. Blessed with an acute ear and an innate sense of rhythm, he continues to astonish fans with his diversity and skill, not just on guitar but also on fiddle and banjo.

Together, Qristina and Quinn Bachand create music that is challenging, energetic, and fun. Their many fans claim they are "the next best duo in the Celtic world"! Their recently released debut CD "Relative Minors" is receiving rave reviews not just from fans but also from music critics worldwide. "Relative Minors" is traditional music for the 21st century, always mindful of its origins but fresh and exciting in its ambition and delivery.

Qristina and Quinn have opened and played with many well-known musicians including Ashley MacIsaac, Battlefield Band, Lau, Lunasa, Liz Caroll & John Doyle, Buddy McMaster, Daniel Lapp and more!

Media coverage includes CBC Radio, Clare FM (Ireland), CFUV, Village 900, CKCU... recent print articles have appeared in Penguin Eggs (Canada's Folk & Roots Magazine), Focus Magazine, Monday Magazine and the Victoria Times Colonist. Qristina and Quinn have also appeared on CHEK-TV, A-TV, CTV, Global Maritimes & Art-TV (Germany).

Record Label: Q & Q Music
Label Type: Independent
Band Members: 2
Age: 53
Influences: Casey Driessen, Eileen Ivers, Ashley MacIsaac, Jerry Holland, Howie MacDonald, Martin Hayes, Alasdair White, Cathall Hayden, Liz Carroll, Glenn Graham, Andrea Beaton, Erynn Marshall, Daniel Lapp, Bruce Molsky & bands such as Solas, Battlefield Band, Lunasa, Lau & others. For guitar influences definately John Doyle for Celtic, Jim Murray, Django Reinhardt, Andreas Oberg, Robin Nolan, Jimmy Rosenberg for Gypsy Jazz.
Sounds Like: Qristina and Quinn Bachand
Hometown: Victoria, British Columbia
Country: Canada
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Channel Comments (51)
Bobrop123 (1 week ago)
I love this Celtic music. Great energy, lots of fun!
cometirish (1 week ago)
Hey
You are very talented. Please continue to play and record albums.  The world needs more Celtic music. I do have one tip for you, though. A great band to listen to and get inspiration from is Leahy. You don't list them as influences, so I assume you haven't heard of them. Leahy is absolutely one of my favorites. Please check them out. They're a great band to listen to.
Slainte,
McKinzie
Alargh (1 week ago)
Hey, your music is really good!!!!!
I'm going to subscribing now!!
2009gyokuro (3 weeks ago)
Because I made friends with you, I am glad.
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irishcrazydude (3 weeks ago)
hey im Cian and im from ireland:0
im lovin ur music! iv been playing tinwhisle and flute for about 9 years iv started a new channel on here the links on my page..id love if u watchd some of my videos of me playing trad when there up.
thanks:)
maneli (1 month ago)
Great tunes here! Really dig it, thanks for subscribing too!

Maneli
samuelshepard (2 months ago)
you guys are wonderful
magicalmerk (3 months ago)
thanks for sharing so much great music! awesome channel!
Keelsman (3 months ago)
Oi, I noticed you two were gigging at the same venue as I was, I was at the Duke of Dublin with the Dreadnoughts recently. Hope you're enjoying the shows, you'have some serious talent, the celtic scene needs more of what you've got!

Slainte!
Druzil
evilmutent (4 months ago)
Saw you two at the Big St. pat's night show for Celticfest Vancouver 2009 and was super impressed by your music. I can't wait to see you again!
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