Sarah Slean

Artist Description

The twice Juno and twice Gemini Award nominated Sarah Slean embodies a musical style all her own and has garnered a devoted, global fan-base following her two popular indie releases, Universe EP and Blue Parade, and four major label releases, Sarah Slean EP, Night Bugs, Day One and Orphan Music. Sarah's music has touched many in her native Canada and abroad.
Formerly a classical piano major, Sarah has maintained ties with her classical and academic roots by collaborating with several of the Canada's finest orchestras and ensembles (T.S.O, National Arts Orchestra, CBC Radio Orchestra, The Art of Time Ensemble) and by composing, as well as conducting, all of the string arrangements for her material. Perhaps the most unique aspect of Sarah's artistry is its breadth. In December 2004, she starred in the musical film Black Widow alongside Martin Tielli and Mary Margaret O'Hara. February 2006 welcomed her first exhibit of original artwork, accompanied by the release of her first volume of poetry, Ravens. March 2008 will see the release of Sarah's fifth studio recording, The Baroness, which features some of her most honest, moving and magical songwriting to date. A collection of paintings and a second volume of poetry by Sarah will accompany the album's release.
Citing such diverse musical influences as Glenn Gould, Tom Waits, PJ Harvey, musicals, Joni Mitchell, Irving Berlin and drawing from a host of literary, philosophical and artistic favourites, Sarah Slean's unique artistic output continues to inspire and amaze her fans.