The Andrew Collins Trio
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Mando maestro Andrew Collins finds himself – through no actual fault of his own – at the epicentre of Canada’s acoustic/roots music scene. He didn’t invent it – but he’s certainly been a major contributor, having co-founded seriously noteworthy Canadian bands like the Creaking Tree String Quartet, the Foggy Hogtown Boys and, more recently, his namesake Trio. That’s not to mention the fact that this robust performer – comfortable on mandolin, fiddle, guitar, mandola and mandocello – composes, produces, arranges, writes and teaches across multiple genres, including a freewheeling fusion of folk, acoustic roots, newgrass and even a dash of chamber where warranted :-)
As Collins gathers up innumerable JUNO nominations (5) and Canadian Folk Music Awards (7) won by his various ensembles, he’s zeroing in on the work he does with Trio mates: fellow string guru Adam Shier, whose versatility shines through on guitar and mandolin, and in-the-pocket James McEleney holding it down on the bass, mandocello and harmony vocals.
Showcasing a dizzying number of styles and instruments on stage, Collins and Co. appear to live by the old adage, “idle hands are the devil’s workshop”, likely keeping them just ahead of his grasp. Bending and blending genres, these musical shape shifters land somewhere between the re-imagined worlds of Béla Fleck, Newgrass invader David Grisman and the legendary Yo Yo Ma!
They were just signed by UK’s Strada Music and Spain’s Salan Producciones to tour their new CD, “Retro”.
Here at The Bassment on Sept 22nd, Saskatonians will get to hear the album first, a treasure trove of Andrew’s signature tracks over the years with fresh arrangements and spirited trio interplay. From blazing bluegrass to new acoustic roots and mod-classical reinterpretations, Retro shows that great music evolves through honouring its roots.
Sponsored by Northern Lights Bluegrass & Old Tyme Music Society
Terms & Conditions
MEMBER TICKET - $30
NON-MEMBER TICKET - $40
ONLY MEMBERS CAN PURCHASE MEMBER TICKET
$3 facility fee is included
Tax (GST &PST), box office fee & processing fee will be added at checkout
Ticket sales are non-refundable
As Collins gathers up innumerable JUNO nominations (5) and Canadian Folk Music Awards (7) won by his various ensembles, he’s zeroing in on the work he does with Trio mates: fellow string guru Adam Shier, whose versatility shines through on guitar and mandolin, and in-the-pocket James McEleney holding it down on the bass, mandocello and harmony vocals.
Showcasing a dizzying number of styles and instruments on stage, Collins and Co. appear to live by the old adage, “idle hands are the devil’s workshop”, likely keeping them just ahead of his grasp. Bending and blending genres, these musical shape shifters land somewhere between the re-imagined worlds of Béla Fleck, Newgrass invader David Grisman and the legendary Yo Yo Ma!
They were just signed by UK’s Strada Music and Spain’s Salan Producciones to tour their new CD, “Retro”.
Here at The Bassment on Sept 22nd, Saskatonians will get to hear the album first, a treasure trove of Andrew’s signature tracks over the years with fresh arrangements and spirited trio interplay. From blazing bluegrass to new acoustic roots and mod-classical reinterpretations, Retro shows that great music evolves through honouring its roots.
Sponsored by Northern Lights Bluegrass & Old Tyme Music Society
Terms & Conditions
MEMBER TICKET - $30
NON-MEMBER TICKET - $40
ONLY MEMBERS CAN PURCHASE MEMBER TICKET
$3 facility fee is included
Tax (GST &PST), box office fee & processing fee will be added at checkout
Ticket sales are non-refundable
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