ABOUT

2010 Canadian Folk Music Award Double Nominee and 2009 Canadian Folk Music Award Nominee for Instrumental Solo Artist of the Year, Karrnnel is quickly establishing himself as one of the most dynamic and original fiddle players in the Country. As a spirited performer and composer, his music draws from the various styles that he plays - Canadian Old Time, Métis, Ukrainian, Norwegian, Irish, Scottish, Celtic, French Canadian, Cape Breton, Bluegrass, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Country, and Classical.

In June 2010, Karrnnel alongside Juno nominated multi instrumentalist Daniel Koulack (Winnipeg, MB) released a new album entitled ‘Fiddle and Banjo’ which garnered 2 Canadian Folk Music Award Nominations for Instrumental Group of the Year and Pushing the Boundaries. Karrnnel released his debut self-titled solo recording in February 2009 with rave reviews from across Canada. The album features 100% original music that showcases the diversity of the music he plays and writes.

In 2009 Karrnnel was one of 3 short listed nominees for the 30 Below Award at the Saskatchewan Lieutenant Governor Arts Awards. This award recognizes young artists who have earned significant recognition in their artistic career and show exceptional promise.

Consistently amazing audiences with his passion and expertise of the music he plays, he is increasingly in demand for solo appearances, recording sessions, and concerts. This has given him the opportunity to perform his talent for such prestigious events as the 2010 LOVE Saskatchewan Festival at the Toronto Harbourfront, the 2010 Regina Folk Festival, the 2009 Council of the Federation (Premiere’s Convention), the 2008 World President’s Organization Winter Gala, and the 2004 Canadian Brier Men’s Curling Championship, just to name a few.

Whether he is performing with a full band at a major festival or an intimate house concert, you won’t find an unresponsive toe in the audience!!

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PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

1. •2010 Love Saskatchewan Festival at the Toronto Harbourfront Centre
   

2. •2010 CBC Radio Canada album release for ‘Fiddle & Banjo’
   

3. •2010 Official Showcase for Alberta Arts Councils, Organizations of Saskatchewan Arts Councils, and the
   

  Manitoba Arts Council

1. •2010 Regina Folk Festival
   

2. •2010 Ness Creek Music Festival
   

3. •“Concert of Hope” fundraiser playing with Nashville country artist and internationally acclaimed song writer Victoria Banks (2010)
   

4. •Jordan Cook Album Release Party (2010)
   

5. •CBC Radio Canada “Noel Noel” Christmas Concert (2009)
   

6. •CBC Radio “The Living Room Sessions” (2009)
   

7. •CBC Canada Live “Carrie Catherine feat. Karrnnel and Sam Mitchell” (2009)
   

8. •Forget Summer Arts Festival (Summer 2009)
   

9. •Ness Creek Music Festival (Summer 2009)
   

10. •Karrnnel Debut Album Release Party (2009)
    

11. •Dakota Dunes Casino “featuring Karrnnel” (2008 - current)
    

12. •Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange Society “Karrnnel, Troy MacGillivray, & Ray Bell” (2009)
    

• Jason Blaine Summer Tour (2008)