Celtic Music for Weddings and Special Events
THISTLE AND SHAMROCK MUSICIANS
SHONA LE MOTTEE - CELTIC FIDDLER
Born on the Island of Jersey in the English Channel, Shona moved to Vancouver, Canada at age nine. Raised by a mother from the East coast of Scotland, Shona has deep roots in the musical traditions of Scotland, Ireland and Cape Breton Island.
Shona has performed with many well-known Celtic bands and recorded a Juno-Award winning album with local Vancouver band, "The Paperboys". She also performed with the world-famous "Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance" in the USA.
Over the years, Shona has provided traditional and contemporary Celtic music for many weddings and formal occasions. She performs as a solo, duo, or full band act often with the musicians listed below.
For more information visit Shona's Official Website: www.shona.ca
Born on the Island of Jersey in the English Channel, Shona moved to Vancouver, Canada at age nine. Raised by a mother from the East coast of Scotland, Shona has deep roots in the musical traditions of Scotland, Ireland and Cape Breton Island.
Shona has performed with many well-known Celtic bands and recorded a Juno-Award winning album with local Vancouver band, "The Paperboys". She also performed with the world-famous "Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance" in the USA.
Over the years, Shona has provided traditional and contemporary Celtic music for many weddings and formal occasions. She performs as a solo, duo, or full band act often with the musicians listed below.
For more information visit Shona's Official Website: www.shona.ca
TIM READMAN - GUITAR / VOCALS
Tim was born near Newcastle upon Tyne in northern England. He arrived in Canada with a large repertoire of great songs from the Celtic tradition under his belt.
He has since played all over the country and toured internationally as both a solo artist and band member. Tim has worked as a musician, record producer, artistic director for CelticFest Vancouver, and Master of Ceremonies on many occasions.
Tim is well-known for his sense of humour and authentic delivery of traditional music. His rhythm guitar playing and strong vocals are a perfect accompaniment to Shona's fine fiddling style.
Shona and Tim have been performing together for over 10 years.
Tim was born near Newcastle upon Tyne in northern England. He arrived in Canada with a large repertoire of great songs from the Celtic tradition under his belt.
He has since played all over the country and toured internationally as both a solo artist and band member. Tim has worked as a musician, record producer, artistic director for CelticFest Vancouver, and Master of Ceremonies on many occasions.
Tim is well-known for his sense of humour and authentic delivery of traditional music. His rhythm guitar playing and strong vocals are a perfect accompaniment to Shona's fine fiddling style.
Shona and Tim have been performing together for over 10 years.
PAT CHESSELL - GUITAR / VOCALS
Canadian born from Irish descent, Paddy has quickly become a popular performer at many of the Lower Mainland's Irish Pubs.
Pat delivers traditional and contemporary Irish songs along with some well-known top 40 numbers. At a Pat Chessell show you will hear original songs as well as covers from "Spirit of The West" , "Stompin' Tom" , "Great Big Sea" and many more.
Pat performs as a duo with Shona on the fiddle and also with his full band which includes electric bass and percussion.
Shona and Pat have been performing together for 3 years.
Canadian born from Irish descent, Paddy has quickly become a popular performer at many of the Lower Mainland's Irish Pubs.
Pat delivers traditional and contemporary Irish songs along with some well-known top 40 numbers. At a Pat Chessell show you will hear original songs as well as covers from "Spirit of The West" , "Stompin' Tom" , "Great Big Sea" and many more.
Pat performs as a duo with Shona on the fiddle and also with his full band which includes electric bass and percussion.
Shona and Pat have been performing together for 3 years.
