Joy Riessen

Over time, Celtic music has spread its roots around the world, mixing and entwining with other musical traditions, creating new and unique styles in many different countries. The main objective of my project is to delve into and explore these different styles, from various countries, namely Ireland, Scotland, Quebec, and early California.

As a composer, I seek to unravel this Celtic knot, and from the disparate threads, weave the unique styles into my own compositions, finding inspiration in the areas where I live, the scenery I experience, and the musicians I meet.