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Sarah Slean
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 aboard. Her critically acclaimed fourth studio album, Day One, was released in 10 countries and produced two hit singles in Canada. In 2006 Sarah lived in France for more than seven months to tour and promote Day One’s European release, landing television spots on hit music shows such as "Taratata" and playing at some of the country's most celebrated music festivals. Sarah’s songs have also appeared on popular North American television shows such as “Party of Five,” “Dawson's Creek” and “Felicity”.
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.
Sarah Slean currently resides in downtown Toronto, ON and studies music and philosophy at the University of Toronto. She co-produces all of her own recordings and participates in the creation of each album’s cover art.

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Member Since: 12/23/2005
Band Website: sarahslean.com
Sounds Like: "Get Home" Official Video

"Get Home" Video Director Contest - Winning Video by Jerome
Record Label: Warner WEA
Type of Label: Major

My Blog

The last few "Books & Ballgowns" Tour dates and photos

OttawaI wake up in my hotel suite that morning after spending the previous day with journalists.  Remembering how they asked me intelligent, penetrating questions, my heart hurts from their earne...
Posted by Sarah Slean on Tue, 03 Jun 2008 12:35:00 PST

Sarah on BT and Live @ 5 in Halifax

Sarah will be appearing on CTV's Live @ 5 News Thursday, May 29 in Halifax during the show's entertainment segment. The piece will re-air on CTV's Breakfast Television the following morning, Friday, M...
Posted by Sarah Slean on Wed, 28 May 2008 02:52:00 PST

UPDATE: CANCELLED - Sarah on "Out of the Fog" TONIGHT (Fri, May 16)

UPDATE: Because of flight cancellations due to dense fog, Sarah will not be appearing on "Out of the Fog" today. Sarah will be making an appearance on "Out of the Fog" this Friday, May 16 at 7:30pm N...
Posted by Sarah Slean on Fri, 16 May 2008 08:15:00 PST

From the road...

Read Sarah's latest journal entry from the road, then head over to the Vitamins page for YouTube Stars and quantum physics....
Posted by Sarah Slean on Thu, 15 May 2008 03:18:00 PST

St. John’s winners chosen, deadline for next draw is May 21

The winners for Sarah's St. John's show were chosen today. Thank you to everyone who entered. If you haven't entered our draw to win a pair of tickets to Sarah's Fredericton, NB, Moncton, NB, or Halif...
Posted by Sarah Slean on Tue, 13 May 2008 12:58:00 PST

So many miles indeed....

On either side, as far as the eye can see, Deerfoot trail is flanked by smoothly combed yellow grain fields and the vegetation just stubborn enough to flower. After such arduous winters, it can only b...
Posted by Sarah Slean on Thu, 08 May 2008 12:34:00 PST

Win Tickets to See Sarah on the East Coast

Haven't purchased your tickets to see Sarah out East yet? Sonic Concerts is now giving away two pairs of tickets to Sarah's St. John's, NF, Fredericton, NB, Moncton, NB and Halifax, NS shows. To win a...
Posted by Sarah Slean on Wed, 07 May 2008 02:51:00 PST

Sarah to Perform at Montreal Jazz Festival, Buy Tickets Now

It has just been announced that Sarah will be playing in the Montreal Jazz Festival this year! On June 28, Sarah will perform at Club Soda as part of this legendary, international festival, which is t...
Posted by Sarah Slean on Tue, 06 May 2008 02:32:00 PST

Watch the Winning Video from Sarah’s "Get Home" Contest

The winning video from the Sarah Slean "Get Home" Video Director Contest is now up! You can watch the video, created by Jerome from Brampton, ON, on Sarah's main MySpace page or on her new, ...
Posted by Sarah Slean on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:28:00 PST

3 Pairs of Tickets to Sarah’s Toronto Show Still Available

We currently have three pairs of tickets to Sarah's May 23 show in Toronto on sale in the SarahSlean.com Store. Head over now, these definitely won't last....
Posted by Sarah Slean on Tue, 29 Apr 2008 02:48:00 PST