SASKIA

Saskia was born and raised in the Netherlands. She immigrated to Canada in 1975 and moved to British Columbia where she explored her new environment and language. Although her early musical style was influenced by many European and North American folk artists, she realized that her passion lay in writing original songs, that melded the traditions of her European homeland with the frontier spirit of Northern British Columbia. This discovery led her to embark upon a career as singer and songwriter, that would span 20 years and find her performing at venues throughout Europe, Canada, Mexico and the United States.Saskia believes her music is best described as an effort to reconcile her experience as an immigrant coming from the rich historical mosaic that is Europe with the exuberant vitality of Canada's north country. She says. "Although I love everything about Canada deeply and consider it my home, I find that I have to return periodically to Holland to reconnect with my roots and reassure myself it's all still there. My song “Two Countries" best describes how I feel when it says, “two countries are pulling me ever so strong".Her solo albums “Lady Luck” and "Saskia" are supported by radio stations such as CBC and CKUA. Saskia’s energetic touring schedule keeps her a perennial favorite on the airwaves. The latest CD “LAURA'S KITCHEN” was recorded with her partner Darrel Delaronde.Saskia’s years of experience are evident in her performances. Her talent as a seasoned singer/songwriter blends with a sense of humor that quickly puts her audience at ease. She performs a combination of original and traditional folk songs with energy and conviction. Her beautiful voice, with it’s exceptional range and pitch, allows her to craft a style of singing that is uniquely her own. Saskia is comfortable performing solo or, as she often does, in collaborating with her partner, Darrel Delaronde and with Gary Fjellgaard. Saskia, in addition to singing, plays guitar, bass and penny whistles.

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