OTTAWA CITIZEN
SATURDAY OCTOBER 3rd 2009
FEET BE STILL 4 STARS Patrick Langston
“Chris MacLean is a singer you trust. Maybe it’s her lyrics – she’s especially good at marrying interior and exterior landscapes – or maybe it’s her voice, an inviting blend of warmth and clarity.
Then again, perhaps it’s the hope underpinning her music: “There’s still time,” she sings in Song for Tibet, her assurance extending beyond the borders of just one troubled country.
Whatever her secret, the Gatineau hills-based singer/songwriter is a balanced voice in an off-kilter world.
Most of the tunes on her second solo album are original and occasionally less subtle than they could be, particularly when touching on environmental degradation.
MacLean also breathes fresh life into folk nuggets like The Water is Wide.”
“One of the things I like best about Chris Maclean’s work is its levity; even when singing the most serious song there is still a sense of light in the work. It begins with her voice which is unmistakable, clear and ethereal all at the same time. There is something too in her melodies which always return to an uplifting theme even though the song may touch upon some sorrow. And then there are her lyrics which are more often than not redemptive and positive, particularly on her new CD Feet Be Still. All in all Chris’ work seems to be about a lightness of being and grace while walking through a very complicated life. Feet Be Still.” Ian Tamblyn, Singer Songwriter/Producer
OTTAWA CITIZEN
Saturday, January 20, 2001
Review by Lynn Saxberg
OTTAWA CITIZEN
Wednesday, March 21st, 2001
Story by Wes Smiderle
“She posseses a passion for the music she creates; good songwriting; interesting arrangements; her own distinct voice; a dedication to practice; a compelling stage presence and finally and perhaps most importantly, a warm, vivid sense of humour and fun.” Paul Symes - The Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield Quebec
“Chris is an undiscovered treasure with a pure voice.” Mae Moore - international recording artist
“Emotions drive this songwriter, and move her audiences. I enjoy the creativity, the talent, and the sincerity of this songwriter. Her audiences have all voiced their appreciation, as have I.” Dean Verger - Rasputin’s Folk Club
“Chris MacLean sings right from her heart. In concert she is quietly mesmerizing, singing very personal songs with a marvellous sense of phrasing and the purest of voices.” Al Rankin - Artistic Director - Blue Skies Music Festival
“Her potent lyrics and exquisite voice awaken the listener’s heart. This is music that needs to be heard.” Chris White - Artistic Director - Ottawa Folk Festival
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Chris can perform acoustically or with a PA system.
For all solo performances she needs:
A chair without arms
Small table or stool for a glass of water, and other stuff.
When using a PA system she needs:
One vocal mike on a boom stand
One DI for the guitar
An instrument mic for the dulcimer
One monitor
The PA system can be supplied. Please inquire when booking.
For performances with band, inquire when booking.
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