David Rankine
Alliston, ON, CA
Alternative / progressive / Experimental
Bio
Drawing heavily from such diverse influences as Applachian folk,Indo-Perisan,Classic Rock, Progressive Rock and also from a background in Scots and Irish folk music(bagpipes)David's original compositions engage the listener in a way that asks the listener to become part of the music- music that provides a co-creative healing space.
David has recorded 5 CDs with his Acid-folk band Dulcimehread, 1 prog-folk CD with Billy Fairly (as East by West),two solo meditation CDs and two guided meditati...
Past Shows
Sat, Apr 16, 2011
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
Sharon, ON, CA
Comments
EL123:
Sonic mandalas, visual melodies -- David Rankine induces a synaesthetic trip in his listeners.
Anyone lucky enough to live in the Greater Toronto area knows he is an amazing live musician, and a powerful recording artist...
Dec 08
EL123:
Loving the new Awakening the Heart CD -- and it fits so beautifully well with your Dulcimerhead CDs. Like it's all coming from the same wonderful place.
See you on the 12th at BraveArt!!!
EL
Dec 04
Press
“ Re: Dulcimerhead's (with Dave Rankine)CD "Western Voyage, Eastern Shore"
... what makes it(Dulcimerhead's sound) unique is the mountain dulcimer, which is an extremely versatile instrument. Rankine is able to use it to its full advantage on tunes like Sunstone. The versatility of the dulcimer takes the foreground, though, through the use of harmonics and drones, while layering the melodic and accompanying lines to create a depth of sound. Overall, Dulcimerhead's fourth album is fantastic. Its pieces vary in tempo, mode, key, style, regional influence, lyrical content and percussive technique, all of which keeps the listener interested. Most impressive, though, is how pieces like Sunstone and At the Edge can showcase the intricacies of the mountain dulcimer � the instrument isn�t exhibited as a one-trick pony relied on as a novelty. Instead, it's very much used to its full advantage to enhance the sound and concept of the album..."”
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Status
Status:
working the groove
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Links
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