-The Winnipeg Free Press

 

 

 

Best known as a fiddle virtuoso who breezes through Celtic, Bluegrass, Jazz, World beat and other styles of music with stunning ease, Sierra's breadth of experience is impressive. Since the age of 7, Sierra has been a student of classical music as well as the traditional music of the Métis. Her talent has taken her around the world where she has visited countries in Asia, Europe and North America. She amazes audiences with compelling contemporary performances which feature exceptional instrumentals, energetic step-dancing and her infectious down to earth charm.

 

Never one to rest on her laurels, it is no surprise that 18 year old Sierra wants to expand and develop her musical talents. With a new EP to her credit, aptly named "Possibilities", Sierra's journey as a singer-songwriter is off to a promising start. Her voice is a study in gorgeous contradictions - wonderfully pure yet layered with subtle, smoky tones. Her songs speak of universal themes of love, longing and discovery wrapped in infectious melodies and delivered with sincerity and conviction. Audiences will be delighted to know that Sierra does not abandon her first love on this disc – it also features two instrumentals - including a compelling duet with special guest Ashley MacIsaac. She has created an atmosphere where stunning instrumentals and hook laden pop songs exist in perfect harmony. Produced by Bill Bell (Danko Jones, Tom Cochrane, Ian Thomas) and recorded in Toronto, "Possibilities" features some of Canada's finest musicians including Kevin Breit, Davide Direnzo and Kevin Fox.

 

 

Sierra dedicates much of her time to various causes, from her involvement with the global fight to ban landmines, her work with welcoming war-affected refugee families to Canada, as well as programs for inner-city youth in Winnipeg, all in an effort to make the world a better place. She has been presented with many humanitarian and volunteer awards for her substantial accomplishments including the Inaugural Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal but Sierra’s greatest satisfaction comes not from awards but from seeing the changes in people’s lives and the impact that the voices of youth can make in the world. It is no surprise that much of Sierra’s inspiration comes from the words of Gandhi., "You must be the change that you wish to see in the world."

 

 

Sierra Noble –a force to be reckoned with.

 

 

 

 

 

2005-Present       Advisory Committee as the Youth Representative of the University of Winnipeg, Global

                                College and Dialogue Centre working with Dr. Lloyd Axworthy

2005                       World Junior Womens Jigging Champion

2004/2005            Manitoba Junior Fiddle Champion

2002                       Inaugural Recipient of the Queen’s Golden Jubliee Medal

2002                       Manitoba Premier’s Award for Volunteer Service

2001                       Manitoba Teachers Society Young Humanitarian Award

2004                       Manitoba Hydro Spirit of the Earth Inaugural Youth Award

(for landmine issue & cultural preservation through music

 

PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS 

 

 

CTV "Manitoba Moments" presenting "Sierra's Song"

 30 Minute documentary by Farpoint Films Inc. (Producer: Kyle Bornais, Writer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor: John Barnard, Writer: Chris Charney)

 

APTN "Beyond Words"

 

APTN "Short Cuts" presenting "Sierra's Song"

 

Bravo "I'll Fly Away Home"

Documentary on Bluegrass Music in Canada

 

CBC Radio - "French Holiday Fete

" A Christmas Concert recorded live in the Westminister United Church, Winnipeg. Performers including Sierra Noble, Madrigaia, and The Manitoba Chamber Orchestra

 

CBC Television - "Tele Relais"

CBC/BBC "90th Anniversary, Battle of Vimy Ridge Ceremony" (2007)

CBC "Shaken Not Stirred" - Virtuosi Lunchtime Concert Series (2007)

Eagle Vision Inc. "We Joggin'" 2007

NEXT (APTN) - Guest host and featured guest (2006)

The Mix (APTN) with Greg Coyes

CBC Radio 2 "Red River Jig Story"

CBC Radio 2 “Concerts on Demand

 

 

 

Billy Joe Green (2008)

Fred Penner "Where In The World" (2008)

Julie Marinelli "Water Off A Ducks Back" (2008)

Eagle and Hawk “Life is a Circle” (2006)

The Harlots “Tired and Twisted” (2006)

Opening Theme for “The Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards” (2006)

“Franklin’s Christmas” – Soundtrack for live “Franklin The Turtle” (2006)

Don Freed “The Valley of Green and Blue” (2006)

150th Anniversary theme music for J.R. Richardson & Sons