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Kelly Russell (musician)

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Kelly Russell
Born(1956-06-30)June 30, 1956
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
GenresFolk
Occupation(s)Musician, Teacher, Record producer
Instrument(s)Fiddle, Violin, Concertina, Mandolin, Tin whistle, Celtic harp, Bouzouki
Websitehttp://www.kellyrussell.ca/

Kelly Russell (born 30 June 1956)[1] is a Newfoundland fiddle player and founding member of Newfoundland musical groups Figgy Duff and the Wonderful Grand Band. He is known for having worked closely with fellow Newfoundland fiddle players Émile Benoît and Rufus Guinchard and has collected over 500 traditional tunes unique to Newfoundland and Labrador. He is a recipient of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal and was named as a Member of the Order of Canada.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Kelly Russell". The Canadian Encyclopedia. Retrieved 2017-08-25.
  2. ^ General, The Office of the Secretary to the Governor. "The Governor General of Canada". Retrieved 2017-08-25.
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