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Sienna Dahlen is a Juno award-winning vocalist known for her contributions to the vocal jazz genre. Her collaboration with guitarist Mike Rud on the album "Notes Montreal" won the Vocal Jazz Album of the Year in 2014. Sienna has established herself as a music educator, instrumentalist, and composer, having released six albums of original folk and jazz music. Her album, "Verglas," received positive acclaim, and she is recognized in the Montreal jazz scene for her innovative performances. Sienna's repertoire spans classical jazz, and she has performed at distinguished festivals such as the Ottawa Winter Jazz Festival and the Montreal International Jazz Festival. In October 2020, she was given carte blanche at the Festival de Jazz Montreal, showcasing her selection of musicians. Sienna has collaborated on various national and international projects, co-leading albums such as "Dream Cassette" and participating in significant works across continents, including Canada, Denmark, Lebanon, and France. Noteworthy collaborations include performances with L'Orchestre National de Jazz de Montreal, contributing her lyricism and compositions. Sienna's artistic endeavors include multidisciplinary residencies and experimental music workshops, where she fosters student creativity in both conventional and unconventional music-making methods. As an educator, she brings extensive knowledge across different musical styles and is adaptable to students' diverse musical backgrounds and interests.
Concordia University • Montreal, QC
Educates students in vocal techniques, songwriting, and various aspects of music performance.
Administered by the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema; focuses on cinematic arts practice and research-creation.