Biography

Kerensa is an assured and devastatingly skilful Hammered Dulcimer player who
delivers a performance that is innovative, energetic and confident....
And who could expect anything else since she has learnt from the masters! In her early days
she recieved expert tuition from Jim Couza and Maclaine Colston, both considered by many
to be the best Hammered Dulcimer players of their generation. Kerensa has taken their
teachings and developed her own uniquely powerful playing style that captivates audiences
where ever she performs.

" You can expect fresh ideas and lots of energy from this talented musician. Her
spontaneuos style makes her thrilling to watch and an absolute delight to listen to"
(Maclaine Colston)

Although Kerensa's primary instrument is the Hammered Dulcimer, she also displays an
enviable talent for the playing of whistles and singing of traditional Cornish and English
songs, with either guitar or mandola accompaniment. The result is a repetoire that is both
varied and interesting.

Kerensa is probably best remembered for her early work with Tim van Eyken and as the
founder member of the Acoustic Youth Band. These ensembles led to a track recorded for Mrs.
Casey's 'Evolving Tradition' album and appearances at a venues such as the South Bank and
Barbican Centres in London and some of the UK's top folk festivals.

Since returning to her home town of Truro in Cornwall 6 years ago, Kerensa has been
concentrating on rediscovering her roots. She spent some time working with Cornish band
'Ahanan', appearing at venues and festivals in Cornwall and further afield. The band also
recorded a sound track for the first ever Cornish/English bilingual film 'Bitter Sweet'. More
recently she has also been lucky enough to work alongside the talented
singer/songwriter/guitarist Steve Hunt.

After a short break to bring up her 4 children, Kerensa is back with a rapidly
emerging duo Leski. This new project see's her working alongside one of
Cornwalls finest fiddle players and singers Richard Threthewey. Leski have
already released their debut album, which is recieving great reviews and can be
seen performing across the country and beyond in the coming year... for more
information about Leski, CLICK HERE