Artist description Philomene Hoffman Philomene Hoffman is a guitarist, singer/songwriter - performer, whose dynamic voice and guitar explore important personal and social content through passionate, entertaining expression. Her refreshing, original compositions focus on songs and stories that address issues about self reflection, abuse and the environment. Her music has been described as folk rock with classical influences, blended with a fiery Celtic edge of eclectic violin, flute and percussion.

Music Style Folk Rock

Musical Influences Classical, Celtic

Artist History She received a FACTOR "new talent demo award" in 1997. She expands her artistic, professional career by working with children as a music educator. Philomene has performed in the Parkdale, Artbeat and Cabbagetown festivals in Toronto from 1997 to present. She performs at various live venues around the Toronto area such as "Hugh's Room", the "Big Bop", "The Oasis", "Free Times Cafe" and in Flesherton, Ontario at "Aggie's Cafe". She has been spotlighted at "Canadian Music Festival Week 2001" as a unique and talented performing artist. She continues to host open stages at "Hart House" (University of Toronto) and celebrated the release of her first independent CD ("let her go") in June 2002.

Group Members Philomene Hoffman - vocals, guitar Alex Cheung - violin Michelle

Instruments Guitar, Violin, Bass, Drums, Effects

Albums Let Her Go

Location Toronto, ON - Canada

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