Rigel 

 Charged with youthful exuberance and musical excellence, the dynamic foursome that
is Rigel blasted onto the Celtic music scene with a formula all their own: one part Irish and
Scottish traditional melodies and driving Cape Breton rhythm; and one part dynamic new
compositions and eclectic arrangements. All these elements are revved up a notch by
powerhouse performances and the unmistakable passion of four musicians who love their
music.

How did four young musicians come together to forge such an
exciting eclectic sound? How is it that this sound transcends all age groups and manages to
seamlessly tie together a plethora of regional, cultural, and stylistic influences into a cohesive
sound that captivates audiences wherever they plug in? The answer is found in Rigel's
attention to the sound that they love and their ability to connect and compose pieces that
pull from all of their musical backgrounds and talents. At Rigel's musical core is brother and
sister Shea and Evan Carlson. After their classical training took an unexpected turn
into the Celtic realm, Shea and Evan quickly realized that their passion lay in this exciting
and versatile genre. As they began to explore the roads that led down the traditional Celtic
music path, they discovered a treasure that they could draw from to create a new and fresh
style with all the character of the original pieces. Early on, they joined forces with the
phenomenal mando/guitar musician Mark Bilhorn who shared their excitement for the
music and with his incredible skill, further propelled their sound into a style that is uniquely
Rigel. The finishing touch was the addition of drums and percussion which adds a dramatic
depth and is skillfully articulated by master drummer Phil Reese.

Together, these four musicians who share an infectious passion for their music will leave you begging for more.