Land Heart Song – Electronic Press Kit
Land Heart Song is Tiiu Strutt, a songwriter and educator passionate about supporting families in nurturing a love for nature through songs and stories. Land Heart Song’s performances spark wonder and joy, inspiring everyone in the family to sing along and deepen their relationship with the natural world.
“It was very special to have you, you embody the exact purpose of the festival, a connection with land through artistic expression.”
Caroline Marie Brooks, Artistic Director, Restoration Festival
“This is irresistible.”
Ken Whiteley, Roots musician and 7 time Juno award nominee
“Tiiu has a remarkable ability to connect instantly with people of all ages and backgrounds and engage them immediately in singing, moving and learning together.”
Chris White, Ottawa-based festival and event programmer
Career Highlights
– Festival performances include: Restoration Festival (2025), SpringTide Music Fest (2023 and 2025), Northern Lights Festival Boreal (2024), Wintersong Music Fest (2024)
– “You Belong Here” music video released in collaboration with Child and Nature Alliance of Canada and Black in Nature in Fall 2024
– Co-creator of KIDZAC, a successful Toronto family-music series at The Tranzac
– 2023 Folk Music Ontario Official Showcase
– Prior to Land Heart Song, Tiiu has been a featured artist for a full concert performance on CBC Canada Live, as well as performed at multiple festivals, including Ottawa Folk Fest
Bio
Since 2003, Tiiu has successfully recorded four albums, toured nationally, and received national and college radio play, including being a featured artist on CBC Radio’s “Canada Live” program. As Land Heart Song, Tiiu has performed at festivals, including Northern Lights Festival Boreal (Sudbury), SpringTide Music Festival (Uxbridge) and Restoration Festival (Burks Falls). A collaborator at heart, Land Heart Song has shared the stage with many nationally acclaimed family music entertainers, including four-time Juno-nominee GinaLina. Land Heart Song is also co-host of KIDZAC, a hopping Family Music series at The Tranzac (Toronto). With KIDZAC, Tiiu works alongside co-host Pete Moss to present a monthly gathering that features the diversity of Family Music entertainers from across Canada. Land Heart Song has also worked collaboratively with numerous local and national organizations to create meaningful musical workshops and performances that engage families with the natural world. Collaborators include The Child and Nature Alliance of Canada (CNAC) and Natural Curiosity, both national leaders in education.
Land Heart Song’s latest release is “You Belong Here”. The music video was created in collaboration with CNAC and Black in Nature and is featured in CNAC’s online course called Anti-Racism in Outdoor Play. This offering follows Land Heart Song’s 2023 album release, “Songs for Tree”. Produced by Joel Schwartz (Dione Taylor, Shawna Caspi), “Songs for Tree” is a song cycle that follows a child’s relationship with a tree through the seasons.
Press
“…weaving childhood wonder into fun for the whole family.”
-Roots Music Canada
“…her music is perfect to help celebrate the changing of the seasons with the young (and young at heart!)”
-Review by Cashbox Canada
“It’s as if Raffi and Brandi Carlile wrote a campfire anthem together — with a purpose.”
-Review of “You Belong Here” by FindYourSounds
“Tiiu has a voice like an old-growth forest. I could listen to her all day long… It’s a powerful message and an excellent tune.”
-Review of “You Belong Here” by The Kindie Beat
“Sweet and Sincere”
-Review by Darryl Sterdan, Tinnitist.com Music Blogger
Photos
By Liz Duckett Photography
By Liz Duckett Photography
By Liz Duckett Photography
Stage Plot
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Contact Info
www.landheartsong.com
landheartsong@gmail.com
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