There comes a time in life when you start to appreciate moments of serenity–peaceful hikes through the mountains, a relaxing day by the ocean. Hailing from Pasco, Washington, singer/songwriter Quinell understand this serenity. The town is surrounded by mountains and beautiful scenery, making it easy to slip away and take in all that nature has to offer.
It’s also this serenity that seeps into Quinell’s music especially in the Village Hall videos, which were shot at Walla Walla University where the folk singer attended college.
“As a student at Walla Walla University, my favorite building on campus was always “Village Hall.” Now, as an alumni and a musician, I was very excited to be granted the opportunity to record a couple of my own songs in this beautiful building. What started out as a random idea to shoot a song in Village Hall has turned into the “Village Hall Sessions,” something that I hope to continue coming back to for years to come,” Quinell says.
“Space To Breathe” and “You Are Mine” both showcase the raw talent of Quinell. Beautifully complimented by the violin, the Village Hall Sessions transport you into the room with the Quinell and enter a moment of serenity.
Check out the videos and meaning behind each song below.
“Space to Breathe”
The song “Space To Breathe” is written about the end of a relationship. That time in the relationship when one of the two involved decides they need some space. While you’d like to believe that there’s still a chance, you know it’s really over.
The song “Space To Breathe” is written about the end of a relationship. That time in the relationship when one of the two involved decides they need some space. While you’d like to believe that there’s still a chance, you know it’s really over.
“You Are Mine”
When I was 13 years old, my great grandmother told me the story about how her and my great grandfather met. Both of their families had moved from the Ukraine to Saskatchewan, Canada, where their story takes place. My great grandfather had bought a farm, and one day while at the little country store, he heard that there was a “young lady from the old country” working there. Dating was a little different back then, as all he had to say was, “You’re from the old country, so am I… we should get married.” This song is their story, complete with living in a remodeled grain bin until they could build a house on their farm. When life was simple and love won out.
When I was 13 years old, my great grandmother told me the story about how her and my great grandfather met. Both of their families had moved from the Ukraine to Saskatchewan, Canada, where their story takes place. My great grandfather had bought a farm, and one day while at the little country store, he heard that there was a “young lady from the old country” working there. Dating was a little different back then, as all he had to say was, “You’re from the old country, so am I… we should get married.” This song is their story, complete with living in a remodeled grain bin until they could build a house on their farm. When life was simple and love won out.
