LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 
ARDS INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL 

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“Sarah McQuaid has evolved into a mature artist with important thoughts to ponder then sing about …. One of music’s most reliable and empathetic songwriters …. warm, introspective, and stunningly gorgeous songs, many-faceted gems of love and hope, heartfelt and beautifully crafted.”
     —AmericanaUK

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“Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey.” 
     —fRoots

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“She reached parts other singers fail to do ... There is emotion, beauty, passion …. It’s a complete package.” 
     —Rob Bozas, Bozas International (Publisher, Peter Gabriel/Real World)  

“Captivating, unorthodox songwriting … layered satin vocals ... enthralling, harrowing arrangements … a gateway into a true innovator’s soul.”  
     —PopMatters 

“Her subtle mastery onstage launches her straight into my fave shows ever.” 
     —Huffington Post

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“A voice as thick and soft as fur.”

     — Elmore Magazine