The band Tikkursby was born in Joensuu during the autumn of 2011. The duo (Kati Rantala and Jenni Venäläinen ) were inspired by the distinctive sound of the Saarijärven kantele, which is played both with fingers as well as a stick-like plectrum. The vibrant chords, percussive bass lines, and delicately plucked melodies that this instrument produces blends together into a rich music when played in duet, and is complemented beautifully by the duo’s vocal accompaniment. Tikkursby’s repertoire includes a mix of both traditional and modern music, particularly from the folk tradition of Nordic and Baltic countries.

Tikkursby is performing in concerts, festivals, and private events across the whole of Finland.