The Vissia Sisters are like a folk version of the Dixie Chicks, a smooth sound for such young performers. Fifteen-year-old Andrea is the youngest of the alliterated sisters (the other two are Alex and Aleisha), barely old enough to remember the ‘90s let alone sing about heartbreak and sorrow. But it works and the three are surely going places.

- Justin Bell, Edmonton Sun, August 11, 2008

I hired the Vissia Sisters as an opening act for our Friday Night Headliner “Adam Gregory”. I must say they more than fulfilled on stage what I was hoping for. From their lyrical genius, musical diversity and vocal harmonies these three young women wooed the crowd with applause that was endless. Their natural country charm comes from their souls with a freshness that leaves one to feel graced after working with them. Amazing, simply, amazing. They are stars in their own light.

- Karen L. Clevette, Entertainment Coordinator,
Vancouver Island Exhibition, Nanaimo, BC, August 2006

The Axe Music Songwriters Workshop Tent filled in a hurry Friday as a cloudburst had everyone running for cover on the Jamboree midway. Not only did the 400 or so in attendance save themselves a soaking, they got a glimpse of what is on the horizon of Alberta's country music scene. Continuing to impress are the three young Vissia Sisters, who combine bluegrass instrumentation and sweet harmonies with endearing original tunes, largely written by the oldest sister Alex, who is all of 17 years old. Her 13-year-old mandolin-playing sister, Andrea, sang the lead on Little Bo-Peep, a song dealing with the cliquish nature of girls in public schools.

- Peter North, Edmonton Journal, August 5, 2006

The Vissia Sisters wowed the crowd with great vocal harmonies, emerging but solid musicianship and a very developed stage presence for such a young collection of performers. Andrea at 12 years old was the youngest and sang lead and harmonies while playing mandolin. Aleisha, the 15 year old of the group played guitar, banjo and also sang lead and harmonies. Her vocal development was stunning and shows where her younger sister is headed. Speaking of stunning, Alexandra at 16 played very solid lead and rhythm guitar and displayed a great ear for slide on the dobro. She led the band in every way, holding down the front person spot like a seasoned pro and like her sisters sang with a warm pure voice. The magic of vocal harmonies can be at their best when put together by siblings and these three girls nailed ‘em up.

- Leigh Friesen, Anchor Advertiser, Edson, AB, October 24, 2005

With many great young acts, audiences flocked to the family stage located in the Big Valley Jamboree Marketplace Trade Show. One act in particular wooed audiences with their unique brand of Bluegrass country, the Vissia Sisters, who hail from Stony Plain, Alberta.

- John King, Camrose Canadian, Sunday August 07, 2005

Our Country Music Week celebrations at City Hall were a great success! Before our program even began, your sound check lured people into the seats and had the room buzzing with excitement. Throughout your set, each new song you played showcased a different facet of your singing and instrumental talents. As songwriters, you have a maturity that belies your young ages. Your performances are filled with energy, and you have a strong, polished sound steeped in the roots of traditional country music. Audiences can tell from your friendly stage presence and beautiful harmonies that you enjoy making music, and put all your heart into what you do.

- Jeremy Derksen, Communications Coordinator,
Don Belanger Corporate Promotions, The City of Edmonton, September 20, 2004

• 2008, Spirit River Distribution deal
  
• 2008 Edmonton Folk Festival U-22 Performers
  
• 2007 Canadian Folk Music Awards nomination, Young Performers of the Year category
  
• 2007, Chrysalis-EP released, three songs, July 2007
  
• 2006 Canadian Folk Music Awards nomination, Young Performers of the Year category
  
• 2006 Canadian Youth Talent Competition, 2nd Runners-up, November 2006  Young Canadians between 13 and 21, representing fourteen zones from across Canada, perform their way from the local fair to the provincial zone level and then on to the National Finals.
  
• Release of single “Blue Sky” to Canadian Country Radio, August 2006 
  
• 2006 Blueberry Bluegrass Festival Showcase Stage, Winning Act
  
• 2006 Blueberry Bluegrass Festival Showcase Stage, Fans Choice Award
  
• 2006 Northern Star Talent Search Grand Winning Act - North Central Alberta's most prestigious talent competition
  
• Release of second 5-song EP, Bend in the Road, April 2005 
  
• 2005 North American Country Music Association, International Competition, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee: 
  
  • New Country Group of the Year (Youth Mixed Age): Vissia Sisters        
    
  • Most Promising Female Entertainer of the Year  for Traditional Country (Age 7-12): Andrea Vissia 
    
  • New Country Female Vocalist of the Year (Age 13-16): Aleisha Vissia 
    
  • Bluegrass Female Entertainer of the Year (Age 13-16): Alexandra Vissia 
    
  • New Country Songwriter of the Year (Age 13-16):  Alexandra Vissia 
    
• 2004 Canadian Finals Rodeo Country Vocal Spotlight  Sponsored by CFCW & Global Country. 
  
  • Open Division (ages 13+) Grand Winning Act:  Alexandra & Aleisha - duo 
    
  • Junior (under 12) Division Winner:  Andrea - solo 
    
• Alberta Foundation for the Arts - Music Project Grant recipients, 2004 
  
• Release of  self-titled, inaugural CD, Vissia Sisters, June 2003