Maggie’s Wake is the inspired collaboration of Tara Dunphy (The Rizdales, Luther Wright and the Wrongs), on lead vocals, fiddle, tin whistle and flute and Lindsay Schindler (Rant Maggie Rant, Trent Severn), on fiddle and vocals, backed up by Andrew Kosty on bass and Ken Palmer on guitar.

Although recently formed, this is a seasoned quartet with strong original compositions that have the story lines, vocal harmonies and Celtic arrangements rooted in a traditional folk idiom, but played with a contemporary freedom that hints at jazz, Americana, and classic country. With a busy recording and concert schedule, Maggie’s Wake have been rapidly gathering audience and critical acclaim that recently resulted in a 2025 Canadian Folk Music Award for Best New/Emerging Artist for their self-titled debut album, Maggie’s Wake.

Prepare yourself for an afternoon of meaningful stories set to beautiful melodies, rich vocal harmonies and wicked fiddle arrangements played with a joyful energy.

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