Maggie’s Wake is a dynamic and refreshing band from Southwestern Ontario, Canada, blending the timeless roots of traditional folk with the energy of varied music styles, including jazz, Americana, and classic country. Drawing on their heritage while forging new ground, their sound is both deeply rooted and wholly original. With a passion for celebrating the rich history of folk music in a modern voice, Maggie’s Wake seeks to inspire, uplift, and bring joy to audiences everywhere.
At the heart of the band are two award-winning musical powerhouses: songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tara Dunphy (The Rizdales, Luther Wright and the Wrongs), whose soulful lead vocals and mastery of tin whistle, flute, and fiddle shine through every performance, and Lindsay Schindler (Rant Maggie Rant, Trent Severn), an internationally recognized fiddler, composer and author whose artistry is known for entrancing audiences. Together, they create a harmony-rich interplay that is the band’s signature. Rounding out the lineup is Ken Palmer on acoustic and electric guitar.