Maggie's Wake

Maggie’s Wake, the award-winning Canadian “new trad” folk group, brings their high-energy, genre-hopping sound to Ottawa in celebration of their 2025 Canadian Folk Music Award win for New Artist of the Year. Fronted by powerhouse musicians Tara Dunphy and Lindsay Schindler, the band blends classic country, Celtic jigs and reels, Cajun twin fiddles, and reggae rhythms into an electrifying, fresh take on roots music. United by soaring vocals, rich harmonies, and fiery tunes, Maggie’s Wake honours tradition while forging their own path, captivating audiences across Canada and the United States.