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Short Bio
Ask The Wind, a dynamic folk trio consisting of Maya (fiddle), Daniel (guitar and vocals), and Atlin (piano and vocals), is rooted in folk, country, Celtic, and jazz, drawing inspiration from lived experiences and grand stories. Maya’s passion for the fiddle began at three, influenced by local youth fiddlers’ Celtic tunes and reignited in Vancouver’s vibrant musical community. Daniel, from Alberta's prairies, started guitar at seven, performed at the Calgary Folk Festival at thirteen, and played with Tommy Emmanuel in Nashville at twenty-eight. Atlin, blending classical training with influences from Radiohead to Ella Fitzgerald, adds a unique vocal and instrumental texture. Together, they create music that evokes nostalgia, excitement, heartbreak, and joy, offering rich narratives and emotional depth in every performance. Join Ask The Wind on a journey through their enchanting melodies and captivating stories.
Long Bio
The evocative power of music isn’t lost on the dynamic folk trio Ask The Wind—Maya, Daniel, and Atlin. While deeply rooted in the timeless traditions of folk, country, Celtic, and jazz, the band draws inspiration from larger-than-life stories and lived experiences.
Ever since Maya (fiddle) first picked up a tiny violin at the age of three, she has been mesmerized by the soul-stirring sounds of the fiddle. A childhood spark ignited by local youth fiddlers' Celtic tunes has evolved into a lifelong journey with music. After moving back to Vancouver, Maya found herself immersed once again in a vibrant musical community, rekindling her joy and passion for music. Now, as a member of Ask The Wind, Maya channels that joy into creating enchanting melodies that resonate with audiences.
Daniel (guitar and vocals) grew up in the rustic open landscapes of the Alberta prairies in a very musical family. Daniel distinctly remembers his dad and older sister sitting at the kitchen table late into the night practicing guitar and singing together. At age seven, he received his first guitar as a gift from his sister. At thirteen, he performed at the Calgary Folk Festival with family and friends, and at twenty-eight, he played on stage with Tommy Emmanuel in Nashville. Daniel brings his rich, prairie-infused guitar playing to Ask The Wind, blending tradition with innovation and storytelling, adding a captivating and rich layer to the band's sound.
Atlin’s (piano and vocals) musical heritage is steeped in the folk and opera traditions of her musician parents. Her unique sound, a fusion of classical training and eclectic influences ranging from Radiohead to Ella Fitzgerald, gives Ask The Wind a distinct vocal and instrumental texture. After years of solo performances, Atlin found a harmonious collaboration with Maya and Daniel, creating music that is both profound and captivating.
Together, Ask The Wind weaves stories through their music that evoke nostalgia, excitement, heartbreak, and joy. Their sound is rich in narrative and emotion, inviting listeners to embark on a journey through melodies and tales. Join us as we bring a unique blend of musical traditions to life, creating an unforgettable experience with every performance.