Mary Jane Lamond

Mary Jane is a knowledgeable, admired and reputable musician within the domestic and international ‘world music’ market, a leader in the preservation of Celtic heritage, and an expert in Celtic culture and Gaelic music. She has earned several Juno and East Coast Music Award nominations and awards for her unique style that combines traditional Gaelic songs with modern musical arrangements. Well known for her unique vocals featured on the smash radio hit “Sleepy Maggie” (with Ashley MacIsaac), she has since composed and produced tracks for television, feature films, and specialty projects. Mary Jane has released five recordings; Storas (2005), Orain Ghaidhlig (2001), Lan Duil (1999), Suas e! (1997) and Bho Thir Nan Craobh (1995) and has toured extensively in the US, Canada and the UK.Mary Jane’s latest recording “Storas” (Gaelic meaning "a treasure") is a stunning interpretation of Scottish Gaelic songs that have become part of Nova Scotia’s Gaelic tradition. Her hypnotic vocals and heartfelt delivery are complemented by modern instrumentation and arrangements. This unique approach brings these traditional songs alive for the listener.