Canadian singer, composer and multi-instrumentalist, born on February 17, 1957 in Morden, Manitoba.
She is best known for producing world music albums that encompass both Celtic and Middle Eastern themes.
She was appointed as Honorary Colonel of the Royal Canadian Air Force in August 2014. She had previously served as Honorary Colonel of 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron at 17 Wing Winnipeg, Manitoba and was awarded the RCAF Commander’s Commendation in recognition of outstanding professionalism and dedication.
On October 29, 2019, she officially announced that as of November that year, she effectively put "the music business on hold" for "an indefinite period to focus on other personal interests. In October 2023, she released a new album entitled "Under a Winter’s Moon: A Concert of Carols and Tales" (effectively ending the self imposed hiatus). On January 19, 2024, she announced a further new offering "The Road Back Home", which was released on March 8, 2024.