One of the hugely influential Rankin Family – legends on the Canadian music scene – she plays fiddle, sings and also step-dances up a storm. Born in Mabou, Nova Scotia, Mairi has been influenced by some of the best Cape Breton traditional musicians and instructors on the island. She has developed her own unique style by being immersed in such a rich musical culture. She has toured nationally and internationally as a solo artist. She has performed with the Rankin Sisters, Unusual Suspects and Bruce Guthro to name but a few. For the past 9 years, Mairi has been part of the internationally renowned celtic group, The Outside Track, and is touring their 5th studio album “Rise Up” This past year saw a collaboration with cellist Eric Wright from The Fretless titled “The Cabin Sessions.”