About

Diana Daw (Dawydchak) is a multi-award-winning Canadian fiddler and violinist from Toronto, Canada, celebrated for her ability to blend classical precision with the vibrant energy of folk and contemporary music styles. As a sought-after performer, educator, recording artist, and collaborator, Diana has forged a diverse and dynamic career across various musical genres.

Diana has garnered numerous accolades, including being the Canadian Open Fiddle Champion, Ontario Open Champion, and the Grand Master Fiddle Championship U.S.A Junior Runner Up. She has captivated audiences globally, both through her live performances and on social media. Her viral arrangements and her covers have amassed millions of views and have caught the attention of major artists from around the world. Most recently, Diana won a social media competition in search for the "greatest fiddle player alive," writing and performing the winning part in Thomas Mac's Johnny Went Down To Hell, a sequel to the infamous Devil Went Down To Georgia. 

As a versatile collaborator, Diana regularly plays fiddle and sings with The Band Loula. In summer 2025, she joined them as the opening act for Zach Top and Dierks Bentley on the Broken Branches North American Tour. A skilled multi-instrumentalist, she plays keys, mandolin, viola, button accordion, and regularly lends her voice to various projects and recordings. Diana has performed at esteemed venues and festivals, including Madison Square Garden, The Calgary Stampede, Watershed Music Festival, and Boots n' Hearts Music Festival. 

With an extensive background in classical music, Diana holds a Master of Music from the University of Southern California and is currently pursuing her Graduate Certificate in Violin Performance on full scholarship. Thought the years, Diana has worked alongside world-renowned violinists such as Midori, Stefan Jackiw, and Ani Kavafian. As a chamber musician, she has won awards and performed internationally, including a Baroque production at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, Finland.

A former member of the sibling duo DnA, Diana and her brother Andrew have mesmerized audiences across Canada with their fiery new Celtic flair. Their collaboration resulted in years of performances and the release of an EP recorded in Nashville.

With a deep passion for violin pedagogy, Diana currently teaches undergraduate students at the University of Southern California, has served as a judge for the Ontario Open Fiddle Competition, and has been an invited guest instructor at various institutes and camps across Canada. She is also a Suzuki certified teacher, further reflecting her commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians.