About

Diana Daw (Dawydchak) is a multi-award-winning violinist and fiddler from Toronto, Canada, known for seamlessly blending classical precision with the dynamic energy of folk and contemporary styles. A sought after performer, teacher, recording artist and collaborator, Diana has built a diverse and dynamic career across multiple musical genres.

Diana has earned multiple accolades, including titles such as Canadian Open Fiddle Champion, Ontario Open Champion and Grand Master Fiddle Championship U.S.A Junior Runner Up. She has captivated audiences worldwide, both through live performances and on social media. Her viral arrangement of Gracie Abrams' "That's So True" has received over 11 million views on TikTok and her covers and arrangements have attracted attention of major artists from around the world.

As a versatile collaborator, Diana regularly plays fiddle and sings with The Band Loula. She most recently joined them as the opening act for Zach Top and Dierks Bentley on the Broken Branches North American Tour. Diana has also worked with artists including Kelsi Mayne, Natalie MacMaster, Girl Named Tom, and 310 Babii. A skilled multi-instrumentalist, Diana plays piano, viola, button accordion and sings. She has performed at prominent venues and festivals such as Madison Square Garden, The Calgary Stampede, Watershed Music Festival and Boots n' Hearts Music Festival.

Diana has an extensive background in classical music and has worked with world renowned violinists including 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. 

Former member of the sibling duo DnA, she along with her brother, Andrew have captivated audiences across Canada with their fiery new Celtic flare. Their work together led to years of performing together and the release of an EP recorded in Nashville. 

Diana holds a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from the University of Toronto and a Master of Music from the University of Southern California. Currently, Diana is pursuing her Graduate Certificate in Violin Performance at the University of Southern California on a full scholarship.

With a passion for teaching, Diana currently instructs 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 in Canada.