Brittany Haas is a renowned American fiddler whose expertise spans a variety of musical genres, with a strong emphasis on folk and traditional styles. Born into a musically inclined family, Haas began playing the violin at a young age before her passion for the fiddle music of Appalachia and the British Isles took firm root. She propelled her interest into a flourishing career, one that has blurred the lines between classical training and an improvisational, folk-influenced sound.

Haas gained prominence as a member of the progressive bluegrass band Crooked Still and later as a part of the all-female folk band Hawktail. Her eponymous solo albums, such as “Brittany Haas” and collaborative projects like “Lena Jonsson & Brittany Haas,” showcase her virtuosic playing and innovative takes on fiddle music traditions. Her albums, including “Impromptu Sessions No. 1: Brittany Haas,” offer a vivid representation of her impromptu playing abilities and the breadth of her musicality. Her knack for fusing intricate melodies with rhythmic complexity has not only earned her accolades within the folk music community but has also led to collaborations with esteemed artists across various genres.

Genres

Bluegrass Fiddle

Old-time Fiddle

Latest Release

The Snake

Brittany Haas•

Lena Jonsson

Album - 12 Tracks - Released June 28, 2024