BIOGRAPHY

Mary Anne Epp, a native of Waterloo Region, has an appeal that's absolutely worth hearing.  She began her writing at the tender age of seven.  Says she, "For me, writing has always been a tool to help me figure out what my thoughts and feelings are and then to express them."  And with three songwriter albums to her credit and another on the way, there's no shortage of material for her powerful bitter-sweet mezzo voice.

Her intention in creating these albums is to collect and document her thoughts and experiences; which are not so different from that of her peers.  Her smorgasbord of songs, strong in both rhythm and melody, variably answer the question - what's important to me now?   

Mary Anne is not only known for her performance ability, but also for her contribution to others musicians within her community.  In the summer of 92’, she was the first to host Bluebird Songwriter showcases in her regional neighbourhood, and she graciously beckoned the local media to shine a light on the abundance of talent in their own backyard.  Most  recently, she coordinated an excursion to the U.S. for a half dozen local songwriters to play at the infamous Bluebird Café in Nashville. 

Mary Anne has been blessed with gifts from both her parents.  She has the charm and wit of her mother, Annie - a hardworking farm girl from Ireland with a remarkable twinkle in her bright blue eyes and a lovely lilt in her sterling silver brogue.  Mary Anne also inherited the talent and charisma of her father, Henry, a farm boy from the Ukraine with a heart full of music and a voice that turned heads and commanded attention.  Combine that with passion, tenacity, discipline, and a stellar songwriting ability.  Throw in a wide range of musical influences that make her difficult to categorize ...and you've got the makings of a unforgettable experience.  A concert with Mary Anne is an inspirational journey, whether she's fronting her band or performing solo.  Most often described as uplifting, most of her themes are conscious in nature.  You may feel chills, but most certainly you will feel loved.