AL ALMA

Maaike Girardin, a Dutch-Canadian singer-songwriter with Métis roots, uses music to bridge cultures and identities. Her songs explore self-discovery and belonging, embracing music’s healing power. In 2020, a chance meeting on a Sicilian beach with guitarist Alberto Ammendolia sparked creative chemistry. Later, violinist Alba Vivaldi-Huuse joined, completing the trio. Together, they formed AL ALMA—Spanish for "to the soul"—capturing the depth and intimacy of their music. Inspired by Phoebe Bridgers, Lizzy McAlpine, and Foo Fighters, they deliver emotionally charged performances that transcend language and borders, from intimate theaters to international festivals.