Alison DeGroot

We’re thrilled to have Allison DeGroot joining the Winter Village Music 2026 faculty! Hailing from Winnipeg, Canada, Allison is a clawhammer banjo player whose playing flows between intricate melody and driving groove. Whether performing with Tatiana Hargreaves, Yasmin Williams, Nic Gareiss, or as part of the Transatlantic Sessions house band, Allison brings spontaneity, curiosity, and deep musical connection to every collaboration. A recipient of the prestigious Steve Martin Banjo Prize and a JUNO-nominated artist, she’s also a passionate teacher her online ArtistWorks courses. Allison will be right her in Ithaca, NY sharing her love of traditional music at our camp!