Violin Songs
Self-Released, 2026
9/10
The Minnesota violinist, Maura Dunst, has an excellent resume that includes The Foxgloves and Tripe Fiddle, and here we’re treated to 5 very creative covers.
“Strong Enough” opens with much emotion via the stirring strings and powerful singing of the Sheryl Crow hit, and “Dancing In The Dark” puts a really cozy spin on the Springsteen tune with a unique charm.
In the middle, “Work Song” tackles a Hozier song with much grace and warmth that invites hand clapping, while “The Eye” blends the expressive vocals with plucked strings. “Everybody Hurts” exits and it’s a really gripping interpretation of the R.E.M. classic that’s heartfelt.
A truly unique EP that blends classical and bluegrass, most of us have heard these songs before, but they’ve never sounded like this, as Dunst puts her inimitable talents to great use.
Travels well with: Flutes & Low- Lay Fallow; Sawtooth Witch- The Chariot