Angharad Jenkins is a singer, songwriter, fiddle-player, and creative collaborator from Swansea. For over 15 years, she toured internationally with the award-winning Welsh folk band Calan, before motherhood led her into a new creative space — one where voice, story, and song converge.

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Rooted in the traditions of Welsh folk music, her debut solo album Motherland (Libertino Records, 2024) marked a bold artistic shift. Nominated for the Welsh Music Prize, the album blends spoken word, jazz, and pop influences to explore themes of motherhood, the female experience, and the shifting nature of time. Its raw honesty has earned support from BBC 6 Music’s Deb Grant and multiple placements on the BBC Radio Wales A-List.

 

While her songwriting explores universal themes, Angharad is equally drawn to the hyper-local, believing that “once we understand where we’re from, and who came before us, we’re better equipped to understand ourselves and others, and move forward in peace.” She collaborates closely with long-time musical partners Patrick Rimes (Calan/Vrï) and acclaimed jazz pianist Huw Warren. She's currently exploring the music of her home-patch of Gower and Swansea, in a new programme of folk and jazz inspired music with Huw Warren. 

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Describing herself as having a “split musical personality,” she embraces both tradition and experimentation—honouring the past while always looking forward. A versatile and imaginative artist, her love of collaboration has led to projects with musicians across the globe, from Australia to Korea to Brittany.

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Beyond performance, Angharad is a passionate advocate for music’s role in health and wellbeing. She works regularly with Live Music Now and the Lullaby Project, using music to support perinatal mental health.

 

She contributes regularly to radio and tv, and loved speaking about topics from traditional Welsh music, fiddle playing, songwriting, the Welsh language and motherhood in a creative context. 

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Guided by the values of creativity, connection, and community, Angharad uses music and words to spark conversation, deepen understanding, and ultimately to foster joy.