Lydia Froncek
Lyd Marie is the solo project of multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer Lydia Froncek. As the percussionist of Austin’s beloved all female world folk band Ley Line, Lydia has traveled across the globe creating music and films. Since 2016, she has graced the stages of Telluride Bluegrass, Austin City Limits and Kerrville Folk Festival to name a few advocating for the protection of our natural environment and cultural diversity through both concerts and workshops. In 2023 she moved back to her home state, landing in Brooklyn, New York to pursue a solo career as both an artist and producer.
For the last ten years, Lydia has traveled back and forth to Senegal studying the talking drum and is one of the only women in the world learning to master the instrument within the griot tradition. A griot is a musician and storyteller and in accordance with that tradition, Lydia has centered her career around using the power of songwriting and music production to bring community together. She works as a mentor with refugees, young mothers, war veterans and everyone in between to find healing through the practice writing and recording their stories through song.
Lydia is the cofounder of Tone Shift Collective, organizing regular events in New York City to increase visibility and opportunities for women and gender expansive producers and artists in the music industry. Inspired by her collaborations with Gender Amplified, a non profit that hosts music production camps for women and gender expansive producers, Lydia wanted to create an ongoing and inclusive space for the community to connect and share resources. She also works with young independent artists helping to grow their careers through artist development and personalized songwriting and production coaching. She is dedicated to uplifting the voices of women through collaboration and mentorship.
Connect with Lydia
https://www.lydiafroncek.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lydmariemusic/
