Duncan Wickel

Duncan Wickel is a dynamic and versatile string instrumentalist, known for his mastery of the fiddle, cello, and viola—each of which he has artfully adapted across a wide range of musical genres. Raised in a musically rich household, Duncan gained early insight into the mechanics of instruments through his father, a skilled repair technician at a local music store. Inspired by his aunt to pick up the violin, he performed with the Asheville Symphony by age 14 and soon launched a career as an in-demand session musician. A passionate admirer of Irish music, Duncan realized a dream when the legendary John Doyle invited him on tour. Since then, he has toured and recorded with renowned artists including The Wood Brothers, Molly Tuttle, The Duhks, and Ruth Moody. In 2025, while touring with Lily Henley, he delivered a powerful performance of Sephardic Jewish ballads at NAMM’s Museum of Making Music. Duncan is equally devoted to education, having taught workshops in more than 20 countries around the world.