For over half their lives, "these divas have crafted an intimate repertoire that blurs the boundary between song and singer." (Metro Santa Cruz 2005).   Mayim performs original folk and soul, classical and sacred music from around the world, having received acclaim at venues throughout the San Francisco and Monterey Bay areas as well as throughout Europe.  Mayim has performed alongside Compay Segundo of the Buena Vista Social Club and Zap Mama.


In 1995, Mayim released a self-titled debut album and was selected to perform at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco.  A year later, Mayim embarked on a six week performing tour through Europe.  


In 2001, they released their follow up album "Soul Song" and performed throughout California to sold-out crowds.  Soul Song received the runner up award for "Best Folk/Music From Around the World Album" category from the Contemporary A Cappella Recording Association. 


Mayim’s latest album “Sacred Season” was released in December 2005 and features ancient holiday music, carols, and their original title track.  Mayim received the Gail Rich Award in 2007 for their contribution to the arts in Santa Cruz, California.


When not singing with Mayim, Ariel has established her solo career as a singer-songwriter and singing circle leader in Santa Cruz and Los Angeles, having released two highly praised solo albums.  Jemila is a massage therapist and astrologer in Santa Cruz, while Natalie is an international human rights lawyer based in San Francisco and Executive Director of Accountability Counsel. 


Contact Mayim for bookings, comments or questions at  mayim@mayimtrio.com.

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  Ariel Thiermann       Natalie Bridgeman Fields        Jemila Kraus         

Mayim, which means water in Hebrew, was formed in Santa Cruz, California in 1992 by Natalie Bridgeman Fields, Jemila Kraus and Ariel Thiermann. Mayim is praised for making "Vocal music of heartbreaking clarity, music so pure and sublime, close your eyes and you'll see colors." (Santa Cruz Sentinel 2001).