ABOUT | Dylan Fowler Guitar

MEET ALAW

ALAW – the Welsh word for melody – is a trio of outstanding musicians breathing new life into the rich folk traditions of Wales. Featuring Nia Lynn (Indian harmonium, tabwrdd, vocals), Dylan Fowler (guitar), and Patrick Rimes (violin, viola), ALAW weaves together intricate arrangements, powerful musicianship, and heartfelt storytelling.

From haunting airs to joyful dance tunes, their music is a bold and beautiful conversation between past and present. Rooted in deep tradition but always looking forward, ALAW crafts a sound that’s at once timeless and refreshingly original – full of passion, precision, and unmistakable Welsh soul.

THE PLAYERS

"There's some familiarity in Celtic music, even if you've never heard that piece of music before."

Nobuo Uematsu - Japanese Composer

Guitar

Dylan Fowler

Dylan Fowler has spent nearly 30 years carving out a distinctive voice as a guitarist, composer, and arranger, drawing on a rich tapestry of musical influences. Rooted in his Welsh heritage and deeply inspired by the Celtic diaspora, Dylan’s sound blends the soul of traditional folk with the spirit of contemporary European jazz.

A passionate collaborator, he has shared musical journeys with artists from India, the Balkans, Scandinavia, and across Europe—building a reputation for boundary-crossing creativity. Alongside his work in various ensembles, Dylan is celebrated as an international soloist. His releases on Germany’s prestigious Acoustic Music Records have earned critical acclaim, with BBC’s Chris Jones praising his work as “music with heart, soul and, above all, a bullish determination to ignore recognised boundaries.”

Whether on stage or in the studio, Dylan’s music is a deeply personal expression—rich, exploratory, and always full of heart.

Vocals, Tabrwdd, Indian Harmonium

Nia Lynn

Nia Lynn is a Welsh vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose work spans jazz, folk, and contemporary performance. A magnetic presence on stage, she’s spent over 18 years at the heart of the UK music scene, performing everywhere from iconic jazz clubs like Ronnie Scott’s and Dean Street to major concert halls including the Royal Festival Hall, the Barbican, and the Royal Albert Hall.

Nia has performed as a soloist with Rambert Dance Company in their Olivier-nominated production GOAT, featuring the music of Nina Simone, and is a vocalist and tabwrdd player with the influential South Walian folk band Yr Hwntws. Beyond the stage, she is an in-demand voice and text coach for theatre and film, and her international career as an educator continues to shape the next generation of artists.

Viola, Violin

Patrick Rimes

Patrick Rimes is a boundary-crossing musician whose work moves effortlessly between the classical and traditional worlds. A composer, arranger, conductor, and founding member of the North Wales Camerata, Patrick brings the same creative flair to the concert hall as he does to the folk stage. Equally at home playing classical viola or traditional fiddle and Welsh pipes, his music bridges genres with energy and elegance.

Patrick made his debut as a TV music director with S4C’s Christmas special Nadolig Bryn Terfel in 2014, followed by Bryn Terfel – Gwlad y Gân in 2016—projects that showcased his skill in musical direction on a national stage.

As a core member of the dynamic folk group Calan, Patrick has performed to packed audiences at top festivals including Celtic Connections and the Cambridge Folk Festival, touring extensively across Europe, the U.S., and Mexico. His work is a celebration of tradition, innovation, and the power of musical connection.