Shawnee Paul began her journey with music at the age of six as a new pianist. From early childhood, Shawnee became interested in playing the fiddle as she watched her grandfather practice and perform with the fiddle often. By the time she turned seven, she began taking fiddle lessons and fell in love with the instrument. Over the years she learned more about music and how to play other instruments. This eventually led her to study music at Acadia University. Shawnee graduated with a Music Education Degree in 2019 and a Bachelor of Education with a focus in music in 2021. Her new job at Elementary and Middle school has inspired her to create music that incorporates Mi’kmaq language and culture with music education. Aside from teaching, she performs regularly with Alan Syliboy and the Thundermakers and the Blue Moose Band.