Emily Saliers wife Tristin Chipman has been working in the music industry in Toronto. The pair have been together for ten years.
As per her Linkedin, Tristin Chipman, a social worker, is passionate about incorporating feminist and queer theories into her practice. She is dedicated to developing her work in systemic and collaborative practices, as well as Narrative Therapy, to help her clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Throughout her career, she has worked in various fields. Since September 2019, she has been working as a social worker/therapist at Collaborative Therapy Southeast LLC.
Emily and Tristin: A Decade of Love
Emily Saliers made a stunning announcement in September 2013, revealing that she had married her long-time partner, Tristin Chipman, who hails from Alberta.
Indigo Girls fans at Vancouver's Vogue Theatre were in for a surprise when Emily took a break from the concert to reveal that she and her partner, Tristin Chipman, had secretly tied the knot in New York State.
In a bold move that defied the lack of equal marriage rights in their home state of Georgia, Emily and Tristin made the decision to tie the knot.
While the exact date of their marriage remains unknown, Saliers spoke candidly in an interview about their plans to marry in Canada and their hope to live together in the United States, despite the challenges they faced due to the inequality of marriage laws.
In a heartbreaking open letter, Emily expressed her frustration and sadness over the fact that, despite their unwavering commitment to each other and their family, she is unable to sponsor her partner, Tristin, for a green card - a decision that threatens to tear their family apart.
Saliers and her partner, Chipman, welcomed their daughter, Cleo, in February 2013. Later that year, in September, they got married.
Emily who is known for her emotional honesty, shares her experience of motherhood and the challenges of balancing it with her music career.
She admits that being a raw and sensitive person, motherhood can be overwhelming, and going on tour is harder than ever. Despite the difficulties, Saliers acknowledges that being a parent is both the hardest and best part of life.
She also reflects on how her relationship with her wife, Tristin Chipman, has impacted her decision to become a mother, despite her initial disinterest in having children.
They have been together since the beginning and they always support each other through any situation that life presents. This means that they have been together for a long time and are very supportive of each other, no matter what challenges they face in life.
Parents of Emily Saliers
Emily Saliers parents Don Saliers and Jane Saliers tied the knot on August 15th, 1959. The duo celebrated 52 years together.
Saliers, the second oldest of four daughters born to Don and Jane Saliers (who was a librarian) in New Haven, Connecticut, is a shining example of how family, literature, and music can all come together to create a truly remarkable individual.
Father Don Saliers
Don Saliers has dedicated his life to the study and teaching of theology and worship, serving as the William R. Cannon Distinguished Professor of Theology and Worship at Emory University's Candler School of Theology.
Don is a multi-talented individual who has made significant contributions to the fields of music, theology, and liturgics. He has authored 15 books and has written over 150 articles, essays, and reviews.
In addition, he collaborated with his daughter, Emily Saliers, a member of the Indigo Girls, to co-author A Song to Sing, a Life to Live.
Mother Jane Saliers
Jane Firmin Saliers, the only daughter of Charles and Eloise Firmin, was born on 5th June 1937, in Findlay, Ohio.
Mrs. Saliers worked as a children's librarian for three decades at various branches, including College Park, Inman Park, and Ponce de Leon. She was particularly adept at conducting story hour, which she led multiple times a week.
Although she was a latecomer to storytelling, she quickly learned how to engage audiences without relying on a script. Additionally, she was an accomplished pianist and choral singer who supported her daughters in their musical endeavors.
She retired in 2006 from the Ponce de Leon Branch after dedicating almost 30 years to her work. In 2009, she was recognized with the Seanachie Award from the Southern Order of Storytellers. For nearly twenty-five years, she sang in the University Worship Choir at Emory and was well-known for her hospitality to students in the choir.
Emily Saliers, one of her daughters, went on to become a member of the Grammy-winning Indigo Girls. Elizabeth Saliers pursued a career as an opera and classical singer, while Jennie Saliers has performed in "The Play of Herod," an Atlanta Christmas classic, for over 20 years. Tragically, a fourth daughter, Carrie Saliers, who was also a choral singer, passed away at the age of 29.
Emily fondly remembers her mother's unwavering support throughout her career. In the early days, their audience was often limited to just the parents of Emily and her bandmate, Amy Ray.
