In Vermont, we’re so lucky to have some amazing musicians that reside here. We’re even luckier sometimes because their amazing musician friends visit them and offer concerts and workshops. This weekend is one of those times. On Sunday, November 17, Cape Breton’s, Andrea Beaton, and Quebec’s, Véronique Plasse will be in town giving a workshop and house concert. This is one not to be missed. Here is a little taste of the dynamic fiddle duo:
From their website:
Two accomplished and energetic fiddlers combine forces in this new duo, Beaton-Plasse. Andrea Beaton and Véronique Plasse fuse music from Québec and Cape Breton, adding original compositions to the mix.
These strong female leads take turns exploring melody and accompaniment, mesmerizing audiences with their intensity and precision. Their love for their cultures, authenticity and the delight they get from playing music together shines through every time their bows cross the strings.
Andrea is known as a powerhouse and comes from two of Cape Breton’s most prolific musical families. Both the Beatons and MacMasters have been intrinsic parts of the preservation and growth of the fiddle and dance culture of the island. Andrea continues this by sharing the old Scottish melodies and step dancing, as well as contributing her own compositions to Cape Breton’s repertoire. She is in high demand as a performer and teacher of her culture throughout North America and Europe.
Véronique is recognized as a gifted performer, arranger, and teacher of the music she loves. Said to be a tour-de-force by those who know her, she plays and sings with soul and power that comes right from her inner core. She works to preserve and share the traditional music of Québec by leading jam sessions and a chorale of traditional singers who perform regularly. Her dynamism paired with her superb leadership skills has put her in high demand for performances and fiddle camps near and far.
Fiddle Workshop and Concert Details
Date: Sunday, November 17, 2019
Location: 1060 Bent Hill Rd, Braintree, VT 05060
Workshop: 1-3pm
Concert: 3:30pm
Cost for Workshop: $30
Cost for Concert: $17 in Advance/$20 day of show adults; $8/$10 kids
$5 discount for workshop and concert. Must pre-register for the workshop.
Dessert and beverage potluck at intermission.
Please make checks payable to Andrea Beaton, send c/o Beth Telford, 1060 Bent Hill Rd, Braintree, VT 05060
For info: email lukeydog57@gmail.com or call 802-728-6351.
Hope to see you there!
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