Take hold of the bow
May 19, 2020
One of the hardest things about playing fiddle is mastering the bow. Finding the notes is the easy part, making them sound good is what makes it music. … More Take hold of the bow
Tag: Irish Music
One tune, one million ways to play it
August 5, 2019
Many years ago I was lucky enough to head to Cape Breton for a week with a group of musicians from Vermont and study with the late Jerry Holland. We were there with a mix of children and adult musicians and learned some great tunes from the master himself. I remember listening to one of … More One tune, one million ways to play it
Festival Time – 13th Annual Carolan Festival
May 29, 2019
Summer is my favorite time of year. Not just because of the beautiful weather and longer days but because there are more music festivals and workshops to choose from than there are mosquitos. Well, not really, there are a LOT of mosquitos this time of year but you get my point. This festival season kicks … More Festival Time – 13th Annual Carolan Festival
Kicking of the 2019 Burlington Irish Heritage Festival
February 26, 2019
March arrives on Friday and I, for one, couldn’t be happier. Not only is it a reminder that spring is on its way, but its the kick-off of one of my favorite celebrations — St. Patrick’s Day, and the Burlington Irish Heritage Festival. This weekend, the festival kicks off with two Irish dancing events in Richmond: … More Kicking of the 2019 Burlington Irish Heritage Festival
A Tribute to Tommy Peoples
August 7, 2018
Learn about the Irish fiddle legend, Tommy Peoples, who recently passed away. … More A Tribute to Tommy Peoples
Music that helps heal the world
October 12, 2017
Being a full time musician is one job you don’t do for the money. You do it for the love of music. You do it for the love of spreading your message. You do it so other people can enjoy the very thing you are so passionate about. Because after you pay for lessons, instruments, … More Music that helps heal the world
Upcoming Irish music concerts
October 6, 2017
Most New Englanders love this time of year when things cool down and the leaves go from green to gold. I have to admit though, I’m sad to see summer go. I’m going to miss having porch sessions and drinking coffee outside in the morning sun. The only saving grace is the plethora of Irish … More Upcoming Irish music concerts
The Magic of Music
July 3, 2017
I remember the first time I met John Doyle. He was scheduled to play with Liz Carroll at a festival in Vermont. I was working at a booth selling instruments, CDs, strings, etc. He came to the booth and started looking at the CDs. I quickly ran over to him, pulled out one of his … More The Magic of Music
What is in a name anyway?
June 19, 2017
“What’s in a name? A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” This famous line from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet implies that the names of things do not affect what they really are. Maybe that’s true. After all, love is love, it doesn’t matter if you’re a Montague or Capulet you can’t help … More What is in a name anyway?
Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in a new way
March 14, 2017
St. Patrick’s Day is the day the world celebrates the patron saint of Ireland. As an Irish musician, it is usually one of my favorite holidays. Mostly because, for me, it’s a recognition of this amazing music — everyone wants to hear Irish music on St. Patrick’s Day. Regardless of why we have celebrated St. Patrick’s … More Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in a new way
