Mission
FiddleWorks Inc. was founded on February 21, 2002. It was determined by our organization that traditional styles of American music and the cultural music that influenced it were not being taught and passed on to young musicians. Our goal is to provide opportunities for young musicians to learn about their rich music heritage through rehearsals, performances, music workshops and cultural exchanges. Concerts are held to present this music to the public while benefiting local civic, cultural and charitable organizations. FiddleWorks Inc. sponsors two children's music ensembles the Keili Kids and the Classic Kids.
EDUCATION
Instruction is provided in the performance of a variety of musical styles; American Patriotic and Folk Music, Irish Folk Music and Dance, Latin Folk Music, Classical Music, Jazz and Swing.
Workshops - Concerts - Guest Artists
FiddleWorks has sponsored workshops and concerts with guest artists including;
Vassar Clements - Bobby Horton - Seamus Connolly
Jay Ungar & Molly Mason
Music Ambassadors
The Keili Kids have traveled to Northern Ireland to perform at the Ulster American Folk Park for their 25th Anniversary in 2001 and again in July of 2004 & 2007 where they played live on the BBC radio. While in Ireland the Keili Kids also performed at Waterford Crystal Gallery. The Keili Kids have also performed at the 2007 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C. on the Jefferson Memorial Stage.
Music Recordings
FiddleWorks Inc. music recordings document historic music works. The Keili Kids Tour of Discovery CD documents tunes popular during the time of the Lewis & Clark expedition. A Keili Kids Christmas is collection of traditional American Christmas songs. Both CD's can be ordered by mail, information is available on our website. Proceeds from CD sales support the mission of FiddleWorks Inc. and the Keili Kids. |
