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Teachers
of Harp, Guitar, Dulcimer, Accordion, Banjo, Violin, Piano
Union
98 School District Teachers on Mt. Desert Island and Ellsworth
Ceilidh
House -- new Celtic Folk Life Center in Maine
Ceilidh
House (say it: "KAY-Lee") is Maine's first Pan-Celtic School & Cultural
Center. Our mission is to provide a home for educational activities
and performance events that celebrate the Celtic immigrant heritage of
Maine and New England. We're in the process of becoming a 501(c)3nonprofit
organization, and we plan to cooperate with other local/state cultural
organizations as well.
We
welcome everyone with an interest in any of the Celtic cultures:
Scottish,
Welsh, Cornish, Manx, Breton, Irish, and Galician. We especially
welcome anyone interested in supporting us as volunteers, donors, or sponsors
of our organization, and invite you to contact us regarding the range of
opportunities!
Interested
in classes?
Classes
and/or workshops in Celtic Harp, Fiddle, Tin Whistle, Irish Bagpipe, and
Irish Set Dance are also in the works. We're in the process of assembling
a full faculty of Celtic dance, music, language, and art instructors, so
if there's a subject you're interested in studying--or teaching-- please
let us know.
Holly Morrison
Ceilidh House Program Director
Scots Gaelic Language & Song Instructor
11 Pleasant Street, Brunswick, ME 04011
(207)725-0386 E-mail: CeilidhHouse1@aol.comyesCeltic
Worship
MAINE
MUSICIANS:
WAVE
Sweet,
sultry and kicked-back , this popular trio continues to delight audiences
all over Maine with some of the most memorable songs of the 20th century.
For
several years now, Wave has been making a splash on the local music scene
with their kicked back style of jazz and bossa nova favorites.
Originally
formed by vocalist Mary Spence and guitarist Muk Dodge, Wave has enjoyed
playing to audiences at Bar Harbor's annual Jazz Festival, Schoodic Arts'
Last Friday Coffeehouse and in their regular haunts of Eastern Maine's
restaurants, lounges and cafes.
Check
them out online at the following locations:
http://downtownellsworth.com/performing.htm
Mary
Spence
maryspence@prexar.com
207-546-2596
April 2008
John
Tercyak
Entertainer
PO
Box 923
Bar
Harbor, ME 04609
207-266-2494
jtercyak@johntercyak.com
Listen
to my music at www.johntercyak.com
and More! January 2008
Frets
Halligan
Winterport
04496
207-223-5483
frets@c8ch.com
Instruments:
Guitar
Music:Acoustic,
Electric. January 2007
We
are a bluegrass/celtic/folk duet looking for a third. We are both
traditional bluegrassers for decades, but with eclectic folkie interests--
would like to form a small string ensemble with a broader traditional folk
repertoir. Ideally, tenor (country "tenor," that is) vocalist, confident
in at least one traditional string instrument (guitar, fiddle, or cello
would all work well); interest/background in traditional celtic would also
fit very well. We have in mind low-key for-fun gigging at local coffeshops/bars
in the Bangor area.
email
Scott Shulman<shulmansd@hotmail.com>
May
2007
Would
like to jam with Christian musicians,possibly form a bluegrass gospel group.
I play piano, mandolin, 5 string banjo, guitar, electric bass. My wife
does lead vocals.
Steve
Wallace, 32 Oak Ridge Dr.,Wiscasset,ME 04578
(207)
350-0584 stephenwallace1@adelphia.net
October 2006
I
play the bodhran, some tin whistle and low D whistle. Would love
to play Irish trad with other like minded musicians. I live in Waterville,
but would travel to play. If interested contact me at tjadams@colby.edu
July 2006
"Joeph
Martignetti" <jmartignetti@unity.edu>
Looking
for musicians for an album recording. We are mostly into different kinds
of music from jazz to folk to metal to traditional music. If this sounds
good to you Please call, we will be recording the end of the Summer. We
are looking for either fiddle or viola maybe some traditional flutes, female
vocals...or something different to add some traditional music to our style.
Pleas call Andy, Frank pr Joe at 968-2430 June 2006
I
am eighteen years old with a great interest in music. Have taken piano
lessons and play the guitar but mainly specialize in voice. I sing Christian/religious,
traditional, folk, old classics, ballads, some contemporary, and more.
Have sung for about ten years and steadily increased my knowledge of music
theory.
I am
looking for people with similar styles in the Penobscot region that are
inerested in forming a group, or an already-established group that needs
a vocalist of my type. Also, I am available as of February 2007 to perform
solo at local/nearby events.
Please
contact me! My E-mail address is
j_eve600@yahoo.com and my name is Jessica Eve deCastro.
Prentiss
TWP, ME
Date:
June 1st, 2006
I
play guitar (electric/acoustic), and am now learning(slowly) the Uilleann
pipe, and can also play in varying degrees: bass, drums, whistle,
bodhran, voice. I'd like to be a part of something cool:something Christian,
& perhaps contemporary in nature. maybe a Celtic worship ensemble...?
Wife plays piano, whistle, celtic harp(newly)
drop a line...
Rich
Gouette <rich@gouette.com>
May
2006
Having
recently relocated to the Mid-coast area of Maine, I'd like to introduce
myself and my music, and ask that you consider placing my contact information
on your site listings of dance musicians and teachers. You can find extensive
information at my website: www.frankferrel.com. Frank Ferrel fferrel@mpbn.net
March 2006
Timothy
J. Adam
I
am a bodhran player interested in getting together to play Irish
trad. music. I live in Waterville. If interested contact
me at tjadams@colby.edu
January 2006
I
am a versatile hammered dulcimer player, composer, and recording artist
with 20 years performing experience. My repertoire includes old-time dance
tunes, Celtic (Irish, Scottish, Cape Breton), hymns, Christmas carols,
contemporary and original pieces. I provide beautiful music for weddings,
funerals, church services, private parties, children's events, and other
occasions throughout central, southern, and midcoast Maine. I also teach
beginning hammered dulcimer.
Harry
Vayo
304
Rocky Shore Lane
Oakland,
ME 04963
207-465-2691
vayowoods@adelphia.net
March 2005
My name is Rick Bishop and I teach both Guitar and Bass.
I
am an associate at Colby College, and at Al Coreys music Center. bassplayer@rickbishop.net
http://www.rickbishop.net
December 2005
WILF
CLARK AND THE MISTY MOUNTAINEERS
The
Misty Mountaineers were formed in 1975 on St. Albans Mountain, in
Maine.
Over
the years, many members have come and gone, but the sound has always remained.
The band performs traditional bluegrass and gospel, as well as an occasional
old favorite with a bluegrass twist mixed in.
Wilf
Clark, mandolinist. Bernie Staples: guitar and vocals. Bob Coombs Dobro.
Suzie
Gibson: Banjo and vocals. Dotty Farrell: Bass and vocals.Jay Smith on fiddle.
The Misty Mountaineer band is available for public and private bookings
in 07. We work with promoters and organizations on concert style
programs as well a so workshops on bluegrass music. You may
contact us at 207-672-4481 or mountaineer75@verizon.net.
You
may read about us at ibluegrass.com.Click on Maine on the map for
locating bands. February 2007
My
phone is 207-377-8126, I am Roger Needham--no site as yet. I have recently
returned from Nashville with a lot of mixing and recording equipment which
was given in lieu of cash for studio and songwriting work. I have one studio
located in Readfield and I am looking for a peaceful house to rent for
the second studio. I have secured top-quality microphones and have begun
recruiting a small pool of (Maine jazz and classical artists). E mail loopgaru@mindspring.com
Readfield, Maine
Phone:
Jay Becker 207.491.4906 for more information
We
will submit the specs of the equipment, location and the company mission
statement, which is the expansion and development of Maine Classical, jazz
and folk writers and players for a number of different mediums in Maine,
(PSA's, soundtracks, etc., aimed at greater New England and the West coast
market. Our aim is to produce classical, folk and jazz from this area,
which to this point has been unequalled, from a production standpoint.
July 2005
I'm
interested in playing music with others [that leans toward folk music]
especially instruments other than guitar.
I'm
an old player/singer interested in other seniors who play,sing,listen.
I'm
not an entertainer or a teacher.
Kennebec
River to Lubec (207)389-1002
Ken
Justken <blue_herron2001@yahoo.com>
March
2005
Looking
for Irish-minded musicians in the Bath/Brunswick/Whatever area to play/gig
pub style
music.
Contact John Roberts via dovarchu@yahoo.com
or 204-442-0098 evenings. Sept 2005
Dance
studio and classes in Rockland, Maine www.swingandsway.com
Available
for performances at weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, etc. Sept
2005
I
would like to place a notice for bluegrass/traditional musicians to form
a new group in the area of Dexter Maine or surrounding area.
I
play a number of instruments but guitar is my primary.
I
am interested in performing and recording and have everything required
to do multi-track recording through computer.
I
have a place to work and rehearse, and have over 40 years experience.
Michael
Lorenzo
arenacom1@yahoo.com
February 9, 2005
Violin/fiddle
instruction
Hope
Hoffman, (207) 332-3459, PO Box 171, Bowdoinham, ME 04008 detailed info
at
www.hopehoffman.com
email hope@hopehoffman.com
December 27, 2004
Kate Wegner
(fiddle) and Chuck Donnelly (guitar) weave Irish, Scottish, and Cape Breton
Celtic music into a
musical fabric
with old-time and New England accents.
Their musical
repertoire includes many of Kate's originals as well as music from
the age old Celtic and Old-time dance traditions.
Kate's CD, "After
Sunset" (released on Fiddler's Dream Records),brings fresh new sounds to
the world of Celtic Music.
Kate Wegner
- Maine Fiddler
http://www.katewegner.com
March 15, 2004
The Napper Tandies
hail from three different areas of Maine and are continuing the great tradition
of Irish Pub songs and Shanties. The group comprises of four regular members,
each bringing his own unique perspective and vision to the group. They
are Randy Billings on Upright Bass, Rich Ruggiero on Guitar, Mathew Smith
on Banjo, and Chris Brinn on Accordion. The music of the band is firmly
routed, following in the footsteps of such great bands as The Dubliners,
The Pogues, and The Clancy Brothers with Tommy
Makem. To learn
more visit www.thenappertandies.com.
For Booking call Randy at 266-9567 <mtmpress@adelphia.net>
Fred Benson:
looking for group to play with this summer. I play guitar, "walk around"
dulcimer, autoharp, a little banjo and can sing baritone harmony. Primary
interest is traditional folk and bluegrass. Will be living on Mount Desert
Island after July 1. Would be particularly interested in playing for special
needs kids camps, church events etc. Contact: FredBenson3@aol.com
April
24, 2003
Adam Broome:
Traditional Celtic and British Isles Guitarist and Cittern player. Available
as accompanist, performer and teacher. Private tuition, workshops, music
camps, dance camps and theater productions. Performs regularly for contra
dances, weddings, festivals and special events with two popular New England
dance groups: HONK THE MOOSE, ( w/Nat Hewitt, fiddle/guitar, Seth Houston
piano). And SNAPDRAGON! (w/ Edward Howe, fiddle/drum, Jaige Trudel fiddle/cello).
PO Box 76 Vienna,
ME 04360 <adambroome@prexar.com>
Fri,
4 Apr 2003 12:14:31 -0500
Kay
Kemper: Harpist available for lessons and performances in Florida during
the winter at
561-852-1090
or in Maine in the summer 207-266-1788 (cell phone)
I enjoy irish music and I am trying to learn the penney whistle to
play for my own enjoyment.
darla
swisher <yolbolsum@itol.com>
king,
wi USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 20:14:46 (EDT)
I perform traditional Celtic music and other genres. My instrumentation
includes violin and vocals. I am available for private parties and weddings.
I can be reached at 207-737-8813.
Nanci
Stein <helene@gwi.net>
Richmond,
ME USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 11:06:11 (EDT)
Bagpiper for all occasions : Great Highland Bagpipes and Shuttle Pipes
Cape Elizabeth, Maine 04107 207-767-3011
Douglas
Campbell <dougc@maine.rr.com>
Cape
Elizabeth, ME USA - Sunday, September 01, 2002 at 19:06:20 (EDT)
Open
Mike Night on Wednesdays in Portland: 7:30 - 11:30 pm at Geno's,
13 Brown Street, Portland, Maine 04101.
Dr.
Farren's Open Mic Music Clinic.....featuring Music for what ails ya!
All
solos, duos, trios and quartets are urged to come down and play. we are
an original house of music so we encourage you to do your own stuff vs.
cover music that is.
All
musicians must check with dr. farren if they plan on performing so he can
give them a slot....
These
shows have been very successful since we started and all artists are free
to do as they feel creatively. we all encourage all artists to sell their
wares at the club,.....tapes, cds, t-shirts, bumperstickers, labels, etc.....all
we ask is that you do it in one corner of the room so that all other people
have a good view of the stage.
Performer,
singer, professional photographer for weddings, and portraits.
Kay
Campbell <kay@kaycampbell.com>
Ellsworth,
ME USA - Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 23:58:09 (EDT)
I
play and teach clawhammer banjo focusing on Southern Old Time fiddle tunes.
Always
looking for good fiddlers who play this repetoire to jam with.
I
play with the Marsh Island Band in Orono. I also play Crane/Triumph
Duet concertina.
Always
interested in talking banjos.
George
S. Flink. 23 Copeland Hill Rd. Holden, 04429. 989-3688.
center4gc@verizon.net
September
16, 2002 at 09:49:49 (EDT)
Teacher-Performer. Also play Hammered & Mountain Dulcimer, synthesizers,
PC-based digital audio. Available for hire for weddings, funerals, Dinner
parties, etc. www.greymaxim.com Phone(207)
667-0720. Grey Maxim grey@greymaxim.com Ellsworth, ME USA
Grey
Maxim <maxim@acadia.net>
Ellsworth,
ME USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 12:53:14 (EDT)
Singer/songwriter. Country/rock/folk. Looking for musicians for original
and/or cover project.
Teresa
<tseavey@sad6.k12.me.us>
Windham,
ME USA - Wednesday, April 03, 2002 at 12:06:34 (EST)
I have been performing and teaching almost twenty years.I have for
all occasions.I play Highland bagpipes and have taught students to competition
level.
Please
feel to call me at 207 737-0929
Larry
Campbell <piper1@prexar.com>
litchfield,
me USA - Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 00:05:39 (EST)
We want to play & sing with people in the Bucksport /Ellsworth
area. Basically Country/old favorites. We are not professional . If you're
a string player/singer who wants to jam on semi regular basis.This is a
"just for fun group" and we are still learning. Please email us Thanks
Dan
& Vicky Rhodes <drhodes@media2.hypernet.com>
Orland,
, Me. USA - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 12:06:31 (EST)
Bagpiper to give beginning instruction. Competing piper.
Ross
Faneuf <rfaneuf@tidewater.net>
Lincolnville,
ME USA - Wednesday, January 02, 2002 at 17:17:10 (EST)
i'm a irish whistle player (Burke soprano D)with a love for irish/celtic
music (Joanie Madden is a favorite)--and classical music. would be happy
to find someone eager to play duets.
maggie
davis <maggie@downeast.net>
blue
hill, me USA - Friday, December 14, 2001 at 01:58:49 (EST)
Rebecca
Edmondson - providing music for all your special occasions -
Piper
(great Highland bagpipes and shuttle pipes), Oboist, Keyboard
Music
Teacher at the Conners/Emerson School, Bar Harbor.
B.S.
in Music Education at IUP, MMA in Music Education at UMO
Published
and recipient of the Model Music Education National Award
redmondson@u98.k12.me.us
207-244-7193
http://www.emerson.u98.k12.me.us/music
Bondeaux
Redux:
Paul
D'Alessio, Glen Loper, Rod Pervier, and Fred White. Contras, squares, oldtime
wangy twangy music with gumption. Vocals if you want 'em. Parties, dances,
all occasions. Contact: Fred White PO Box 2167, Augusta, ME 04338, 207-622-6201,
frigate1@verizon.net
December 2005
Frigate:
Traditional
and Americana music with Irish, Scots, and French roots for all occasions
on land and sea. Glen Loper (mando, banjo, vocals), Steve Muise (fiddle,
squeezebox, vocals), and Fred White (guitar, percussion, vocals). A whole
shipload of fun with a wicked-good pulse for dancing. Available with
the best callers in New England. Contact: Fred White, PO Box 2167, Augusta
ME 04338, 207-622-6201, frigate1@verizon.net
December 2005
Catharsis...A
purifying release of emotions and/or tension,especially through art, music,
and dancing..." Catharsis... High energy music for all occasions.
Available for parties, dances, weddings, wakes, festivals, re-enactments,
and special events. Dances can be called. Special requests can be catered
to. Catharsis... Paul D'Alessio (mando, banjo, fiddle); Michele Roy
(fiddle); Patty Weidler (piano); Fred White (guitar, percussion). Contact:
Fred White, PO Box 2167, Augusta, ME 04338 TEL: (207) 622-6201; EMAIL:
frigate1@verizon.net
December 2005
Rural
Roots:
Rural
Roots rocks out with oldtime stringband, hillbilly, rockabilly, blues,
bluegrass, jazz, swing, cowboy, minstrels, and ragtime music made fresh
daily just for you! Available for contra / square dances, weddings, wakes,
parties, and other special events. Rural Roots is Paul D'Alessio, Toki
Oshima, John Pranio and Fred White. Contact: Fred White, PO Box 2167, Augusta
ME 04338, 207-622-6201, frigate1@verizon.net
We
are Maggie Robinson, fiddle, Glen Loper, mandolin and banjo, Jefe Raymond,
guitar. Our regular venue is the family dance portion of the Wescustogo
Dance Series schedule, held at Wescustogo Hall in North Yarmouth ME on
the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of every month. Call Jeff at 207-865-9014 or
email me for booking info.
The
Mere Mortals <jeffraymond@prontomail.com>
Pownal,
ME USA - Friday, August 17, 2001 at 14:08:18 (EDT)
Hello Maine friends. I moved to Belfast in the summer of 2000. I am
a full time performer of stories, songs, fiddle and bagpipe and also teach
fiddle (all levels) and bagpipe (beginners). 207-338-6616
Jennifer
Armstrong <stories@mint.net>
Belfast,
ME USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 11:32:13 (EDT)
Former signer for "The Boys of the Old Brigade", rollickin' Irish pub
music, looking for players, to jam, to gig. Please contact with interest
- Southern Maine. Plenty of pubs, not enough bands.
Brian
Owens <tachaelen@hotmail.com>
Portland,
ME USA - Friday, July 06, 2001 at 10:49:37 (EDT)
Player, teacher and performer of the kantele, a traditional Finnish
lap harp. I play 5-, 10- and 36-string kanteles and teach monthly workshops.
Sarah
Cummings-Ridge <sarahcr@aol.com>
Gray,
ME USA - Thursday, June 21, 2001 at 16:53:13 (EDT)
SHARON PYNE 443-5411 or 443- 5400 or 522-3900 sharonmusic@gwi.net
116
Pleasant Cove Dr.
Woolwich,
Me. 04579
(207)
443-5411 or 443- 5400 or 522-3900
Whistle.
Play Irish jigs and reels for dances and wedding with a band called Ladies
of the Lake. See listing below in Maine bands.
ladiesofthelakemusic.com
Woolwich,
ME USA - Monday, July 22, 2004
Corin
Meehan <gaeltune73@aol.com>
Portland,
ME USA - Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 21:09:16 (EST)
Highland Bagpiper: Specializing in weddings and memorial services.Highland
pipes, and bellows-driven Scottish smallpipes, and pennywhistles in various
keys. I work with a drummer, where I play electronic pipes and the drummer
plays various folk drums.
We
play music for all occasions.
References
available. Sometimes work with bodhran player for functions. 207-338-9746.
194
East Waldo Road. Waldo, ME 04915
Tom
Seymour <tomgs@gwi.net> Waldo, ME
USA - Tuesday, February 5, 2005
I am looking for some places to perform. I am 18 and I live in
Lisbon Falls. If you would like to get a hold of me, please visit my page
or call at 353-8573.
Melissa
Parker <m-parker@musician.org>
Lisbon
Falls, ME USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 10:27:24 (EST)
I play anglo-concertina - advanced beginner/intermediate (mostly self-taught)
- love Irish, Scottish and Morris tunes - would like to find some local
folks to play with. Also fool around on penny whistle. 82A Summer St Waterville
ME 04901 207-859-9925
Mike
Little <mlittle@mint.net>
Waterville,
ME USA - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 12:17:12 (EST)
Member Pondicherry Pipers of Bridgton. Will play for weddings, wakes
and divorces in the Lakes Region.
Bob
Comeau <pipercomeau@netscape.net>
Sebago,
ME USA - Sunday, December 17, 2000 at 12:06:25 (EST)
I
live in Lewiston, ME. I am currently offering bodhran lessons. I would
like to find people in the Lewiston area to jam with.
Stuart
Peak <pupitre@hotmail.com>
Lewiston,
ME USA - Wednesday, October 18, 2000 at 21:21:04 (EDT)
player,performer guitar original,covers
Lee
Goff leegoff@downeast.net
southwest
harbor, USA - Sunday, October 08, 2000 at 07:04:20 (EDT)
We are a small bagpipe group inviting new members..Soon to be starting
a Celtic group with fireside pipes and any other instrument welcome..Mondays
4;30 to 6;30 at New Stevens Brook School music room. 647-2413
Walt
Underwood <wawatater@hotmail.com>
Bridgton,
Me USA - Wednesday, October 04, 2000 at 09:47:05 (EDT)
I
am a younger piper that can play for any occasion that you please. I can
play the highland pipes and the shuttle pipes. Please contact me for piping.
Andrew
Choate <Bagpipe007@aol.com>
Augusta,
ME USA - Wednesday, August 23, 2000 at 15:11:00 (EDT)
Original music. I live in NJ but am currently building a house in North
Anson Maine. You can reach me at connored3@hotmail.com. thank you
Edward
J Connor 111 <Connored3@hotmail.com>
Southampton,
NJ USA - Saturday, August 19, 2000 at 15:33:18 (EDT)
Performing new Jewish folk music...fancy flatpicking and fingerpicking
guitar, and fun music on Jewish and Biblical themes.
Larry
Milder <lmilder@mint.net>
Bangor,
ME USA - Sunday, August 06, 2000 at 23:26:57 (EDT)
Piper (Joanne)and Drummer (Ben) for weddings and other occasions in
the surrounding towns of Washington and Hancock Counties. For your convenience,
reasonable rates.
Ben
& Joanne York <piper@midmaine.com>
Please call 207-546-7175 evenings.
Cherryfield,
me USA - Monday, July 24, 2000 at 21:23:41 (EDT)
Music. Guitar and vocals.
Patrick
Mills <patlys@msn.com>
Warren
, ME USA - Monday, July 17, 2000 at 09:04:08 (EDT)
ANDREW WARREN, 24 SPEIRS STREET, WESTBROOK, ME 04092 TEL: (207) 856-5050
Grade
1 piper with solo and band experience
WESTBROOK,
ME USA - Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 18:28:54 (EDT)
"Laura
Perkins" <WhiteOwlFlutes@prexar.com>
We
offer classes throughout the United States [AZ, MA, MI, ME, VT, NY in 2003]
and private lessons and have had 750+ go through our classes. Address is
P.O. Box 37, Searsport, ME 04974 / [207] 548-6751. Call for prices.
We provide all handouts and loaner 6-hole flutes in g minor for those who
do not own one. Our four professional recordings and books are being marketed
in 17 countries. Laura is a former flute professor/orchestral flutist who
also offers spiritual development sessions. Ken's flutes are sold at prestigious
museums and shops throughout the United States, Europe, Australia and Asia.
Laura
Lee Perkins, M.Ed. - Author of THE NATIVE AMERICAN FLUTE TUTOR [Lakota
Sioux & Malisset ancestry]
Ken
Green - Flute Maker [MicMac ancestry]
Bangor,
ME USA - Saturday, March 04, 2000 at 13:37:56 (EST)I am a fifer in the
Sudbury Ancient Fife & Drum Corp. I play the fife, Irish Flute, and
penny whistle, I write arrangements for the fife & flute and create
new songs when I feel lead to. This music is great, for it is a gift from
God.
Christopher
Nawoichik <Firspark@aol.com>
Rockland,
Ma. USA - Friday, December 24, 1999 at 09:53:24 (EST)
Mountain
Dulcimer player, teacher and performer.
Theresa
de Vries center4gc@verizon.net
Holden,
ME USA - Tuesday, July 06, 1999 at 18:55:15 (EDT)
phone 207-288-5653. Fax 207-288-8136. Uilleann Whistle Chanter inventor.
Song
of the Sea
47
West Street
Bar
Harbor, ME 04609
Instruments:
Hammered Dulcimer, Mountain Dulcimer, Whistle, Bodhran, Mandolin
Music:
Folk, Celtic
Edward
Damm <mail@songsea.com>
Bar
Harbor, ME USA - Wednesday, February 17, 1999 at 14:03:35 (EST)
playing... I'm into blues (Texas and Delta) but also deeply involved
in studying the music of my heritage... the Celts. I would actually like
to get a Celtic band together to play out and about. Maybe the new Moon
Cafe and other places where there would be an appreciative audience. I
play guitar (alectric, acoustic and bass), drums, bodhran (sp?), tin whistle,
piano, mandolin (learning) and chanter (learning). I did start learning
bagpipes, but between my job at the time (driving 300+ miles a day), the
commute to Ellsworth was just too much. I am planning on continuing lessons
at some time.
Jon
McQuarrie <haggis@agate.net>
Hampden,
ME USA - Wednesday, January 27, 1999 at 09:24:34 (EST)
I play, teach, and perform on the anglo concertina. Also sing and play
the harmonica , penny whistle, and bodhran. Folk,Blues,Ethnic.Contemporary.
Cover songs
Andrew
Geraghty <andrew.geraghty@umit.maine.edu>
Bangor,
ME USA - Wednesday, December 16, 1998 at 17:51:31 (EST)
894 Upper St. Turner, ME 04282 (207)225-2117 Teacher of many instruments
- fiddle, App. dulcimer, guitar, viola, voice, piano,other strings, clarinet,
flute, sax. Performer solo, with Bill Olson, and with PB&J or Scrod
Pudding. We do concerts, dances (Bill calls), school presentations,any
kind of festive occasions. Tunes composed for special occasions! I play
American/Celtic/Cajun/Swedish/original music - have recordings available,
including a new release on Outer Green Records (check out their web page!)
I'm always looking for gigs, students, and fun people to play tunes and
sing withwith...
Pam
Weeks <pweeks@megalink.net>
Performer
and Player Music: Traditional and Contemp. Celtic Folk Instruments: Voice,
Celtic fingerstyle guitar, Bodhran and Irish bouzouki. Call (207)-797-9953
for a Demo tape.
Kevin
Reams <Celtic-man@msn.com>
Portland,
ME USA - Sunday, October 04, 1998 at 09:44:50 (EDT)
Appalachian dulcimer, guitar, banjo, hammered dulcimer. Sing traditional
and contemporary folk songs, including some of my own.
Dan
Schatz <dschatz@agate.net>
Penobscot,
ME USA - Friday, September 04, 1998 at 22:38:15 (EDT)
Woodpecker Records Instruments: Guitar Music: Folk/ Alternative Rock
Harvey
Reid <mailroom@woodpecker.com>
York,
ME USA - Friday, August 28, 1998 at 23:33:25 (EDT)
My name is Neal Anderson. We have a 3 piece multi-instrumental group
playing professionally a variety of bluegrass, Texas-swing, old-time country,
and classic songs of the rock era arranged for a string band format. Call
207-474-6553 ask for Phil or 207-737-8339 ask for Neal. We do vocal harmonies,
play bass, guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, keyboards.
Abagadasset
String Band <andernk@clinic.net>
Richmond,
ME USA - Monday, July 13, 1998 at 12:10:12 (EDT
Instruments: Builder and player of hurdy-gurdies. Also plays guitar
and cittern. music: Can advise or instruct in setup, maintenance and playing
of hurdy-gurdies; also plays traditional music of central France for dance
workshops. 7 Grove Street. Camden, Maine 04843 phone 207-236-9576.
Matthew
Szostak <gurdy@midcoast.com>
Camden,
ME USA - Friday, July 10, 1998 at 22:49:31 (EDT)
Doug
Anderson, teacher/player/performer
Tenants
Harbor, ME
207-372-8561
Instruments:
great highland bagpipe Scottish Small Pipes.
John
Erdman
class:
player
8
University Place
Orono,
ME 04473
phone:
(207) 866-3892
jperdman@agate.net
Instruments:
Fiddle, guitar
Music:
Cape Breton, Celtic, contradance, French-Canadian (learning)
Michael
K. Hross, player
RR#2,
Box 3395
Oakland,
ME 04963
oakmaine@mint.net
Instrument:
Bagpipes (beginner)
Diane
Kadyk, player
RFD
1, Box 1945
Cornville
ME 04976
phone:
(207) 474-0305
ckadyk@somtel.com
Instruments:
Folk Harp, Irish whistles (intermediate)
Music:
Celtic, folk, contradance
Julia
Lane & Fred Gosbee, performers
group
name: Castlebay
PO
Box 168, Round Pond, ME 04564
Phone/FAX
207-529-5438
cslbay@gwi.net
http://www.gwi.net/~cslbay
Celtic
harp, viola, guitar
Tom
Wilsbach: teacher, performer
229
Walton Street
Portland,
Maine 04103
phone:(
207)797-5905
Instruments:
uilleann pipes, fiddle, whistle
Music:
Irish, contradance wilsbach@portland.lib.me.us
or twilsbac@maine.rr.com
November
2002 update
Tom
Rota
Uilleann
pipes & 5 string banjo
Instruction
and performance
Traditional
Irish Dance Music and bluegrass
87
Lincoln St #4 Portland, ME 04103 (207)-831-9529
thomasrota@hotmail.com
www.boghat.com
BOGHAT
Tradiitonal
Irish Dance Music Group featuring uilleann pipes, concertina, bouzouki,
fiddle, tenor banjo and guitar.
Available
for all occasions. February 2007
Maine
Bagpipe Bands
1.
Rocky Bay Pipe Band www.rockybaypipeband.com
The
band meets in Augusta at the Central Maine Commerce Center (Route 27) on
Thursday nights at 6:30 and offers beginning lessons in both piping and
highland drumming. Pipe Major, David Farr dwfarr@verizon.net
6 Church Hill Rd, Augusta, ME 04330, Tel. 207-623-3266.
2.
Anah Highlanders Pipes & Drums, Shrine Band
Website:
www.anahhighlanders.com
Meets
4:00 PM Sunday evenings at Anah Temple Shrine Hall, 586 Main Street, Bangor.
Pipe
Major: Paul Hazard.
Band
Contacts: Mike Murphy 207-723-4564 or Ernie Smith 207-469-3777
3.
Maine St. Andrews Pipes and Drums.
Meets Thursdays 6:30 p.m. Band practice at Ellsworth Middle School.
Forest St. Ellsworth
Pipe
Major: Scott Heney: (207) 667-4873.
4.
Paula Tinker. 18 South Street. Lubec, ME 04652.
Teaches
an adult education class through the Lubec public school system.
5.Dunlap
Highland Pipe Band. http://www.dunlaphighlandband.com/
George
Pulkkinen. 15 Ocean View Road SCARBOROUGH ME 04074 (207)
883-5085
boatpiper@maine.rr.com
Teaches
adults in Portland bagpipe group. Meets Twice a week (call for location,
times).
6.
Kora Temple Highlanders. Meets Wednesdays at Shrine Temple in Auburn.
Pipe Major: Bob Underwood. Contact: Everett Kaherl 353-6515
7.
Maine Public Safety Pipe & Drum Corps
www.mainepipes.org
The
band meets on Tuesday nights from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with locations rotating
between Freeport, South Portland, and Westbrook. See our websitefor
the schedule. Our members are largely current/retired/former public safety
personnel, but membership is open to any interested person. We offer free
lessons in both piping and drumming to members, but have an Honor Guard
for someone who does not want to play an instrument.
Contact
President Marc Arnold @ 207-756-3735 or Pipe Major Rob Simmons @ 207-841-0220
Bagpipers
for Performances, Weddings, Funerals
1. Doug
Anderson. P.O. Box 125. Tenants Harbor, ME 04860.
Phone (207)372-8561. Plays bagpipes.
2.
Rebecca Edmondson - providing music for all your special occasions -
Piper
(great Highland bagpipes and shuttle pipes), Oboist, Keyboard
Music
Teacher at the Conners/Emerson School, Bar Harbor.
B.S.
in Music Education at IUP, MMA in Music Education at UMO
Published
and recipient of the Model Music Education National Award
redmondson@u98.k12.me.us
207-244-7193
http://www.emerson.u98.k12.me.us/music
3.
Tom Wilsbach. 132 Noyes Street. Portland, ME 04103. (207)-773-7108
wilsbach@www.portland.lib.me.us Uilleann Pipes, whistle.
4.
Tom Seymour. Piper available for weddings, funerals. Highland Bagpiper:
Specializing in weddings and memorial services.Highland pipes, and bellows-driven
Scottish smallpipes, and pennywhistles in various keys. I work with a drummer,
where I play electronic pipes and the drummer plays various folk drums.
We play music for all occasions.
References
available. Sometimes work with bodhran player for functions. 207-338-9746.
194
East Waldo Road. Waldo, ME 04915 tomgs@gwi.net
5.
John Ryan 207-225-3152 Turner, Maine.
Teaches Highland pipes, available for weddings, funerals.
6.Ernie
Smith, Acadia Piper www.acadiapiper.us
Piper.
Bagpipes, Smallpipes in A. Available for most any occasion, willing to
travel.
P.
O. BOX 303 Orrington, ME 04474
Phone
207-469-3777 Cell-207-288-9053 e-mail: bagpiper@acadia.net
Pipe
Corporal, Anah Highlanders
7.
Piper (Joanne) and Drummer (Ben) for weddings and other occasions in the
surrounding towns of Washington and Hancock Counties. For your convenience,
reasonable rates.
Ben
& Joanne York <piper@midmaine.com> Call 207-546-7581 evenings.
9.
Grey Maxim 667-0720 cell (207)460-4086
grey@greymaxim.com http://www.greymaxim.com
10.
Andrew Choate. Central and Southern Maine 623-1762
11.
Larry Campbell Litchfield Maine 737-0929
12.
Sue Mack Southern Maine. 688-4483
13.
Andrew Warren Southern Maine work 775-1510
home 734-8857
14.
Scott Walmer Farmington 778-5752
15.
Pipe Teachers Website: http://www.ceolas.org/instruments/pipes/teachers/
16.
Link to many pipe bands on the internet: http://www.piperanddrummer.com
17.Chris
Pinchbeck - Highland Pipes - Weddings, Funerals, Parties - will play throughout
the state.
619
Camden Road Hope, Me 04847 207-763-2710
photo@pinchbeckphoto.com
18.
Douglas Campbell <dougc@maine.rr.com>
Bagpiper for all Occasions - Southern Maine - 207-767-3011
19.
John Daggett
Instrument:
Highland Bagpipes: Available for weddings, funerals, parties, etc.
johndaggett@gmail.com
Many
references available Phone: 207-268-4072 www.pinetreepiper.com
1467
Lewiston Road
Litchfield,
MAINE 04350
Home
Phone: 207-268-4072 Cell Phone: 207-441-8126
20.George
Pulkkinen. 15 Ocean View Road SCARBOROUGH ME 04074 (207)
883-5085
boatpiper@maine.rr.com
Teaches
adults in Portland bagpipe group. Meets Twice a week (call for location,
times).
21.
Piper available for Weddings, Funerals, etc.
Anthony
Shostak, 18 Anson Road, Greene, ME 04236, (207) 946-3517, ashostak@bates.edu
uilleann
pipes. See also Wake the Neighbors in band listing.
22.
Nathan Smith 721 Notch Rd Hiram, ME 04041 phone:
(207) 625-3884
natethegreat712@yahoo.com
October 11, 2004
23.Douglas
Erickson, bagpiper for all occasions and am based in the Midcoast area
(Thomaston, ME). I can be reached by e-mail at sailinmaine@verizon.net
and/or phoned at 207-354-6154.
24.
Jeff Herbster
Brunswick,
Maine
Bagpipes
and Smallpipes for all occasions. Traditional music - low rates.
No charge for fundraising and schools. Member of ASCAP and The Piobaireachd
Society of Scotland. Lessons are available.
207-729-0283
www.scottishmelodies.com
ipipe4u@suscom-maine.net
25.
My name is Bob Gillis and my wife and I have recently retired from teaching
in Massachusetts and have moved to Old Orchard Beach. I am a piper with
15 years of experience and was associated with the Scots Highland
Pipes and Drums out of Ashby, MA. as a piper and pipe sergeant. I have
played at many weddings, funerals, and special occasions throughout Massachusetts.
I an be reached at (207)937-2253 or email me at rgillis@maine.rr.com
Thanks for listing me on your website.
Bob
Gillis P.O. Box 966 Old Orchard Beach, Maine 04064
December 2005
26.
Jonathan B Morrison. Highland bagpipes phone # (207)627-3267 Casco, ME
rave1@verizon.net
27.
Tom Rota
Uilleann
pipes & 5 string banjo
Instruction
and performance
Traditional
Irish Dance Music and bluegrass
87
Lincoln St #4 Portland, ME 04103 (207)-831-9529
thomasrota@hotmail.com
www.boghat.com
BOGHAT
Tradiitonal
Irish Dance Music Group featuring uilleann pipes, concertina, bouzouki,
fiddle, tenor banjo and guitar.
Available
for all occasions. February 2006
28.Hi,
I'm Steve Lemieux and I'd like to be added to your Maine bagpipe player
list. The date's October 1st 2006.
Steve
Lemieux - Highland Bagpipe, Scottish Smallpipe and Electric Bagpipe for
weddings, funerals, special events and recordings. Available from The Forks
through Central and Southern Maine. Tel: 207-547-3014. E-mail: sidneystev@aol.com
29.
Lynn Alexander (Maine Saint Andrews Band)
(207) 285-7929 Bangor area.
30.Pipeband
sidedrum instruction and workshops. Bodhran instruction. Grade 1 soloist
and member of the Fredericton Society of St. Andrew's Pipe Band, Canada
Michael Rutan <excel@ime.net> Bangor,
ME USA - Monday, July 20, 1998
31.
I would like to add my name to the directory if I may I have been
playing the highland bagpipes for over 20 years here and in the army I
would be available for any occasion. Larry Campbell Augusta,ME.207
485-4404
Lcampbell99750@roadrunner.com
32.
Nathan Wahlgren, Fryeburg.
jnwahlgren@gmail.com
Touch
of Scotland Highland Bagpipes Award-winning piper based
in Fryeburg, ME,
available
to play in central, southern, and western Maine. Weddings, funerals,
parties, as well as individual or group lessons and band workshops.
207-256-0189 http://www.keydetpiper.com
Teachers
of Harp, Guitar, Dulcimer, Accordion, Banjo, Violin, Piano
Harp:
1.
Julia Lane: 529-5438. P.O. Box 168. Round Pond,ME 04564.
2.
Deborah Friou. (207)729-1785. P.O. Box 157. Brunswick, ME 04011.
Teaches
folk harp to students of all ages and levels. Author of many harp books.
Recording artist. Performer.
3.
Elizabeth Roth 647-8757 Bridgeton, ME.
4.
Marianne Meredith “On Wings of Song” Harp, Piano. mariannemeredith@hotmail.com
Brewer,
Maine phone: 207-299-3201
I
live in Brewer, Maine which is close to Bucksport, Hampden and Bangor.
I have a Bachelors and Masters degree in Piano Performance and Pedagogy,
with a minor in harp. I have taught and performed on the piano for more
than thirty years, and on the pedal and Celtic harp for ten years. I am
also a licensed and certified Kindermusik International teacher. I am available
for various workshops, lectures and selected gigs. January 2008
5.
Mary Stafford Montpelier VT 802-233-04257.
6.
Celtic
harp, cittern, 6 & 12-string guitar, & fiddle. We perform for weddings,
parties, concerts, & gatherings. Kristin teaches folk harp for beginners
and Nick is also a maker as well as a player of stringed instruments. They
have recorded several CD's.
(207)
594-0032Kristin Tescher/Nick Apollonionikosapollonio@yahoo.com
Rockport, ME
7.
Mary Chamberlain Thomaston ME
merryharping@yahoo.com (207) 354-8289
Guitar:
1.
Sarah Fraley: 244-3605. Folk, good for children.
2.
Charles Halligan. 326-4281. RR 1 Box 100 Brooksville,ME 04617. Acoustic,
Electric. frets@acadia.net
3.
Richard Kenefic: 866-0483. 8 Sunset Drive. Orono,ME 04473. Classical.
4.
Downeast Society for Classic Guitar. Box 232. Bangor, ME 04402.
Keith Crook: 828-0927.
5.
Bob Winglass: 244-3573. Folk, Classical, Rock. All ages, all levels.
6.
John Tercyak. Pager phone: 759-6424. Folk.
7.
Scott Perry: 800-995-0796 or 374-2596. Blues
8.
Juan Condori. 827-8032. 52 South 4th Street Apt 4. Old Town, ME 04468.
Classical Guitar and Cello.
9.
Charlie Crofoot. 276-9325 Beginners to Advanced. Many styles.
10.Weslea
Sidon. 244-3528. Beginning classical, folk, all ages.
11.
Phil Kell. 667-6208
Piano:
1.
Mary McGraw: 223-5605. Winterport.
2.
Michelle McCann: 288-3120. 128 Cottage Street. Bar Harbor. All ages, all
levels.
3.
Anne Sawyer: 288-3380.
4.
Sarah Fraley: 244-3605. Good for children.
6.
Beth Bradshaw. 288-4129. Hulls Cove.
7.
Wilbur Wolf 244-5667 Piano Tuner and Piano Teacher.
Bucksport.
8.
Marianne Meredith “On Wings of Song” Harp, Piano. MarianneMeredith@cs.com
Brewer,
Maine phone: 989-1637 mariannemeredith@hotmail.com
Accordion:
1.
Anne Sawyer: 288-3380
Mountain
Dulcimer:
1.
Theresa deVries:989-3688. 3 Copeland Hill. East Holden, ME 04429
2.
Eddie or Anne Damm: 288-5653. Song of the Sea. 47 West Street. Bar
Harbor.
Hammered
Dulcimer:
1.
Eddie Damm: 288-5653. Song of the Sea. 47 West Street. Bar Harbor.
Percussion:
1.
Ron Sweet: 288-3675. Drum Sets, percussive theory.
2.
Stu Gillam: 422-3700. Has regular hand drumming gatherings in Hancock,ME.
Banjo:
1.
George Swanson: 244-0579 Manset, ME.
Violin:
1.Michelle
McCann: 288-3120. 128 Cottage Street. Bar Harbor.
Union
98 (Mount Desert Island) List of Private Lesson Teachers 2006
Lesson
Location: Mount Desert Island High School
Bill
Whitener
667-4047 trumpet, all band instruments
Joe
Wainer
667-6775 drum set, percussion
Bronwyn
Kortge 667-6084
voice
Tennille
Clemens 288-5601 violin,
all woodwinds, piano (early)
Juan
Condori
374-2991 cello
Weslea
Sidon
244-9897 guitar (classical)
Bill
Roy
664-6192 guitar (folk, fingerstyle, pop/rock, jazz)
Lesson
Location: in the Communities of Mount Desert Island
Violin:
Michele
McCann 288-3120
Bar Harbor also piano
Margy
Ruell
474-9200 Ellsworth
David
Reilly
359-8578 Blue Hill
Suzuki
French
Horn:
Wanda
Whitener 667-4047
Lamoine
244-7777 Tremont
Oboe:
Rebecca
Edmondson 288-3631x230 also piano. Providing music for all
your special occasions -
Piper
(great Highland bagpipes and shuttle pipes), Oboist, Keyboard
Music
Teacher at the Conners/Emerson School, Bar Harbor.
B.S.
in Music Education at IUP, MMA in Music Education at UMO
Published
and recipient of the Model Music Education National Award
redmondson@u98.k12.me.us
207-244-7193
http://www.emerson.u98.k12.me.us/music
Piano:
Michelle
McCann 288-3120
Bar Harbor also violin
Lise
Wallace
288-8016 Hulls Cove
Sarah
Fraley
244-3605 Somesville
all ages
Beth
Van Dyke 244-3634
Southwest Harbor
Kimberly
Haller 525-3048
Bar Harbor
Rebecca
Edmondson 288-3631x230 advanced only, also oboe
Voice:
Carol
Cramer
244-9201 Southwest
Harbor (summer)
Guitar/Bass:
Phil
Kell
667-6208 Ellsworth
will travel
Don
Johnstone 244-3713
Southwest Harbor
Percussion:
Mike
Bennett
244-5798 Southwest Harbor
2008Guide
to
Maine
Folk Music and Song, Contra Dance and Dance Bands,Performers
(courtesy of DEFFA, Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts)
For
a PDF file that you can search for artists and bands: go to http://www.deffa.org/
Abbott
Hill Ramblers
Teacher
Chris Prickitt directs this group of talented young musicians from the
Dexter
Middle and High Schools. The Ramblers have produced three
recordings;
the more recent, “Going Places” was released in June 2006. Their
music
— bluegrass, folk and country — is pretty darn good. Instrumentation
includes
banjo, bass, guitar, mandolin, fiddles, piano, accordion, harp and
percussion.
Very reasonable rates for an entertaining and uplifting show.
Contact
Chris Prickitt, 277-3961, chrisprickett@gmail.com, website:
www.abbotthillramblers.com
Armstrong,
Jennifer
I
am a piper, fiddler, singer, storyteller and family dance caller. I am
available
for
lessons, workshops, weddings, concerts, festivals! I will host the sixth
annual
Pie and Story Festival in Belfast on Sunday October 5, 2008. Please
give
a call about getting involved in putting on the festival, for lessons,
for
concerts,
whatever!! Contact: Jennifer Armstrong, 338-6616,
jennifer@jenniferarmstrong.com,
website www.jenniferarmstrong.com
Beat
Greens
The
Beat Greens is a four member group performing driving renditions of New
England,
Old Timey, and traditional fiddle music for contradances,
performances,
and special events. The band features Richard Green (caller,
upright
bass, fiddle, and piano), Pamela Davis Green (fiddle, bodhran, caller),
Sandy
River (flute, whistle, and xaphoon) and Paul Baines (guitar & twelve
string
guitar.) Contact Richard at (207) 685-8141, email:
richard.a.green@roadrunner.com,
website: www.beatgreens.com.
Belfast
Shape Note Singing Group
An
informal group singing traditional shape note songs, is a full-spirited
style
of
four-part a cappella singing that began in New England in the mid 1700’s.
We
use The Sacred Harp (1991) and Northern Harmony books. Beginners are
most
welcome; books are available for loan and purchase. We meet in Belfast
the
2nd Monday of the month, from 7 to 9 pm, at the 1st Church Parish Hall,
corner
of Spring and Court Streets. Contact: Bobbie, 342-2324, rgoodell@gwi.net.
Big
Moose
Fourth
Saturday contradances (Sept., Oct., Jan. through May) at the Gates
Center
at College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor. Big Moose is David Quimby
(standup
bass), Jim Vekasi (mandolin), Emma Watson (fiddle), David Towle
(accordion,
fiddle), Charlie Richardson (fiddle), Ruth Grierson (fiddle), Chuck
Donnelly
(guitar, fiddle) and Keith Davis (guitar.) Contact Keith Davis, 288-
5620,
KDavis@harborbars.com
Boardman
and Sons
Fiddle
music for dances in the folk rock tradition, from aggressive reels and
sinuous
jigs to sublime waltzes. Greg Boardman, fiddle (and calls when
needed);
Isaac Boardman, guitar; Aidan Boardman, bass and piano; Ethan
Boardman,
percussion. Contact: Greg Boardman, 777-5320,
gboardman@lewnet.avcnet.org,
website www.bowandstring.com.
4
Bondeaux
Redux
Paul
D’Alessio, Glen Loper, Rod Pervier, and Fred White. Contras, squares,
oldtime
wangy twangy music with gumption. Vocals if you want ‘em. Parties,
dances,
all occasions. Contact: Fred White PO Box 2167, Augusta, ME 04338,
622-6201,
frigate1@roadrunner.com
Boréal
Tordu
Maine’s
premier Acadian Band, featuring Rob Sylvain, Steve Muise, Andy
Buckland
and Pip “Bonneau” Walter. Boréal Tordu offers great music for
concert
settings: old Acadian ballads, rousing Cajun tunes, and a slew of new
originals
paying hommage to our French-Canadian roots! Please contact Rob
Sylvain,
Rob@gigafone.com, 761-3931, www.borealtordu.com
Bowdoinham
String Band
Traditional
acoustic music for weddings and community events. Styles range
from
lyrical waltzes to toe-tapping tunes and include Irish and Scottish, French
Canadian,
American roots from the South and West, English and Welsh, and
Scandinavian.
Available as solo violin or fiddle, guitar-fiddle duet, mandolinguitar-
fiddle
trio, four or five piece band with two fiddles, guitar, mandolin,
banjo
and other combinations. Contact Hope, P.O. Box 171, Bowdoinham ME
04008,
332-3459, music@hopehoffman.com, www.hopehoffman.org
Bustopher
Jones
Greg
Boardman-fiddle, Anthony Shostak-uilleann pipes, John Cote-guitar,
Alfred
Lund-percussion. Regular Bates College dance second Fridays
September-May.
Booking: Anthony Shostak 946-3517 ashostak@bates.edu,
John
Cote 232-8656 John_Cote@umit.maine.edu.
Calliope
John
Pranio, Glen Loper, Tamora Goltz, & David Stimson comprise this lively
quartet
and can often be found playing the N.Whitefield dance. Contact:
Tamora,
633-6148 or curlewmusic@gwi.net.
Casco
Bay Tummlers Klezmer Band
The
Tummlers have been treating audiences to their rollicking brand of Eastern
European
Jewish folk music for nearly two decades. Check our website for
updates
of public concerts around the Jewish holidays. Their discography
includes
“Casco Bay Tummlers: Klezmer”, “L.L. Bean’s Holiday Music”,
“Jumpin’
Jewpiter” and the newly released “Journey.” Instrumentation:
clarinet,
saxophone, accordion, flute, bass flute, vocals, bass, guitar, drums,
percussion.
Venues: festivals, concert series, simchas (parties), school
residencies,
workshops. Tummlers CD’s available for $15. Contact: Julie
Goell,
766-2945, jgoell@maine.rr.com or julie@juliegoell.com. Websites:
www.cascobaytummlers.com
and www.juliegoell.com. Fee: negotiable.
Cedar
A
longtime duo with a new name. Elaine Malkin & Gail Lipfert blend melody
and
harmony on fiddle, guitar, English concertina & recorder to create
a unique
but
traditional sound for all your fiddling needs. Contact Elaine Malkin, 426-
9623,
malkin@midmaine.com
5
Crooked
Stovepipe
Available
for parties, dances, junkets etc. Still pumping out the tunes in the
Portland
area (and elsewhere when called upon). Members: John Carroll
(flute),
Chris Colson (squeezebox & piano), Dave Colson (guitar, mandolin &
triangle),
Mike Connolly (piano & guitar), Paul Krakauske (melodeon & banjomandolin),
Tom
Wilsbach (fiddle & whistle) and occasionally Jeremy Colson
(fiddle.)
Paul, Dave & Mike are our callers (not all at once). For bookings
contact:
Tom Wilsbach, 797-5905, twilsbac@maine.rr.com.
Crowfoot
This
trio, with Adam Broome, Jaige Trudel and Nicholas Williams ranges from
blazing
hot contras to dynamic concerts. From Maine and Montreal, these
musicians
have a knack for blending timeless musical heritage with their own
innovations.
To contact for booking or CDs, phone 207-272-8486 or e-mail
crowfootmusic@gmail.com.
Website: www.crowfootmusic.com
Eastern
Trio
The
Eastern Trio plays traditional dance music. Our style includes Celtic to
Southern
Appalachian Old Time and contradance styles from New England and
Eastern
Canada. Our music is suitable for a variety of ceremonial occasions,
from
weddings and birthday celebrations to barn dances and kitchen ceilidhs,
or
the concert stage. Instrumentation may include: fiddle, banjo, harmonica,
piano,
guitar, whistle, cello, viola, Celtic harp, bass, percussion and voices.
For
bookings
or more information, contact Heidi, Bill or Fiona at 374-5417,
h.daub@verizon.net;
or Gary at 460-1463, garybushee@yahoo.com
Ellen
and Maggie
These
two dance music scene veterans create a vibrant sound that rocks the
dance
hall! Ellen (fiddle) and Maggie (guitar, vocals) meld authentic dance
tunes
in the New England, Quebecois, Irish, Scottish and Maritime traditions.
Ellen
has traveled to Ireland, Britain and the Shetland Islands to collect tunes,
has
toured in the U.S. and Europe and recorded with a number of groups. An
experienced
Suzuki violin / fiddle teacher, she teaches at fiddle workshops, at
music
camps and at her home in Belfast. Maggie Ericson is a singer and
instrumentalist
equally at home with ballads and the blues. She has been
performing
an eclectic mix of traditional music since the late 1970s. Contact:
Ellen
Gawler, 495-2928, ellengawler@aol.com or Maggie Ericson, 547-3977.
Evergreen
Maine’s
premier American roots music ensemble. Their eclectic acoustical
style
blends elements of folk, bluegrass, country and blues with jazz, swing,
rock
and ethnic traditions featuring tight harmonies, solid instrumentation,
original
interpretations and strong songwriting. They perform around a single
microphone,
taking turns fronting the band and letting the audience get
acquainted
with each of them. Members are: Chris Prickitt (banjo, fiddle,
accordion,
mandolin, bass), Steve Chiasson (guitar, bass), Nellie Kennedy
(bass,
guitar, mandolin, autoharp), and Joe Kennedy (harmonicas, bass). The
band
has four recordings. Contact: Joe, 277-3733, joekennedy@tds.net,
info@evergreenmaine.com,
www.evergreenmaine.com
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Fabian,
Joseph
I
am a caller in mid-Maine available for dances, family events, contras and
beginning
square dances. Square and fun dances for all ages are my specialty.
I
am available to put a tap in your toes and a smile on your face. Also willing
to
teach square dance calling (a.k.a. “patter” or “hash calling.”) Calling
dances
and
teaching have been my passion and joy. I do not charge for calling,
teaching,
or training new callers. BMI / ASCAP licensed. Insured. Contact:
525-3010
or squaredance@levisandlace.com
Ferrel,
Frank
New
England and Maritime fiddle player for dances, concerts, private
functions,
lessons and workshops. Composer and performer of Celticinfluenced
music
of North America. Contact: Frank Ferrel, 114 Old Brunswick
Road,
Bath ME 04533, 449-1614, fferrel@aol.com
Fiddlehedz
Fiddlehedz
is your one-stop band in a box, available for dances, community
and
family events, weddings, parties, school and educational programs, and
all
festive
occasions. Everything you need to add that special touch to any
gathering.
You provide the setting, and leave the rest to us! Our dance and
music
programs are tailored to your needs. We teach and call dances for all
ages
and experience levels, from total beginners to seasoned dancers.
Fiddlehedz
is Richard Green (caller, upright bass, fiddle, and piano), Pamela
Davis
Green (fiddle, bodhran, caller) and Kathy Howatt (guitar.). Make your
next
event even more special! Contact Richard at (207) 685-8141,
richard.a.green@roadrunner.com,
website: www.fiddlehedz.org
Firefly
This
trio features fiddle and banjo, playing mostly Old Time Southern tunes
for
contradances,
weddings and other events. Perfect for a barn dance! Contact
Maggie
Robinson, 233-4325, fiddle103@yahoo.com
Fowler,
Chrissy
Caller
for contras, family dances, weddings and other joy-filled occasions.
Phone
338-0979, cell phone 603-498-3506, ktaadn_me@hotmail.com
Franklin
County Fiddlers
A
multi-stylistic fiddle band, directed by Steve Muise. The band is comprised
of
talented high school students from Mt. Blue High School in Farmington,
Maine.
Available through the school calendar year for contradances, parties,
festivals
and entertainment! Please contact Steve Muise, 778-3511,
smuise@msad9.org,
www.franklincountyfiddlers.com.
Frigate
Traditional
and Americana music with Irish, Scots, and French roots for all
occasions
on land and sea. Glen Loper (mando, banjo), Steve Muise (fiddle,
accordion),
and Fred White (guitar, percussion). A whole shipload of fun with a
wicked-good
pulse for dancing. Available with the best callers in New
England.
Contact: Fred White, PO Box 2167, Augusta ME 04338, 622-6201,
frigate1@roadrunner.com
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Gawler
Family
John
and Ellen Gawler are joined by daughters Molly, Edith and Elsie, to bring
you
an eclectic assortment of old and new songs from many folk traditions.
They
accompany their warm interweaving family harmonies with fiddle, banjo,
wooden
banjo, cello, guitar and piano. With one CD to their credit, this family
has
earned a place in the hearts of audiences for its infectious spirit and
sparkling
musicianship. For 25 year