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I can’t seem to shake loose this stupid grin As I watch my son lean into the mic to project the opening notes he cocks his head to the side and lets his fiddle sing a series of double strings, then his fingers run up and down the fiddle’s neck and then a clear high…
On Twitter, By George is an avid fan of writer Novelicious – @noveliciouss – and this artist tweets out some remarkable art pieces including marvelous fiddle art. Here are a few recent favourite art pieces that feature the fiddle. Visit @ByGeorgeJournal on Twitter for a daily stream of inspiration and motivation. Chris George provides…
“Celebrate with your favourite fiddle musicians” urges CGMFA Saturday, May 21st is National Fiddling Day, and Canadians are encouraged to enjoy this day set aside to recognize both the historical and contemporary importance of fiddle music in Canada. The Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Association (CGMFA) is a national organization that is devoted to…
Here are By George‘s half dozen favourite fiddle memes which you can use to promote fiddle music through this weekend!! And be sure to share Canada’s National Fiddling Day poster as well (see last poster below). Enjoy the weekend with your favourite musician! Here is Canada’s National Fiddling Day poster. Chris George, providing…
Saturday May 16th marks Canada’s 1st National Fiddling Day and fiddlers across the country will be celebrating their music at jam sessions and public events. Our oldest boy is a fiddler and he will be out at a few special events in Ottawa. So, our whole family will be celebrating fiddle music tomorrow on what…
Here is a shameless plug for our favourite Ottawa Valley fiddler – Alexander George. This weekend – April 4 & 5 – the sap will be flowing and the many Lanark County maple farms are hosting a special festival to showcase their syrup as well as some local Valley talents. One Almonte maple stand, owned…
Yesterday at the Canadian Heritage Committee, Members of Parliament were discussing the establishment of a day in Canada to recognize fiddle music. Appearing before the committee was Senator Elizabeth Hubley who is the author of Bill S-218, An Act respecting National Fiddling Day. There was also Graham Sheppard, Vice-President of the Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling…
On February 4, Members of Parliament of the Canadian Heritage Committee were considering S-218: An Act respecting a National Fiddling Day. Appearing before the Committee were two fiddlers to speak of their love of fiddle music. Kelli Trottier spoke and played for MPs, as did Alexander George. Here is Alexander’s statement to MPs. “Mr. Chairman,…
Allow a proud Father to boast a moment… above is a picture of my son, Alexander, performing on the Renfrew Fair’s Valley Stage last weekend. It has been a heck of a summer for our favourite fiddler! He (and our Family) has enjoyed Almonte’s Celtfest and Puppets Up! festivals and a number of other musical…
In the Washington, DC Metro Station on a cold January morning in 2007, a man with a violin played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes. During that time approximately 2,000 people went through the station, most of them on their way to work. After 3 minutes a middle aged man noticed there was a…
Alexander George has recently posted a video recording of his performance at the Ottawa Fiddle Club in November. In the clip he plays five tunes that showcase his range. Two Step D’armand, Lieutenant Governor’s Waltz, Reel du Point au Pic, Elizabeth During’s Waltz, and Cajun Fiddle. Click into his website – alexandergeorge.ca – where…
For those unaware, the George household has a few budding musicians in it. Our youngest plays the piano and has been busy this summer learning the soundtrack of The Lord of the Rings. Our oldest is serious about pursuing a musical career playing his violin – and having fun along the way with his mandolin,…
We are taken with our boys’ Christmas spirit this year. Our youngest, David, is seeking out every Salvation Army kettle drum to give to those in need. We all are constantly emptying our pockets so David can go to the SA volunteer and say “Merry Christmas.” Our fiddler, Alexander, has played a number of…
So, allow me to brag for a moment…. My oldest boy, Alexander, played at St. Catharines Fiddle Fest this past weekend where he won in his age group (10 and under – he’s 9). Here are links to short clips of two of his fiddle tunes: \”Smash the Window Jig on YouTube\” \”Rambler\’s…