Nov
2
2:30 PM14:30

North Country Folk Orchestra

Kick Up Your Heels with North Country Fiddle Orchestra Nov. 2nd in Potsdam!!!


POTSDAM – The North Country Fiddle Orchestra, led by Gretchen Koehler and Barb Heller,  is holding a TAUNY-sponsored community dance on Sunday, November 2nd.

The family-friendly event takes place from 2:30-3:30pm at the First Presbyterian Church community room, located at 42 Elm Street in Potsdam. No experience is necessary and admission is free.  Listeners and dancers of all ages are welcome!

An hour of beginner-friendly folk dances (square dance, polka, contra dance, waltz) will be taught by caller Gretchen Koehler and accompanied by the North Country Fiddle Orchestra.

The NCFO is a multi-instrumental ensemble of all ages that plays a wide variety of fiddle tunes popular in the north country, including music from the USA, British Isles, and beyond.

This TAUNY program was made possible in part by the Petya Perkins Family Foundation & Corning Incorporated Foundation as well as the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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Sep
13
2:00 PM14:00

Center for the Arts

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We all remember Stephen (Doc) Fleury as a generous musical collaborator who contributed his time and talents to the Brewerton Center for the Arts as a Board Member. Center owners Dee and John Finkenstadt have graciously offered the use of the Center's beautiful performance space on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 2 until 6 PM to hold a musical tribute celebrating the music of that Steve brought to us all. We were each fortunate to collaborate with Steve and share in one or more of his musical projects.

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Aug
2
3:00 PM15:00

TAUNY/ Tribute to Mary Anne McLaughlin

Join us in remembrance of TAUNY artisan and friend Mary Ann McLaughlin, who passed away earlier this month. A reception will take place at The TAUNY Center on Saturday, August 2nd at 3 p.m., and will be a time to reflect upon and celebrate Mary Ann's artistry and impact. The event will feature a musical and film tribute by Gretchen Koehler.

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Jul
27
7:00 PM19:00

The Old Time Fiddle Show!!

The Old Time Fiddle Show will play at the Norwood Village Green on July 27, 2025!!! Program is as follows

Set 1. 7:00-7:55 pm

Set 2. 8:05 pm - 8:50 pm

SUNDAY, JULY 27, 7-9pm • Old Time Fiddle Show— The Norwood Village Green Concert Series celebrates their 52nd season this summer with weekly performances at the Liotta Bandshell on the Green. Bring a blanket and chairs and enjoy a variety musical genres. nvgcs.org.

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Jul
20
1:00 PM13:00

The Old Time Fiddle Show!

Join The Old Time Fiddle Show at the Fiddlers’ Hall of Fame for 2 sets….2-3 PM and 4-5PM! SUNDAY, JULY 20, 2-5pm • Old Time Fiddle Show— North American Fiddlers’ Hall of Fame, 1121 Comins Rd., Osceola. The New York State Old Tyme Fiddler's free concerts are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the generous support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. During the concert, patrons are invited to visit the museum and enjoy refreshments from the Fiddlers Kitchen. All the facilities are handicapped accessible and include a covered pavilion with indoor stage, seating and dance floor. All events are rain-or-shine. Parking and admission are always free and families with children can easily supervise them in the colorful playground adjacent to the seating area. www.nysotfa.com

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May
10
1:30 PM13:30

Jam Workshop at PPL

Event link: https://www.facebook.com/share/19JXSyxwTR/

OLD TIME JAM WORKSHOP: Ahead of the World Fiddle Day Celebration (May 18, Potsdam Public Library 2:00-4:00 PM), The Potsdam Public Library will host an Old Time Jam workshop where musicians can learn or brush up on the tunes below.

This session is Saturday, May 10, 1:30-2:30, led by fiddler Gretchen Koehler Music.

This session is free and open to folks of all ages with basic proficiency on their acoustic instrument. Musicians are welcome to play by ear, or use the sheet music and chord charts provided at the workshop. Audio files/sheet music can be found at: www.gretchenkoehlermusic.com:

Ashokan Farewell D, Chase Me Charlie A, Cindy D, Faded Love D, Flop Eared Mule D/A, Gaspe Reel D, Hundred Pipers A, Jessica Waltz D, Liza Jane A, Off She Goes D, Old Joe Clark A, Over the Waterfall D, Red Wing G, Road to Lisdoonvarna Em, Tennessee Waltz D

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May
10
11:00 AM11:00

Jam Workshop at TAUNY

EVENT LINK: https://www.facebook.com/events/491031877280485

OLD TIME JAM WORKSHOP: Ahead of the World Fiddle Day Celebration (May 18, Potsdam Public Library 2:00-4:00 PM), The TAUNY Center will host an Old Time Jam workshop where musicians can learn or brush up on the tunes below.

This session is Saturday, May 10, 11AM-noon, led by fiddler Gretchen Koehler Music.

This session is free and open to folks of all ages with basic proficiency on their acoustic instrument. Musicians are welcome to play by ear, or use the sheet music and chord charts provided at the workshop.
Audio files/sheet music can be found at: www.gretchenkoehlermusic.com:

Ashokan Farewell D, Chase Me Charlie A, Cindy D, Faded Love D, Flop Eared Mule D/A, Gaspe Reel D, Hundred Pipers A, Jessica Waltz D, Liza Jane A, Off She Goes D, Old Joe Clark A, Over the Waterfall D, Red Wing G, Road to Lisdoonvarna Em, Tennessee Waltz D

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