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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Mar
15
2:00 PM14:00

Sugaring Off Party!

People of all ages are invited to a musical celebration of maple sugaring season! This free interactive concert will be presented by The Madstop Fiddlers of Potsdam, a multigenerational group of fiddlers, under the direction of North Country Heritage Award recipient, Gretchen Koehler. This popular family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2-3:30 pm at The TAUNY Center in Canton.


The Madstop Fiddlers will present a variety of toe-tapping old-time fiddle tunes that have been played in the North County for many generations. Throughout this fun, educational event, listeners will learn to play spoons, hear stories of French Canadian “sugaring off” parties, learn some Ottawa Valley “step dance” moves, as well as traditional folk dances.


Local maple producer Art Hurlbut of Hurlbut’s Maple will also be at the party to make wax-on-snow (a seasonal favorite) to share with guests. This event is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted.


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Nov
9
7:00 PM19:00

Fiddling With Traditions- Massena, NY

The Massena Schine Theater in conjunction with Massena Concert Series is proud to present Fiddling With Traditions, live at the Massena Central High School auditorium! Water and refreshments will be sold by the Massena Schine Theater volunteers to raise funds toward the restoration of the historic Schine Theater in downtown Massena. This event is free for all to attend, however donations to cover expenses will be kindly accepted.

Fiddling With Traditions is a fun, imaginative, multimedia concert that features fiddler/tunesmith Gretchen Koehler & pianist Daniel Kelly sharing fiddle tunes that evoke everything from sweeping paint strokes, to intricate stitching, to the fiery forging of Northern NY's folk traditions. From heart pumping musical arrangements to peaceful panoramas, their expressive soundscapes capture the spirit of rug braiding, blacksmithing, quilting, silversmithing, paper making, knitting, painting and woodworking. Audiences of all ages will enjoy this captivating musical adventure enhanced by a backdrop of gorgeous film and images.

This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by the St. Lawrence County Arts Council.

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Nov
8
7:00 PM19:00

Fiddling With Traditions- Album Release Concert!!! TAUNY CENTER

Album Release Party: Fiddling with Traditions

DATE: Friday, November 8th

FIDDLING WITH TRADITIONS TIME: Concert at 7p.m. - donations at door

TAUNY - 53 Main Street, Canton, NY

This is our official album release concert with special guest fiddler, Rebecca Koehler flying in from Texas!!! Unlike our regular multi-media show, this concert will be a "play-the-album" featuring 17 original pieces inspired by North Country folk artists. If you HAVE seen the show, this will be "bonus material"... if you HAVE NOT seen the show, this will be a great "teaser!"

Album and digital downloads available for purchase at TAUNY!

*This event is supported in part by the Petya Perkins Fund, in honor of Gerald Perkins


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Nov
7
6:00 PM18:00

Fiddling With Traditions- Remington Museum

Remington Museum in Ogdensburg, here we come

LIMITED SEATING- TICKET LINK.

A “Fiddling With Traditions” concert with fiddler/tunesmith Gretchen Koehler will take place on Thursday, November 7th at 6PM, hosted at the Frederic Remington Art Museum.

Admission:

Adults: $20
Museum Members: $15
Under 18: $10

Only 40 seats available.

The concert will take place in The Tiffany Room at the Frederic Remington Art Museum. A cash bar by Hosmer's will be on-site serving drinks. Light refreshments will be provided by the Museum.

The concert will be 120 minutes with an intermission.

"This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by the St. Lawrence County Arts Council.”

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Jul
28
9:00 PM21:00

Fiddling With Traditions

Koehler & Kelly mark their 10th anniversary at Mohonk Mountain House with a special performance during the Festival of the Arts!

Join fiddler Gretchen Koehler and pianist Daniel Kelly for "Fiddling With Traditions,” a toe tapping, multimedia concert inspired by Mohonk’s history. Experience imaginative soundscapes that capture the essence of hiking, ice harvesting, boat building, and much more. The fun concert unfolds against a backdrop of film and photography, immersing audiences in unforgettable mountain magic! 

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May
11
2:00 PM14:00

World Fiddle Day Celebration!!

Come celebrate World Fiddle Day with a fiddle concert and Old Time Fiddle Jam session.

The North Country Fiddlers will host a performance by The Madstop Fiddlers featuring fiddle tunes from around the globe. Then, audience members are welcome to grab their instrument for a community jam session full of of North Country fiddle favorites!

A 2:00, The Madstop Fiddlers, under the direction of Gretchen Koehler, will be kicking the afternoon off with a performance followed by a community jam session open to all acoustic musicians who want to join in. Bring your fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin, concertina, tin whistle, harmonica, etc., and play along with us!

The World Fiddle Day Celebration is FREE and open to the public!

In addition, we will have several FREE JAMMING WORKSHOPS in Canton/Potsdam for anyone who would like to learn the art of old time jamming, and/or practice the tunes ahead of the day! More info to come...

You can also practice on your own ahead of time with recordings and sheet music of these tunes at www.gretchenkoehlermusic.com/world-fiddle-daypotsdam

Community Jam Set List
Boil em Cabbage A
Cindy D
Liza Jane A
Hundred Pipers A
Off She Goes D
Chase Me Charlie A
Black Velvet Waltz C
St. Anne’s D
Gaspe Reel D
Old Joe Clark A
Flop Eared Mule D/A
Red Wing G
Snow Deer (G & D)
Tom Bigbee Waltz G


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