Meets Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Oboe, Recorder, Tin Whistle, Guitar, Ukulele, Percussion, Piano, and more!
Directed by Kathryn Kalmansson
If you play an instrument, or if you might like to play an instrument, and would like to build your skills while making new friends, we would like to invite you to join Rose, Thorn & Fiddle!
Playing in an ensemble is a key component of musical success. Those who participate in a music ensemble advance faster than those who only take private lessons, even if they practice faithfully daily. Students who play in ensembles are more likely to maintain an interest in their instrument and develop cooperative and social skills while building lasting friendships.
No matter what your musical goals are, fiddling is one of the best ways to develop a good rhythm, a confident ear, ensemble skills, and fast fingers. Rose, Thorn & Fiddle is unique in that all of our arrangements have parts for everyone, from open-string beginners to advanced players who want a challenge.
We perform a repertoire of Celtic, Early American, and Ancient music in churches, community festivals, nursing homes, and schools. We collaborate with Thayer Conservatory’s Homeschool Chorus and coordinate our schedule with the Youth Ensemble of New England.
Rose, Thorn & Fiddle includes the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, recorder, tin whistle, guitar, ukulele, and percussion. If you play an instrument not on the list and are interested in expanding your musical skills, please contact us and we will see what we can do. Piano students looking for an ensemble experience are particularly welcome.
We have so much fun together in Rose, Thorn & Fiddle. We would love to have you join us.
