Opera House presents The Fitzgeralds on Friday
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The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center presents the Canadian fiddling, step dancing family band, The Fitzgeralds, on Friday at 7:30 p.m.
The group consists of fiddling and step dancing siblings, Tom, Kerry and Julie Fitzgerald. Featuring three-time Canadian Grandmaster Fiddle Champions and Ontario Open Step Dance Champions, this unique group presents high-energy fiddling and mind-blowing step dancing.
It is the rare combination of exceptional musicianship, incomparable step dancing, audience interaction, evident love of performing, and genuine sibling connection that resonates with audiences of all ages and sets this group apart.
Cape Breton Fiddling Sensation Natalie MacMaster says "The Fitzgeralds are standout musicians in our Canadian music industry ... their caliber of musicianship is very high. I think together they are a beautiful blend of gorgeous fiddle music, and top-rate, absolutely exhilarating dance routines."
The siblings were raised in a musical household, and toured internationally with their family band "Everything Fitz." Growing up on the outskirts of the Ottawa Valley, they were immersed in the rich tradition of Canadian Old
Time fiddling and step dancing that evolved with the arrival of Irish, Scottish and French immigrants. Over time, they have developed their art form to include various styles of fiddle music including Celtic, jazz, bluegrass, French-Canadian, and pop. The siblings continue to push boundaries by fusing traditional and modern styles of fiddle and dance to create their own unique sound and style.
Their creativity and passion for experimentation has led them to compose original tunes and arrangements, some of which were released on their latest album.
Despite their young age, these musicians have notable musical experiences under their belts. Highlights include group and solo performances with: Nathan Carter, Leahy, Natalie McMaster, Cherish the Ladies, Tommy Hunter, Bowfire, Sharon Shannon, Liz Carroll, and We Banjo 3.
As members of The StepCrew, they have had the opportunity to perform with Carlos Nunez, Solas, and Eileen Ivers. They are guest performers on the prestigious Nathan Carter TV Christmas Special 2017, broadcast by BBC and RTE television.
The Fitzgeralds is a group of entertainers who truly love what they are doing and thrive on interaction with their audiences. They are some of the most talented, energetic, animated, and genuine performers you will encounter.
This performance is presented as part of the Folk in Fredonia Music Series, which for more than two decades has been generously sponsored by The Gilman Family. Tickets are $20, $18 (Opera House Members) and $10 (Students) and may be purchased in person at the Opera House Box Office or by phone at 716-679-1891, Tuesday through Friday, noon to 4:30 p.m. They also may be purchased anytime online at www.fredopera.org.
The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center is a member-supported not-for-profit performing arts center with a mission to "present the performing arts for the benefit of our community and region ... providing access to artistic diversity ... and high quality programming at an affordable price."
It is located in Village Hall in downtown Fredonia. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.fredopera.org.