-March 8th. Franciscan University. Steubenville, OH. 8:00 PM. (Special guest fiddler, the “Pride and Joy” of Steuby and Franciscan U’s very own, Alex Fallon)! -March 9th. St. Leo the Great Church. Amherst, NY. 7:30 PM -March 10th. Buffalo Irish Arts … Continue reading →

Press release and a snippet from his induction speech below. ​The North American Fiddler’s Hall of Fame Museum has announced its NY State Inductee for 2017. To be considered for this honor, candidates are known for promoting, preserving and perpetuating … Continue reading →

A blast from the past and a  trip down memory lane! This tune, “Wheelhoss” is the 2nd fiddle to I ever  learned. Playing here with Delaney Bros. Bluegrass. Miss you Ray.

For all you fiddle enthusiasts out there, I will be one of the clinicians giving workshops this Friday at the North American Fiddlers Hall of Fame Museum. See here for details.

Never get tired of playing this lovely tune. “Ashokan Fairwell” by Jay Unger. Performed with Andrew and Noah VanNorstrand.  

Several CNY and capitol area shows October 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Check schedule for specifics. Hope to see you there!

Come celebrate Dyngus Day! Polkas and pierogies! What else is there? Monday, April 6th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Bluewater Grill 11 W. Genesee Street in beautiful downtown Skaneateles, NY

Joe is offering a fiddle workshop for intermediate fiddlers, hosted by Liz Friedel. The workshop is on Sunday, March 29, 2:00 to 4:00 at 5633 Rte 31, Verona, New York. Preregister now for $40, or $50 the day of the … Continue reading →

Two exciting Ceili Rain shows booked in Pennsylvania the weekend before St. Patrick’s Day (March 14th and 15th). Burt and I are sure to work up some new fiddle and pipe medleys! Visit www.ceilirain.com for details!