I'm James Cleveland, a fiddle player and teacher in New York City.
Fiddling looks like a blast, because it is! Whether you are interested in hiring a fiddler for your event, individual lessons, group classes, or just want some good advice, you've come to the right place.
Upcoming Gigs and Sessions
Irish New York: Art, Culture, and the City: Introduction to Irish Music with Anne Johnson, a wonderful singer and whistle player - free with museum admission
Kevin Brooks was a wonderful singer and musician who I knew well and miss.
For a dozen years Kevin Brooks brought together some of the region's best players for a spectacular night of Irish music, to which Kevin contributed with his beautiful voice. We've dedicated this night to Kevin and will make it a new Montauk Club annual tradition.
I’ll be playing with friends of Kevin: Jim O’Dea, Ken Borgeson, Tom Dunne, and many others.
Join us this St. Patrick’s season for a special Open Day with live music and dance, crafts, and a free sampling of our educational offerings.