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
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The longest running open session! I’m hosting this week, with Eileen McLain on fiddle as the guest. Stop by for some tunes!
Live music and dance, and a sampling of class performances. The band will play, too.
Join me and Ken Borgeson (guitar) for a slow session open to all instruments. FREE
Afterward stay for the regular open session led by some of New York’s finest traditional musicians.