Bio

A strong voice in the preservation of Old Time Canadian and Down East Fiddling, Stacey has performed for over 30 years; her first recitals at the tender age 4. A graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, she is a recognized national competitor having placed in the Top 5 at The Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Championships in past years. A consummate educator, she teaches over 45 students from her studio in Sackville, New Brunswick. Stacey created The New Brunswick Old Time Fiddle Co. to encourage and encompass her students and their projects, from tours to dances, workshops and recordings.

Residency Project

The residency work I do is centered on developing a musical identity for each student, while teaching skills and measured learning process that comes with fiddle. At the end of the residency, they see their transition to a musician, and they can see and know on a deep level the path from practice to achievement in a measurable way. This is an extreme confidence builder for children. They understand that fiddle is complicated, but when broken down in small ways it is possible to learn and to excel. I never dismiss the amount of work it requires, but still children gravitate towards the instrument; loved the world over. It's a joyful genre of music centered in Canadiana, Old Time, Celtic and Acadian roots here in New Brunswick. I introduce all styles as well as the history and lore of the instrument. My work is centered in small to medium group sizes and culminates with a performance or show where the students can share their skills and be inspired by others. Fiddle at all ages is about community and once a child learns the beginning steps, they are joining a large and supportive network that will become a source of joy for years to come.

Teaching Experience

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