Natalie MacMaster brings Celtic fiddling to pre-St. Paddy’s celebration

Mar 2, 2011

For Immediate Release

Contact: Annie Matlow 464-7071

SPOKANE - Fiery jigs and reels, quieter waltzes, and a full orchestra backup – Natalie MacMaster, continues to delight audiences around the globe with her boundless energy, amazing fiddling, and mesmerizing step dancing. The Spokane Symphony concert that promises to keep listeners feet tapping is March 12, 2011, 8 p.m. at Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox with Resident Conductor Morihiko Nakahara conducting.

One of Canada's most engaging musicians, Grammy-nominated Natalie MacMaster is an electrifying performer of the Cape Breton fiddle. Her majesty with a bow and intricate technique has captivated audiences across the globe. From Bluegrass to Gaelic to New Age, this performer is sure to leave audiences wanting more.

Her signature sound has resonated with world audiences through 10 albums, multiple gold sales figures and 27 years; numerous Juno and East Coast Music Awards; two honorary degrees (from Niagara University, NY, and Trent University) and an honorary doctorate (St. Thomas University); the Order Of Canada for her impressive contribution to Canada’s performing art.

She also has the respect and admiration of the crème de la crème of top-notch musicians: master violinist Mark O’Connor, whose camp MacMaster frequents as a guest instructor; legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma, who recently invited her to prominently participate as a guest performer on his 2008 holiday-themed album Songs Of Joy & Peace; banjo prodigy Béla Fleck; fellow fiddling marvel Alison Krauss; spiritually electrifying superstar guitarist Carlos Santana – the list goes on.

She will be joined by Spokane Symphony Concertmaster Mateusz Wolski, Mac Morin, dancer, piano and keyboard player, a talented Troy, Cape Breton native whose ancestors were noted Cape Breton step dancers and Vince Dittrich on drums for a very special segment of the energy-packed program.

The program includes O’Carolan’s Concerto, Tunes a Plenty, Jesse’s Polka 3 Jigs and many more from the Cape Breton tradition.

Tickets range from $25 to $52 and are available in advance at the Spokane Symphony Ticket Office at Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague, or by calling 509-624-1200. Tickets may be purchased online at www.spokanesymphony.org  Tickets are also available at all TicketsWest outlets or by calling 1-800-325-SEAT

CALENDAR LISTING:

Master Fiddler Natalie MasMaster Pops Concert; Morihiko Nakahara, conductor with the Spokane Symphony; Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 8 p.m. in Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox. Tickets are $25 to $52. Call the Spokane Symphony Ticket Office at (509) 624-1200 or purchase in person at Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague; tickets are also available through TicketsWest outlets or by calling 325-SEAT or 1-800-325-SEAT or online at www.spokanesymphony.org