Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas May 6, 2007

Master Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser (FRA zhur), long regarded as one of Scotland's premier musical ambassadors, presents the music of his homeland with unsurpassed eloquence, passion and energy. Hes coming to Williamsburg to link bows with vibrant young cellist Natalie Haas in an exciting weave of rocking, reeling rhythms, poignant melodies and exquisite musicianship. Fraser and Haas will perform in concert at the Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland Street, on Sunday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets for the concert are $20 for adults, $15 for students with ID and $10 for those under 16. After May 5, tickets are $25 for adults, $18 with student ID and $12 for those under 16. They can be reserved with a credit card by calling (757) 259-4070. This is another in the librarys Dewey Decibel Concert Series.

The duo of Fraser and Haas has created a buzz among Celtic music lovers at festivals and concerts across the U.S. and Europe. Their performances have been featured on nationally broadcast radio programs, including The Thistle & Shamrock and Mountain Stage. This is their first appearance at the Williamsburg Library.

Alasdair has been a major force behind the resurgence of traditional Scottish fiddling in his homeland and the U.S., inspiring legions of listeners and learners through his recordings, annual fiddle camps and concerts. His richly expressive playing transports listeners across a broad musical spectrum, ranging from haunting laments from the Gaelic tradition to classically styled airs, raucous dance tunes and improvisations based on traditional themes. His vast repertoire spans several centuries of Scottish music and includes his own compositions, which blend a profound understanding of the Scottish tradition with cutting-edge musical explorations. He weaves through his performances a warm and witty narrative, drawing from a deep well of stories and lore surrounding Scotland's musical heritage.

Vibrant young cellist Natalie Haas is already a seasoned performer, recording artist and teacher. A California native and a recent Julliard School graduate, Natalie has toured extensively with Mark O'Connor as a member of his Appalachia Waltz Trio, and toured and recorded with fiddler Natalie MacMaster. She teaches private workshops at various fiddle camps and at the Berklee College of Music in Boston.

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