Fiddlestix

Expecting a Fiddlestix show to captivate and intrigue is what this talented and energetic five-piece group has set as their standard for over ten years, and is more true today than ever before. The music, original as it truly is, combines elements of Great Big Sea, Charlie Daniels, Spirit of The West, The Dixie Dreggs, Bella Fleck and many more. Enforced by high energy, exciting performances and fueled by spectacular electric violin melodies, the music is a crowd pleaser for all ages. Boasting one of Canada's most exciting electric fiddlers Steve Bowen, Fiddlestix also comprises Guitarist/Vocalist Nancy Cipollone, Bassist Carly Hoffman, Keyboardist Jeff Blake and Drummer/Vocalist, Sam Cino. Returning to Canada in early 2007, following an extensive five year tour of South-East Asia, Fiddlestix has created a busy tour schedule for themselves. The band has since released four independent CD's and are currently in the final mastering stage for their new Original CD. Over the past year they have been involved with RBC Canada and the Olympics, CityTV, Breakfast Television, Cogeco Television, multiple radio stations and local festivals throughout the GTA. Fiddlestix hosted a New Year's Eve gala event, and recently won the Y108 Rock n Roll Challenge regionals. They also appear weekly at various pubs and clubs around Ontario. With an arsenal of styles from celtic, bluegrass, rock, classical, pop, blues and even jazz, the bands talent and reputable career has enabled this group to travel to the farthest parts of the globe performing thousands of shows at a multitude of events including performances for International Embassies and Chamber of Commerce. Fiddlestix is Ontario’s premier Fiddle Rock Show,known for their captivating energy on stage and their extraordinary musicianship featuring Steve Bowen.