By-The-Canal Fiddle Camp
The Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Association holds a fiddle camp every summer, known as the By-The-Canal Fiddle Camp. The camp is held at the RCMP Campsite, Long Island Locks, Manotick, Ontario, 10 kilometers south of Ottawa.
Our fiddle camp is designed for fiddlers and pianists to learn old time tunes and piano accompaniment. The emphasis is on playing by ear; however, some music is available.
This is an opportunity to learn from some of the best musicians in Canada in a relaxed setting where we want you to have fun while you learn. If you love traditional fiddling and have a basic knowledge of playing, this camp is for you. Piano players should have a basic knowledge of piano and chords.
We have classes for everyone, young and old, and for all levels of playing.
2010 Camp Information
By-The-Canal Fiddle Camp dates are: Sun., August 22 to Thurs., August 26, 2010.
Camp registration is now open. See Camp Info - Registration Form
2010 Instructors will be: Brian Hebert, Kimberley Holmes, Geoff Horrocks, Mathew Johnson, Troy MacGillivray, Terri-Lynn Mahusky, Gordon Stobbe, Shane Cook, Kelli Trottier, Jacinthe Trudeau and Calvin Vollrath.
Fiddlers at the 2006 camp. Photo by Lois Siegel
For general information about the By-The-Canal Fiddle Camp or to be placed on the mailing list, please contact: Ron Bourque
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Camp Photos
All class photos were taken by Lois Siegel.
2009 Fiddle Camp class photo.
2008 Fiddle Camp class photo.
2007 Fiddle Camp class photo.
2006 Fiddle Camp class photo.