New Hampshire Traditional Arts & Folklife Listing

Rodney Miller New England Music: Fiddler & Instrument Making Description: Rodney Miller is master of New England fiddling, a uniquely American blend of French Canadian and Celtic influences. He has earned a reputation as one of the country’s finest dance fiddlers. Over the past thirty years Miller has toured the United States, Canada, the British Isles, Australia and Denmark. In 1999, he also performed with guitarist and mandolin player David Surette as part of the New Hampshire presentation at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. In July of 2008, Miller performed at the 70th National Folk Festival in Butte, MT and sponsored by the State Arts Council, represented New Hampshire at the Quebec 400 festival. Miller has recorded over ten albums. His recordings Airplang (Rounder Records) and New England Chestnuts (Vol. 1 and 2) have become classics for fiddlers worldwide, and many of his original compositions have gone on to become fiddle tune standards. Rodney’s most recent recording is Spyglass: Waltzes, which he recorded with his daughter, Elvie Miller playing piano and accordion. Rodney was prominently featured in a documentary on contra dance in New England called Together in Time. Rodney is also a gifted instrument maker for Stamell Stringed Instruments. From his workshop in New Hampshire, Rodney crafts individually handmade violins, as well as wonderful student instruments known as the Rodney Miller Series. His violins, violas, and cellos possess a richness and warmth sought out by musicians nationwide. Visit Rodney’s website link below for more information on his recordings and violin making. Preferred activities and age groups: Performances, hands-on workshops in fiddle techniques, repertoire and/or violin making for all ages. Also works with several New England contra dance callers and can do school dances and concerts. Availability: Statewide year round. Fees: Negotiable. Contact Information: 111 Brimstone Corner Rd Antrim, NH 03440 Phone: 603/588-2655 Alt. Phone: 603/588-2655 email: miller@mcttelecom.com website: www.rodneymiller.net Notes: