About: Dynamic fiddle-cello duo, Jocelyn Pettit and Ellen Gira return to the Barns of Rose Hill once again! After meeting in Scotland in 2018, Pettit and Gira joined musical forces, and have since been gracing stages and captivating audiences in both North America and the UK.
Fusing traditional and contemporary influences, the duo creates powerfully uplifting and soulful music. Their instruments weave a rhythmically driving and textured sound, with nuanced fiddle-cello interplay through delicate and fortissimo arrangements. They impart life and fire on their own original melodies, as well as high-energy tunes from Scotland, Ireland, North America, and Scandinavia. Interweaving vocal harmonies and lively stepdancing into their live performances, Pettit and Gira come together to create a spirited listening experience. Their debut duo album, All It Brings, was released in July 2022.
From the West Coast of Canada, Jocelyn Pettit is a vibrant fiddle player, stepdancer, and singer. With grace and passion, she has delighted audiences and ignited stages across Canada and worldwide, appeared on national television and radio, and released two multi-award-nominated albums.
From the East Coast of the USA, Ellen Gira is an accomplished cellist who has performed throughout North America and the UK. She has collaborated and recorded with numerous acclaimed traditional musicians, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Scottish Music at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
Date & Time: Saturday, September 9, 2023. Doors open at 6:00 PM and the concert starts at 7:00 PM.
Ticket Price: All tickets are general admission. $20 in advance until 3:00 PM on the day of event. $25 at the door. Children 12 years and below are free when accompanied by an adult.
Ticket Information: Reserve tickets online or by calling the Barns of Rose Hill Box Office at 540-955-2004 (Noon to 3:00 PM – Tuesday through Saturday). When our Box Office is closed, please leave a message. All ticket sales are final; no exceptions.
Program Sponsors: We extend our special thanks to Tom Cammack of Sheridan-MacMahon Realtors, as well as Chip and Cathy MccConville for sponsoring this program!