Kenny Jackson

Pittsboro, NC & Online

" Study old-time fiddling with me."

Services: Fiddle

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The fiddle music that I teach is rooted mostly in the traditional styles of old-time players from the southeastern US, especially the Appalachian region. I have learned first hand during visits with elder masters, from countless hours of listening to old field recordings, and over many years of playing at fiddler's conventions, on back porches, and in kitchen sessions.

I have performed at major folk and trad music festivals, and on radio and television broadcasts in the US and overseas, including A Prairie Home Companion. With the many concerts, dances, and other venues where I’ve also played, I guess you could say that I have gotten around a good bit with my music.

For better than 25 years, I’ve enjoyed sharing my knowledge of traditional music with aspiring old-time fiddlers. I teach private students both online and in my home studio, and also at workshops and music camps around the country.

Student Recommendations

  • Fred L. December 23, 2010

    "I have been taking lessons w Kenny for less than a year and I notice and my family notices a tremendous improvement and advance in my playing Ken has taught me that the rhythm is truly in the bow We have done 5 -6 or mode songs from Old Joe Clark - Booth, Western Counrtry ... We have done bow variations in several of these songs to teach me the rhythm is in the bow I am getting it and having fun getting there. Fred"