Julie Fitzgerald

Weddings: As a soloist or group, I can provide music for weddings (ie as bride/groom walk down the aisles, during the signings, entrance/exit music). I can learn specific songs/tunes ahead of time, but also have a vast list of tunes appropriate for the specific event. Can provide music for the dinner/after party. Celtic and country-themed music are my main styles, but can also provide swing/jazz music. Can provide minimal sound gear if needed.

Corporate Events/Festivals: As a soloist or group, I can put together a show based on the length of show, and the appropriate style for the occasion (ie upbeat, entertaining vs background music, or slower paced music). I also step dance and play the piano so there is lots of variety that can be provided! Can provide minimal sound gear if needed.

Workshops: I will lead classes for beginners, intermediate and advance musicians and dancers (individual classes or for large school groups). Length: 45min - 1.5hr workshops, will cater the class to children, teens or adults.

If you are looking for a group, I have lots of musicians I work with and can put together the best group for your event. I work a lot with my 2 siblings as 'The Fitzgeralds' and we perform together professionally. We play a lot of weddings, festivals, theatre shows, and corporate gigs together and are very well experienced in the music field. Just ask us what you require and we won't disappoint!

Julie Fitzgerald is an accomplished fiddle player and step dancer from Bancroft, Ontario. She is a 2-Time Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Champion, as well as 2-Time Open Step Dance Champion. Since her early days of old-time fiddle, she has diversified and become an accomplished fiddle player of many styles. She is a member of the family group "Everything Fitz: The Fitzgerald Family."

Julie has been in high demand for both her fiddling and dancing as a performer in various groups across North America. She has had the opportunity to perform internationally with many of her lifelong musical 'idols' including Leahy, Natalie MacMaster, Cherish the Ladies, Dreamers' Circus, members of Stepcrew & Bowfire,Troy MacGillivray and Wayne Rostad. While touring with The StepCrew, Julie has also had the opportunity to share the stage with Sharon Shannon, We Banjo 3, Carlos Nunez, Solas, and Eileen Ivers.

Julie just graduated from Humber College (Toronto) for the Bachelor of Music program. Julie’s love of passing on the Canadian traditional music and dance led to the creation of her first (and certainly not the last!) instructional step dance DVD. Whenever she is taking a break from touring, Julie teaches private dance and fiddle lessons to students in the Peterborough area. She also enjoys teaching at music camps, including the Leahy Music Camp (Lakefield, ON). Because of her experience as a touring musician, she realizes how many people across North America are introduced to, and interested in learning more, about Canadian step dancing. In response to this observation, she is now offering online step dance instruction directly off of her website!

Julie’s innovation and passion for performing and teaching Canadian step dancing and fiddling will keep your toes tapping, your brain working, and keep you smiling!

Can provide minimal sound if needed.

For a soloist, would require a small sound system (if the room is large enough that sound is required), consisting of 2 speakers, microphone (stand/cables as well).

For duo would require a small sound system (if the room is large enough that sound is required), consisting of 2 speakers, 2 microphones (stand/cables as well), 1 monitor, either 1 DI and a keyboard (cables as well) OR 1 DI (for guitar)

For trio would require a small sound system (if the room is large enough that sound is required), consisting of 2 speakers, 3 microphones (stand/cables as well), 2 monitors, 1 DI and a keyboard (cables as well), 1 DI and cables (for guitar).