Traditional Irish fiddle soloist specializing in Celtic, Steampunk, Renaissance, and Fairy festivals! Celtic-themed weddings, and catered event entertainment. See profile for audio and video performance samples.
Keith Engle plays traditional Irish fiddle music, focusing on the music as it was played in an isolated region of Ireland called Sliabh Luachra in the 1800s. He has been playing for over 20 years, and travels to Ireland frequently to immerse himself in the style and perform. He has performed at the World Fiddle Day Scartaglin festival and Scully's Fest in County Cork, as well as at numerous Historical Heritage, Celtic, Renaissance, and Steampunk festivals from Boston to New Orleans
16 reviews
Chenika J.
March 20, 2026Keith Engle’s Irish fiddle playing is nothing short of captivating. From the first note, he brings a rich authenticity and energy that instantly transports listeners to the heart of traditional Irish music. Overall, Keith Engle delivers an engaging and memorable musical experience. His talent, combined with his evident love for Irish fiddle, makes him a joy to listen to and a standout performer in the genre.
Hired as: Celtic Music
Cindy W.
March 22, 2024Keith was great - very responsive and arrived on time great music and highly recommend for any event!
Hired as: Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Jean S.
March 7, 2024Keith is an outstanding Irish Fiddler. We enjoyed his performance. His superb playing and very warm personality made the crowd feel comfortable to ask questions and really enjoy all he had to offer. He came impeccably dressed in a leather kilt and classic Irish footwear for the occasion and transported us to Ireland.
Thanks Keith. The knowledge you about your work was phenomenal.
Hired as: Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Drew R.
September 24, 2023Keith/Sasanach was an early arrival and played tunes with me and my partner host, Mark. When the other participants (10) showed up, Keith led a 2-hour session with great playing and historical talk on Irish trad music. We all had a fine time and Mark provided a delicious meal and his large living room. Other folks brought food, too, and we all had a fine time.
Would definitely recommend Keith as a session leader. Mark and I plan to repeat this event sometime next year. Thanks Keith!
Hired as: Celtic Music, Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Thomas H.
September 22, 2023Very talented musician. His traditional fiddle playing and style is beautiful. Professional, sympathetic and communicative - would definitely hire him again.
Hired as: Celtic Music, Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 360 minutes
I play Irish dance tunes on the fiddle; jigs, reels, hornpipes, slides, polkas, and waltzes. I can play solo, or I can bring along an accompanist playing bodhran (Irish drum). On stage, I play high energy music, and; if the venue wishes, provide educational historical context for the role of Irish music and culture in European and American history in between tunes, or tell fantasy stories from the Irish tradition. In a dinner party type environment, I can provide background music for up to four hours.
I can play in Renaissance/Fantasy or Steampunk costume, or modern clothing with a kilt.
I am available for group and private workshops on Irish fiddle for beginner/intermediate players.
Keith Engle, aka The Sasanach, has been playing traditional Irish fiddle music for over a decade. He has played at festivals, weddings, catered dinners, themed feasts, and pub gigs throughout the mid-Atlantic and New England regions. He is available to travel virtually anywhere.
Keith recorded his first CD, Tip the Fiddler, in 2010.
His 2015 CD, The Fiddle of Mischief, reflects his decision to focus on the Sliabh Luachra style of Irish fiddle.
Unamplified, my fiddle carries for quite a distance. Sound amplification is also available using my equipment or yours.
I have an extensive repertoire of Irish tunes, which can be augmented with medieval and Christmas tunes, as well as just about anything for which a recording exists. I even know tunes from The Legend of Zelda!
Matt Cranitch, Jackie Daly, Padraig O'Keefe, Denis Murphy, Julia Clifford, Donna Long, Liz Kane, Emma O'Leary, Martin Mulvihill, Eoin O'Sullivan, Dan Curtin, Patrick Orceau
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Celtic Music
