Fiddle Fandemonium 3

Richard Wood Live! will present Fiddle Fandemonium 3 on June 6 at Centre 150 in Summerside. This high-energy show brings together five dynamic fiddlers and five distinct styles in a rare performance inspired by the popular songwriters’ circle format—with fiddlers taking the lead, sharing tunes, stories, and styles.

Joining PEI fiddler Richard Wood on stage are fiddle masters Ivan Hicks, Tim Chaisson, Karine Gallant, and Melissa Gallant. Together, they’ll explore five fiddle styles—Old Tyme, Acadian, Irish, Scottish, and Cape Breton—celebrating the deep roots and exciting evolution of traditional music across the East Coast and beyond.

Supporting this lineup are musicians Kimberley Holmes and Vivian Hicks on piano, and Brent Chaisson on guitar. The evening also shines a spotlight on Samuel Stretch, the inaugural recipient of the Wood Family Fiddle Scholarship, and features energetic dance performances by Isla Rousseaux-Bridle and Alexis MacLaren.

Centre 150 is a fully accessible, soft-seat theatre with free parking. Audience members can also enjoy an onsite treat from Holman’s Ice Cream Truck (try the Richard Wood Twist). Artist merchandise will be available for sale, and there will be a 50/50 draw with proceeds supporting the Wood Family Fiddle Scholarship at Holland College.

Fiddle Fandemonium is an annual celebration of culture, creativity, and community. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Show time is 7:30 pm. Advance tickets for general seating are available at square.link, or call 902-330-3293. E-transfer payments can be sent to richardwoodlive@hotmail.com. Remaining seats will be available at the door. Hotel, dinner, and show packages are available—visit rwood.ca for more information.