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The Vermont Fiddle Orchestra is…

a community orchestra based in central Vermont, playing traditional and new fiddle and dance tunes from Scandinavia, the British Isles, Maritime Canada, Quebec, New England, Appalachia and beyond. Open to musicians of all skill levels and most instruments, we play for the joy of this rich and diverse repertoire. 

We have 2 sessions a year: September – December and January – April. In each session we have approximately 12 weekly rehearsals followed by a public concert.

Rehearsals began on Wednesday, January 21st at 6:15 pm at the Capital City Grange, 6612 VT Route 12, Berlin, VT.

Spring 2026

The Vermont Fiddle Orchestra (VFO) will take the stage at the Chandler Center for the Arts on Sunday, April 12th at 4:00 PM. The orchestra will perform tunes from Scotland, Ireland, Scandinavia and Appalachia, as well as a Sephardic waltz, two tunes composed by Peter Macfarlane, and a haunting air composed by Peter’s wife, Viveka Fox. Additionally, the concert will feature performances by three smaller ensembles of orchestra members, one of which is composed of members who have attained the lofty status of octogenarian.

The VFO is delighted to once again be led by Peter Macfarlane as Music Director and Susan Reid as Assistant Music Director. Admission is by donation. The VFO is grateful for its generous sponsors: Vermont Violins, Vermont Mutual Insurance Company and Northfield Savings Bank.

In the summer we often play smaller gigs at farmer’s markets, fairs, and the like. See Upcoming performances.

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For videos of other recent concerts, see the History page.

If you have any questions, please send an email to info@vermontfiddleorchestra.org or call Joanne (VFO Manager) at 802-229-4191.

Thanks! to the following organizations for generous grants:

 Vermont Mutual Insurance Group

Vermont Violins

 City of Montpelier Community Fund Grant

 Northfield Savings Bank

Hunger Mountain Co-op