Each year Centrum Arts Organization hosts the Festival of American Fiddle Tunes, a weeklong celebration of fiddle music in its various forms. Through a half dozen concerts and a workshop attended by over three hundred musicians, the event brings together masters fiddle players from all over North America to explore the rich and varied traditions of fiddle playing in America. Cajun, Old Time, Irish, Scottish, Apalacia, Acadian. There are few forms of American traditional music that haven't been influenced by the fiddle.

I was hired on to document the event. For three days I photographed the concerts, workshops and late night jam sessions. It was an amazing experience, to be surrounded by people with so much passion for the music. Most participants said they wouldn't miss it for the world. Some admitted saving all year just to attend the event, their only holiday they allow themselves to take. For more information on the event, visit www.centrumarts.org