New York State

Old Tyme Fiddlers’ Association

and the

North American Fiddlers’

Hall of Fame and Museum

DEDICATED TO THE  PRESERVATION, PERPETUATION,

AND PROMOTION OF THE TRADITION OF

OLD TYME FIDDLING IN AMERICA

The New York State Old Tyme Fiddlers' Association (NYSOTFA) exists for those who enjoy playing, dancing and just listening to old time fiddle music and have an interest in helping to preserve old time fiddle music.

Many opportunities are available for the general public, as well as members, of all levels of expertise, to play or participate in fiddling events. 

Throughout the summer beginning in May are weekly Sunday afternoon free concerts in the Fiddlers' Pavilion at the North American Fiddlers’ Hall of Fame and Museum in Osceola, New York (along with jam sessions on the grounds).  Kids' Kamp is also held in August each year.

There are also special events planned during the year, some of which include:  The Snow Deer Festival and the Spring Fling, both designed to get people out to play the music they miss in the winter; The Annual Fiddlers’ Picnic Festival in July which showcases star and amateur fiddlers, along with workshops; and closing out the summer season is the Roger Thesier House Party.

NYSOTFA chapters meet together in their own regions all year and have jam session and performances.

An important part of the promotion of this music is the general public which is also encouraged to attend all of the concerts and specials; to participate wherever possible and to become a member.

With your membership to the NYSOTFA you will receive monthly newsletters with the details of all of these events, plus news of the organization..

Some NYSOTFA events made possible in part by public funds

from the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency.

ABOUT US -- 

THE NYSOTFA