Rachel Amov, Southern California
Celtic fiddle, Klezmer fire
Rachel brings the lilt of the Celtic isles and the wild passion of Eastern Europe to concert stages, Renaissance faires, weddings and festivals throughout Southern California. She also teaches private violin and piano.
Two traditions, one bow
I play Celtic and Jewish folk, and I love the combination of Klezmer, Polka, rock, or Latin rhythms.— SoCalFiddler
Play and teach
Performing and teaching
Performance
From Faerie Glen to Full Band
Rachel performs as a soloist, as an accompanist to the San Diego Storytellers, and as fiddler for The Electrocarpathians, a band that has been marrying Klezmer, polka and Czardas to classic rock and Latin music since 1988. Her violin has also cast its spell over Renaissance Faires and Faerie Festivals for years.
Teaching
Violin and piano lessons
Rachel’s teaching rests on rigorous classical training and a lifelong devotion to folk music. Her students build genuine technique while learning music they are eager to play, from a Bach minuet to a rollicking Irish reel.`
Recordings
Take the Music Home
A limited number of CDs by Glancing Love, Rachel’s former Celtic faerie ensemble, are still available. Ask for one after a performance or send a note to claim a copy.
Bring live fiddle to your celebration
Reserve a date for your faire, festival, wedding or private event, or arrange lessons for yourself or your child.