Don Roy Ensemble will perform Jan. 7 at UMA

AUGUSTA — The “Concerts at Jewett” series, sponsored by University of Maine at Augusta College of Arts and Sciences and UMA Senior College, will feature the Don Roy Ensemble Sunday, Jan. 7, at 2 p.m. at the University of Maine Augusta Jewett Auditorium, 46 University Drive. (Snow date, Jan. 14). The Ensemble includes Don and Cindy Roy and Jay Young.

Don Roy is a champion fiddler with depth in many styles of fiddling. Hailing from roots deep in the Maritimes and Quebec, his musical passion lies with the French Canadian tradition followed closely by Celtic music. He is the conductor of Fiddle-icious — a diverse group of Maine fiddlers and other musicians.

Cindy Roy is well known for her step-dancing piano accompaniment. Her rhythmic feet add life and enthusiasm to the music. Jay Young plays upright bass and has been accompanying the Roys for more than 25 years. The ensemble will be joined by a duo of young fiddlers. Ten-year-old Ellie Arnott and her 12-year-old brother, Rossby Arnott, are from Otisfield.

Admission is $10; students $5, 12 and younger, free. Tickets are available at Pat’s Pizza in Augusta, Dave’s Appliance in Winthrop and at the door. Call 207-621-3551, or email umasc@maine.edu for more information or for mail-order tickets.

The next concert will be held Sunday, Feb. 11, at 2 p.m. featuring the Augusta Symphony Orchestra Ensembles (Snow date, Feb. 25.)

The Don Roy Ensemble, from left, Don and Cindy Roy with Jay Young. Submitted photo