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I must say that the group is unbelievably professional, and the young man that plays mandolin is the best I've ever seen.~ Phil Leese
These kids have a great future ahead of them. Their stage presence was amazing and their musicianship, simply superb. ~Sam Houston
I have the best wishes for them also. BRC is proud to add their music. ~Janice
Certainly this trio is talent times more than three! And their future is filled with harmony! These three young people have a tighter show and better professionalism than many adults who perform! Super! ~Janine
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The Cats and the Fiddler
"I hope these kids don't put us into early retirement."
~Jamie Dailey of Dailey and Vincent
“Cats and the Fiddler, although only teenagers, perform and play like seasoned veterans. They are truly mind blowing pickers, playing original songs and harmonizing beautifully. If they keep it up at this pace,
they will be a band to be reckoned with in the Bluegrass World!!!"
~Michael Hearne (Nashville TN, Taos NM)
“Certainly a group to watch. Their unique material and well-crafted singing and playing sets them apart from many of the other talented bluegrass youth bands today." ~Pete Wernick, (aka Dr. Banjo), Author, Songwriter and Premier Banjo Player; former president of IBMA
"Amazing skill and performance maturity. The audience at the Oakland Community College bluegrass concert gave them rousing applause throughout their showcase." ~ Tom Laing of Oakland Community College Bluegrass Concert Series
“Great Picking!” Rhonda Vincent, IBMA award-winning artist
"I had a chance to catch the band when it performed during the Detroit Music Awards in April at the Fillmore Detroit, and the performance was breathtaking. Every note was played with precision, and the songs were rich with perfect harmonies "
~Rachel May, Detroit Free Press, December, 2009
"Although its members are just in their early teens, Cats & the Fiddler has already achieved a remarkable skill level and should definiitely look forward to a promising career in music ". ~Bluegrass Unlimited, August 2009
"Fresh Sounds in the World of Bluegrass" ~ IBMA Vol. 24, No. 1,
January/Febuary 2009
2009 IBMA Songwriters Showcase Selection- "Old Noah"
2009 First Place Winners: Huron Valley's Got Talent
2008 First Place Winners: Elederly Instruments Battle of the High School Bands.
2005 First Place Winners: Meijer Kid Talent Quest