This jam brings together folks to play music of various old-time repertoire and traditions. Though mostly centered around the Southern Appalachian region, in recent years artists from both sides of the Atlantic and beyond like Black Twig Pickers, Rhiannon Giddens with Francesco Turrisi, Anna & Elizabeth, and many more have demonstrated how old-time can exist and evolve in modern times. This music is most commonly played on acoustic guitars, banjos, and fiddles, however, all instruments are welcome. You are unique and special, come make music with us!

Caleb James Hall

CLAWHAMMER BANJO, FIDDLE*

Caleb James Hall (he/him/his) has a Bachelor of Music from Metropolitan State University of Denver. He has a deep love for American old-time music, which has led him to lead jams, participate in fiddle conventions, and support the old-time music scene in Denver. His teaching style caters to each student’s interests, goals, and skill levels, with a focus on developing strong aural skills. A gifted fiddler, Caleb specializes in the instrument’s folk and regional traditions which are most often learned by ear while utilizing different bowing and fretting hand techniques than students might encounter during classical training.

Caleb has played in many bands including Fiction is Fun, Champagne Charlie, Hang Rounders, and 10 Cents & a Broken Pick.

Looking for private lessons with Caleb? Click HERE for lesson availability at Yale and HERE for lesson availability online. To request an online lesson during Caleb's Yale availability, please contact the Front Desk - 303-777-1003 or info@swallowhillmusic.org.

*Caleb does not teach fiddle online. To view other instructors that teach fiddle online, click here.

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