Fiddling phenoms, ice cream, close Factory Ct. series

Ryan Thomson and his son, Brennish. (Courtesy photo)

ROCHESTER - Local fiddler extraordinaire Ryan Thomson and his son, Brennish, will appear to close out the 2015 downtown lunchtime concerts as "The Fiddling Thomsons" today in Central Square in downtown Rochester.

Concertgoers are asked to bring a chair and buy or bring a lunch to enjoy a musical performance in the heart of downtown Rochester. As a special addition, this year's final concert will take place in the refurbished Central Square at the foot of the statue of Parson Main.

Ryan and Brennish perform lively tunes on many different instruments. They are available for performances and educational workshops. On You Tube (search for - "Fiddling Thomsons." Winners - Twin Fiddle award, Lowell National Historic Park!)

Together, they play twin fiddles, wooden spoons, Zydeco rub-board, jaw harp, Cajun box drum, rhythm bones, mandolin, banjo, accordion, flute, foot percussion, piano, Cajun triangle, pennywhistle, and other folk instruments.

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and a grant from the NH State Council On The Arts/National Endowment For The Arts, the Factory Court Brown Bag concerts have been held on Fridays from 11:45 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

This is the final performance of the season.

There will also be an Old Fashion Ice cream Social from 11:15-11:45 a,m, for a donation of $3.

In case of inclement weather the concerts are canceled. Free parking nearby is available at the North Main, Union, and Congress Street Parking lots. For more information please contact the Rochester Main Street office by calling 603-330-3208 or emailing director@rochestermainstreet.org.