© lone raven music 2020
"Once Upon A Winter Moon is akin to opening a treasure chest; jewel
after jewel tunbles out"
-Carol Swanson/Christmas Reviews
Craig Markley-piano, accordions, whistles, guitar, percussion, vocal
Kara Markley Sterling-fiddle, keyboard and vocal
Neil Jacobs-12-string guitar, mandocello, tambura, prim
Elizabeth Blickenstaff-fiddle, mandolin, vocal
Liz Fisher-fiddle, keyboard, vocal
The concept for “Once Upon A Winter Moon” was created after the release
of the holiday CD of the same title, and the show has been performing live to
enthusastic audiences ever since. Father/daughter duo Craig and Kara are
joined by an array of talented musicians, including Elizabeth Blickenstaff, Neil
Jacobs, Liz Fisher and special guests.
Imagine yourself in a warm cottage...
on a crisp winter evening. Everyone is sitting at the kitchen table as a
glistening blanket of snow covers the countryside. The fire is crackling,
the kettle boils, and mugs of hot tea are passed around. Someone
begins to play a spirited tune on the fiddle, soon joined by an accordion
and guitar. The floor is cleared for a lively dance. Songs are sung, jokes
and stories drift through the air, and you are lost in the moment.
Welcome to “Once Upon A Winter Moon.” Bring your dancing shoes!
Featuring unique holiday music from around the world, the Lone Raven
Consort enchants audiences with boundless talent and energy. From
peaceful airs to Irish lullabies and invigorating gypsy fiddle tunes, “Once
Upon A Winter Moon” creates lasting memories and fills each listener’s
heart with holiday joy.
Rapidly becoming one of the top bands in the Midwest, Lone Raven
performs an eclectic blend of traditional music from the Celtic lands and
various areas of the world, as well as their own original compositions.
With over 20 instruments on stage, the band soars through everything
from fiery Irish Reels to Gypsy Fiddle Tunes to haunting airs. Their
instrumentals are fueled by the twin fiddles of Elizabeth Blickenstaff
and Kara Markley Sterling, while being driven by an explosive rhythm
section consisting of Craig Markley and the award-winning guitar playing
of Neil Jacobs. In addition, Kara's breathtaking and expressive vocals are
featured throughout each performance, with Elizabeth and Craig adding
the perfect harmony blend.
"From fiery Irish reels to Gypsy fiddle tunes of Romania to haunting airs,
this band does it all and does it well!" -Celtic Roots
Craig Markley-piano, accordions, whistles, guitar, percussion, vocal
Kara Markley Sterling-fiddle, hurdy gurdy, keyboard and vocal
Elizabeth Blickenstaff-fiddle, mandolin, vocal
Neil Jacobs-12-string guitar, mandocello, tambura, prim;
"A musical journey that is, at the same time,
an American creation and a child of the
entire globe"
-Caliban Press
Ohio Arts Professionals Network
fee support artist
