Jeff has been playing violin since the age of seven. Suzuki trained, he played through high school, focused on classical repertoire, eventually playing with the Cleveland Symphony Youth Orchestra in the late ‘80s.
While Jeff always enjoyed classical music, he was enthralled with a Tommy Makem performance at an Irish Festival. The unique ornamentation and lilt of Irish tunes had stuck with him ever since.
Fast forward 25 years… Jeff dusted off his violin, determined that he would finally play Irish music. Jeff began performing locally with native Irish talent in Ballybeg Banter. It was during this period that he also learned mandolin, guitar, and bit of bodhran.
In 2019, Jeff joined The Pints where he performs on mandolin, fiddle, and vocals. His musical experience now spans Irish, French Canadian, Bluegrass and American folk music.
