The Fiddle Club
The Fiddle Club, coordinated by Dr. May Strange, performs three programs a year in March, September and December in libraries and various venues in South Jersey. The group is multi-generational, made up of professional musicians and talented students consisting of violins, viola, cello, bass and guitar. Our shows are free, and all are welcome.
Check out some of our latest performances on our YOUTUBE channel: MUSIC STUDIO LINWOOD
Hire a Musician
Looking for musicians for a special occasion or event in South Jersey? Our MUSIC STUDIO QUARTET members are Dr. May Strange (violin), Alex Mazak (violin), Yoon Yon (viola) & Dr. Kevin Hunter (cello). We can provide solo, duo, trio or quartet for weddings, parties and corporate functions. We play a variety of classical, movie themes, Broadway, Klezmer, Irish and modern popular music.
We have a formal concert sponsored by the Ocean City Arts Center for our quartet, Jean Kibler on piano and dance instructor Edward Fischer and his ballroom dancers. The event will take place at the Ocean City High School on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 2:00.
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Lessons
Traditional one on one instruction has always been a successful way to teach music. The weekly lesson can create a bond between teacher and student that will encourage excellent study habits, focus, and discipline. With these skills, the student can become an excellent musician as well as become very successful in other career choices. Playing with others is a wonderful way to keep the motivation going and develops life long skills by listening to others as well as becoming a team player. It is also a lot of fun and builds confidence.
If you are interested in private lessons on violin, viola, cello, or bass, contact Dr. May Strange at [email protected].
Dr. Cheryl May Strange
Dr. May Strange has a Doctorate degree in Music Education from Columbia University, a Masters in Performance from Temple University and a Bachelor of Music from Indiana University. Dr. May started playing the violin professionally with the Ocean City Pops while in college and then had the opportunity to play in the Atlantic City casinos for Showroom Headliners such as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Cher, Diana Ross, Dolly Parton and many more. Dr. May was the owner and director of the Music Studio in Linwood for 27 years. The Studio had nine other instructors and provided lessons for many successful young men and women. She also taught Music Appreciation courses at Atlantic Cape Community College. Presently, Dr. May continues to perform and teach and enjoys being the director of the Fiddle Club of Linwood as well as a member of the Music Studio Quartet.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, October 17th 2:00 Ocean City High School The Ocean City Arts Center presents the Music Studio Quartet with Jean Kibler on piano. The first half of the program is classical music and the second half will feature Ballroom dance tunes with live dancers with dance instructor Edward Fischer.
Fiddle Club Holiday Concert 2026 Saturday, December 12th 2:00 Avalon Free Public Library 235 32nd St., Avalon, NJ 08202
Fiddle Club Holiday Concert 2026 Saturday, December 19th 2:00 Union Hall, Dividing Creek 904 Main St., Port Norris, NJ 08349
Fiddle Club Irish Concert 2027 Saturday, March 13th 2:00 Union Hall, Dividing Creek 904 Main St., Port Norris, NJ 08349
Fiddle Club Irish Concert 2027 Wednesday, March 17th 6:00-8:00 Cardinal Restaurant 201 S. New York Ave., Atlantic City, NJ 08401
News
Bram's Violin – A Story of Memory, Music & Hope
Dr. May will be the violinist playing for the Bram's Violin. Join us for a powerful evening with author David Groen as he shares the extraordinary true story of his uncle's violin, returned to the family 76 years after the Holocaust. Through inspiring storytelling and a moving live performance on the restored violin itself, this unforgettable program honors resilience, remembrance, and the triumph of the Jewish spirit.
- Location: Chabad Chai Center, 6605 Atlantic Ave, Ventnor, NJ
- Donation: $18 per person
- Refreshments: Light refreshments served
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