Farewell, Big Nick

Nick wasn't a regular attendee of the Maryland festival, but in little ways his influence and friendship has inspired many of its performers over the years. He was the author of "Hellship", performed by the Pyrates Royale on Lyve at First Night, and "Hot Meat" performed on rare occasion by me at gatherings of MDRF fans and once or twice the old cast talent show (never in front of patrons).

He also taught me to dance solo Morris jigs and helped greatly in the process of turning faireraven from a violinist into a fine fiddler. Either of those not there and there would have been no Cat & Fiddle Morris...

I fine member of the DC and international folk music community.  We will miss him greatly.

"You know Nick, this is an acquired taste."

"Yes son, it's one worth acquiring."