Meet Michael & Jessie
Meet Michael & Jessie
We're just two high school sweethearts with a love for music! We perform traditional folk music from the Bavarian and Austrian alpine regions in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Michael's main instrument is the Steirische Harmonika (also known as a Button Box in the United States). His love for Bavarian culture and music came from growing up in Alt Washingtonia Schuhplattler Verein - a Bavarian dance group that performs at various Oktoberfest and Maifest in DC, MD, and VA. He has been playing the Steirische for over 15 years.
Jessie's main instrument is the clarinet though she will also break out the bass clarinet! Beyond sharing her musical talent in this dynamic duo, she also shares her passion for music as a middle school band teacher.
We hope to have the opportunity to share our music with you soon at one of our public events or at your own fest!
Interested in seeing, joining, or hiring Bavarian dancers in the DC metro area?
Check out: http://www.altwashingtonia.com/
Interested in learning more about Bavarian culture in America?
Check out: https://www.gauverband.com/