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TEEN Fiddle COVER-BAND DUO

IMPRESSIVE 100+ COVER SONGS 300 LIVE PERFORMANCES
15 GENRES OF CHART-TOPPER HITS

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ABOUT US

In December 2014, Ari heard Carol of the Bells, and that Christmas, we took him to see Trans-Siberian Orchestra. The following year, Ari turned six and asked for a violin for his birthday. He told us, in his own words, that he wanted a violin because of how expressive the instrument was—and he never imagined it could be blended with both classical and rock music. Ari began taking violin lessons at age 10.

He quickly surpassed others in his age group, and his teacher was so impressed with his progress that two years later, she enrolled him in the Western Open Fiddle Championships in Redding, California. To compete, Ari had to learn two sets of three songs. He spent the next six months memorizing and practicing those sets.

Five days before the competition, 10-year-old Aven voiced his frustration that only Ari was enrolled. “I can play too,” he said, picking up Ari’s violin. Prior to that moment, Aven had never played the violin. Knowing how difficult the instrument is, we tried not to laugh—but true to Aven’s determined nature, he began playing all six songs from both sets, purely from memory. He had learned them just by listening to his brother practice over the previous weeks.

We were stunned. Dad immediately called Ari’s teacher and asked her to listen over the phone. Thinking it was Ari playing, she was thrilled with “his” progress—until we told her it was Aven. You can imagine her shock.

On the day of the competition, we surprised Aven with a violin of his own, registered him for the competition as well, and both boys competed in their respective age group.

Ari placed 5th. Aven—who had never even held a violin before, placed 7th, only because he didn’t yet know how to properly hold the bow or violin. That performance earned them invitations to local fairs and festivals like the Colusa County Fair, Colusa Holiday Craft Faire, Marysville Peach Festival, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Tachi Palace & Resort, the historic Whisky a Go Go, and more.

Aven has a learning disability and often wrestles with feelings of being “stupid” or “slow.” But the violin quickly became more than just an instrument—it became a form of therapy, a source of encouragement, and a way for him to discover confidence in something he was truly good at. Music gave him a sense of identity and strength that words and classrooms couldn’t.

Through this journey, we began to understand that music is far more than just entertainment—it’s a way to heal, connect, and empower. Recognizing this, Mom saw an opportunity to help other children who might also struggle with self-confidence. She began bringing maracas, shakers, and tambourines to shows—simple tools that allowed kids to join in and feel the joy of making music. We asked fair managers if it would be alright to invite kids on stage, and from that moment on, the boys added an interactive element to their shows—one that’s become a defining part of the Fiddlin’ Brothers experience.

At one of those fairs, the boys were signed by a booking agent. Now a favorite among fair managers, the Fiddlin’ Brothers travel nationwide performing their high-energy, interactive show—reminding audiences everywhere that music has the power to connect, heal, and inspire.
FROM STAGES TO STROLLING, IT'S A MUSICAL JOURNEY THROUGH TIME AND GENRE
STAGE PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
WFA SHOWCASE
THUNDERSTRUCK BY AC/DC Live Theatre Show
HARD ROCK HOTEL
COUNTY AND STATE FAIR HIGHLIGHTS

here are a few of our latest shows

FAIRS / FESTIVALS

Colusa County Fair - CA
California State Fair - CA
Shasta County Fair - CA
South Dakota State Fair - SD
Marysville Peach Festival - CA
Heart O' Texas Rodeo Fair - TX
Christmas Craft Fair - CA
Washington State Fair - WA
Texas Pickle Festival - OK
Caribou County Fair - ID
Butte County Fair - CA
Idaho County Fair - ID

Corporate events

Whiskey A Go Go - Midnight Wonderland
Hard Rock Hotel - Opening for UFC
Hard Rock Hotel - Concert
Walmart - Children's Miracle Network
Tachi Palace & Resort - Opening for UFC
Harrah's Lake Tahoe - Concert
Onstage Vacaville - Concert
Harbor Plaza - Concert
Dicken's Opera House - Concert
On-Stage Vacaville - Concert
PV-Music Gala - Concert
PERFORMANCE SHOWS
Chart-Topper Covers from 80's Rock, classic Country, and everything in-between!

1 TO 2-HOUR PERFORMANCES FROM HARD ROCK, TACHI PALACE AND RESORT, WHISKY-A-GO-GO TO COMMUNITY STAGES NATIONWIDE

OTHER SAMPLE PERFORMANCE - Theatre / stage SHOWS

PAST SHOWCASE VIDEOS

SHOWCASE AT THE RMAF
In this showase, the last song is deleted as it is the same song from the other showcase, DEVIL WENT DOWN TO GEORGIA
SHOWCASE AT THE WFA

MEET THE BAND

Ari (15) and Aven (13) Nercessian, better known as The Fiddlin’ Brothers — a powerhouse sibling duo redefining what two violins can do. Aside from all their accolades of winning fiddle competitions, these brothers have performed over 300 live shows across the U.S., captivating audiences from sold-out venues of 3,000 at world-renowned stages like Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Peach Fest to state and county fairs from coast to coast.

Blending classical violin technique with a high-energy, genre-bending show, Ari and Aven perform covers of iconic hits like Thunderstruck by AC/DC, Seven Nation Army by The White Stripes, Misirlou from Pulp Fiction, and classics like Cotton Eye Joe and The Devil Went Down to Georgia. With a growing repertoire of over 100 songs, they move seamlessly between rock, country, hip hop, Latin, sea shanties, gospel, movie themes, and traditional fiddle tunes among others.
Their performances are interactive, family-friendly, and unforgettable — inviting kids from the crowd to join them on stage and become a part of the music creation process with maracas and shakers, creating shared moments that stick for a lifetime. From major venues to state and county fairs, wineries, and school events, The Fiddlin’ Brothers bring a show like nothing you've ever seen—or heard—before.

If you're looking for experience and entertainment that’s unique, unforgettable, and guaranteed to deliver—whether on stage or as a strolling act—The Fiddlin’ Brothers command attention with the skill, energy, and presence of seasoned pros.
SEASONED THROUGH 300+ PERFORMANCES: With over 300 live shows under their belts, The Fiddlin’ Brothers bring more than just talent — they bring real-world experience. From extreme weather to diverse crowds and unpredictable conditions, they adapt in real time to ensure every show is a success, no matter what.

VERSATILITY FOR ANY THEME OR CROWD: Whether your audience leans country, rock, Latin, or something entirely different, The Fiddlin’ Brothers shape their set to match your vision. Our songs span 15 chart-topper genres that span hits from the 60's to current songs this generation will recognize.  Every stage is unique — and we treat yours that way, adjusting year after year with fresh, high-energy sets tailored to your audience.

AT OUR CORE: If you have ever heard of the 2CELLOS, the Fiddlin' Brothers' performances are in that style with the exception that instead of playing Cellos, the boys are playing their fiddles and of course they are significantly younger. The focus is as much on music as it is for entertainment. Each show is geared based on adult-venues or family-venues.

STAGE BACKGROUND: The Fiddlin’ Brothers don’t just play music — we create a moment your audience becomes part of.It’s more than entertainment — it’s an opportunity to offer the experience of making music and creating memories that stick long after the show is over. Their stage background began when they started doing the dozens of school assemblies throughout California and Nevada, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Tachi Palace and Resort and the iconic stage of Whisky-A-Go-Go.

OUR MISSION: Is to create unforgettable stage-based performances that inspire, connect, and uplift audiences of all ages. For adult audiences, we aim to reignite a deep appreciation for music and its power to move emotions, tell stories, and bring people together. For family-based theatre shows, our focus expands to building confidence, encouraging self-expression, and promoting kindness, empathy, and resilience — using music as a positive force that helps combat bullying and inspire young people to believe in themselves. Above all, our mission is to transform every stage into a space where music becomes more than entertainment — — it becomes a meaningful experience that sparks confidence, connection, and lasting memories.

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ROCK

Johnny B. Goode
Thunderstruck - AC/DC -WATCH
Kashmir - Led Zeppelin
Mad World - Tears for Fears
Smells Like Teen Spirit - WATCH
Where The Streets Have No Name - U2
Nothing Else Matters - Metallica 
Enter Sandman - Metallica 
Sound of Silence - Simon & Garfunkle
Sound of Silence - CYRIL Remix
Bittersweet Symphony - Verve
Zombie - Cranberries 
The Breakup Song - Greg Kihn
Stairway To Heaven 
Sweet Child Of Mine - Guns N' Roses
November Rain - Guns N' Roses
Seven Nation Army - White Stripes
Rasputin - Boney M. 
Final Countdown - Europe
Beat It - Michael Jackson
I Want To Be Your Slave - Måneskin 
I Want To Be Your Slave  / Another One Bites The Dust Mix - WATCH
Smooth Criminal - Michael Jackson (coming soon) 
Smells Like Teen Spirit / Smooth Criminal Mix (coming soon)
RnB / HIP HOP
Snoop Dogg x Jeanette - Pq' Te Vas 
Golden Hour - JVKE 
Faded - Alan Walker
Calm Down - Rema

WALTZ / HOEDOWNS/ JIGS

Tennessee Waltz
Drowsy Maggie / Drunken Sailor Mix
Patty On The Turnpike
Irish Washerwoman
Swallowtail Jig
Danny Boy

LATIN

Tu Sonrisa - WATCH
Suavemente
Danza Kuduro - WATCH
Lambada
Despacito
Bella Ciao
Senorita

CHRISTMAS / HALLOWEEN


Carol Of The Bells - WATCH
We Three Kings
Greensleeves
Jingle Bell Rock
Hark The Herald
This Is Halloween
In The Hall Of The Mountain King

COUNTRY / FOLK

Devil Went Down To Georgia - Charlie Daniels
Country Roads
Cotton Eye'd Joe
Ghost Riders In The Sky
Old Joe Clark
Over The Waterfall
Ashokan Farewell
Soldier's Joy

DANCE/ALTERNATIVE/EMD

Always Remember Us This Way - LADY GAGA & DJ TONS - WATCH
Can't Get You Out Of My Head - Kylie Minoque

Music For A Found Harmonium
Unstoppable / Despacito Mix
Dance Monkey - Tones and I
Hey Brother - Avicii
The Nights - Avicii
Coffin Dance
Popcorn
Sandstorm - Darude
Faded - Alan Walker

MOVIE THEME SONGS

Misirlou - Pulp Fiction
May It Be - Enya, Lord of the Rings - WATCH
Godfather
Conquest of Paradise - Vangelis
Music For A Found Harmonium
Gael - Last of the Mohicans
Gladiator - Now We Are Free - WATCH
Game of Thrones
He's A Pirate - Pirates of the Caribbean

SEA SHANTIES

He's A Pirate - Pirates Of The Caribbean
Impossible - Two Steps From Hell
Wellerman - WATCH
Titanic

GOSPEL

Amazing Grace
I'll Fly Away
Sing Hallelujah To The Lord
How Great Thou Art
This Little Light Of Mine
Agnus Dei

PATRIOTIC

Star Spangled Banner
America The Beautiful
This Land Is Your Land
Yankee Doodle
God Bless The USA

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