They can't be too somber or too serious. They bring lightheartedness and fun to the music. They get young people interested in strings. Although television broadcasts of Barrage's show have made the company a hot ticket on international stages, the ensemble has remained true to its roots in music education. The fiddlers have worked with public-school string programs in Texas, Michigan and Washington and the current tour includes student concerts in some cities.
Kids love it.
Anyone from 3 to 90 loves the show.