Fiddle-icious is a nonprofit, all-volunteer community organization, with members from the greater Portland area and beyond. Director Don Roy is a Gorham resident, and is a cultural treasure who brings Franco-American music alive for music lovers across the Northeast United States and Canada.

Cindy Roy, Don’s wife, will provide piano accompaniment. Both Roys grew up in French-Canadian families where music was an integral part of their lives. It is the Roys’ desire to share their knowledge with others, and foster community through music is a testimony to their commitment to keep their musical heritage alive.

To experience the community spirit of Fiddle-icious, view the 2009 documentary short “Fiddle-icious — Community of Music” produced by the Salt Institute at http://vimeo.com/8240140.

Fiddle-icious, Maine’s largest fiddle orchestra of traditional Celtic music has set dates for its 2013 concert series:

7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, Freeport Performing Arts Center, 30 Holbrook Street. Tickets available at the door are $10; children 12 and under are free.

7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, McCormack Performing Arts Center at Gorham High School, 41 Morrill Ave. Tickets available at the door are $10; children 12 and under are free.

7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, Biddeford Schools Performing Arts Center, Biddeford Middle School, 25 Tiger Drive. Tickets available at the door are $10; children 12 and under are free.

2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, Franco-American Heritage Center, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Tickets available at the door are $13 for seniors/students; $15 for adults.

For ticket reservations, call 207-689-2000. A sample of tunes, the concert schedule and general information about the group may be found at fiddleicious.com. CDs will be available for purchase at each performance location.

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