About Carson
Nine-year-old Carson Peters, or “Fiddlin’ Carson Peters,” as he is becoming known, is a true musical prodigy. He is quickly making a name for himself with his fiddle by winning competitions and entertaining audiences across the region. Carson lives with his parents, Jamie and Robin Peters, in Piney Flats, Tennessee. They noticed at a very early age that he could keep time with any tune being played by clapping his hands or tapping his feet! His special talent for music became apparent after he taught himself to play “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star” at the ripe old age of 2 on a ukulele that his grandmother bought him.While on vacation in 2006, his parents bought him a 1/8 size fiddle at an Amish flea market in Pennsylvania and set out in search of a teacher who would take a child as young as Carson at only 3 ½ years old. Their search led them to Morrell Music in Johnson City and Sarah Fletcher Collins. Carson was taught by Mrs. Collins for approximately 3 years. Carson is currently a student of Mr. Keith Williams in Greeneville, TN.
In 2008, Carson and his parents began attending Old-time and Bluegrass festivals where Carson could hear and jam with some very talented musicians as well as compete in youth fiddle competitions. His most noteworthy contest wins have taken place at the Bluegrass and Old-time Fiddlers’ Convention in Mt. Airy, NC where he received first place in the 15 year old and under category in 2008, 2010, 2011, and 2012. He also received the Most Promising Young Talent Award there in 2008, 2010 and 2012. Carson was also named Tennessee State Peewee Fiddle Champion for 2010 in Clarksville, Tennessee. Carson has also won first place in the Youth Old-time Fiddle category at the Old Fiddlers’ Convention in Galax, Virginia.
Carson says winning trophies and getting your name in the newspaper is “really cool” but that is not the main reason he works so hard at his music. “It’s all about using the talent GOD gave me to make people smile,” he says. Carson truly loves to entertain people! At nine years old, Carson is a seasoned performer playing numerous venues throughout the region; Bristol Rhythm and Roots, Dollywood’s Bluegrass and BBQ, Asheville’s Bluegrass First Class, and a live broadcast on WDVX in Knoxville to list a few.
In addition to entertaining with his band, Carson plays music with his special friends, Howard and Vivian Hammonds, and their fine gospel group, Headed Home, in churches around the region. He also frequently visits area nursing homes as well as the VA hospital in Johnson City.
You can get more info about The Fiddlin’ Carson Peters Band and upcoming shows at their website www.fiddlincarsonpeters.com.
