Ensemble Coolment plays an unusual selection of ancient Scottish folk tunes. Collected and edited by Captain Fraser in the 18th century, these remarkable tunes were captured from a rich oral tradition that ranges from exquisite laments to Jacobite war songs.

They in an historic manner on 19th century instruments - an 1804 Italian guitar by Genaro Fabricatore, and a single key wooden Flute from 1790.

Both Mark Russoniello and Peter Lehman are residents of Arlington and have been playing together in various venues since the early 1980s. They've continued to rehearse together in Arlington, their goal being to perform benefit concerts to give back to the community.

Peter Lehman - 19th century Guitar

Peter Lehman received a Bachelor's degree from Ithaca College School of Music and a Master of Music from New England Conservatory, as well as studies at the Schola Cantorum in Basel, Switzerland. He performs on historic plucked strings, mostly Theorbo and 19th century guitar. He has performed with Castle Hill Festival, Tafelmusik Choir, Baroque Music Beside the Grange, Ayers and is recorded on the EMS label.

Mark Russoniello - Single Key Flute

Mark Russoniello received his B.A. from Boston University and pursued musical studies at the Longy School of Music. He has attended baroque performance institutes at Oberlin Conservatory, Bath (England), and Lochem (Holland).He has performed with the Kings' Chapel Orchestra, the Aston Magna Festival Orchestra, and has given solo and chamber music performances throughout the east cost.