NEW THIRD COAST

Patrick Niemisto is from Pelkie near Baraga in Michigan's upper peninsula and is the patriarch of New Third Coast. He is a Northern Michigan University graduate in Marquette. Patrick moved to Leelanau County in the early 1980's, and has been a part of the music scene ever since. Playing a variety of instruments with an assortment of musicians, Patrick has shared the stage with some of music's finest. In addition to being in N3C, he plays with Luunappi, a children's and family music and stories duo with Norm Wheeler, as well as other varied ensembles for special events on a regular basis. Patrick retired from teaching music at Glen Lake Community Schools. He now teaches at Northwestern Michigan College! He also spends considerable time as proprietor of the Holy Wah! Recording Studio and Brewery in Maple City. Most of the regional musicians find their way into his studio. Patrick plays Bass, Fiddle, Mandolin, Guitar, Percussion, Piano, you name it - he probably plays it... Home page of..