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Violin

Let me add some live music to your project!

I play the violin in musicals for professional and amateur companies in the Yorkshire area.   I also regularly supply violin samples and solos to all sort of projects, and work with a loop pedal, samples and effects.

Past Projects

  • Bach Rearranged

    I recorded Bach’s Sonata in G minor and then layered some soothing tones underneath and added loads of reverb to sound like I’m in a cathedral, or large cave. Most of the samples I used were from Noiiz, especially from Ocoeur.
    (September 2024)

  • Stalingrad

    I added some violin to some tracks for Bradford band Stalingrad’s recent album ‘She Called Herself Tania’ LP, released by Industrial Coast in 2024

    Have a listen to Från djupet längtar jag efter försoning

  • Song to the Siren

    I layered lots of violin over a backing track for cabaret singer Em Brulée to perform at a David Lynch-inspired cabaret club, The Double R Club in London.
    (August 2015)

  • The Broken Hearts Club Band

    Bitter Taste – The Broken Hearts Club Band performing at Saltaire Festival.
    (September 2015)

 

Quotes

“Alice is a hugely versatile violinist who is equally comfortable with many genres of music – from country, rock, pop to musical theatre.  Her superb intonation, feel and interpretation make her an asset in both small pit bands and larger string sections”.

Jim Lunt, Musical Director

“I have worked with Alice for many years, booking her as a freelance violinist for gigs up and down the country. She is a huge asset to any violin section, always has a smile on her face and can get round any piece of music that’s put in front of her! I would recommend Alice to anyone – she is a fantastic musician”.

Katie Jarvis, Viola player and Orchestral Fixer

Experience

I started the violin at the age of seven and went on to join the National Children’s and National Youth Orchestras of Great Britain.  I gained performers’ diplomas from the London College of Music (ALCM), and the Royal Academy of Music (LRAM), and then went on to read music at King’s College, Cambridge, whilst studying violin with Béla Dekany, leader of the BBC Symphony Orchestra in London.

I have played in many classical ensembles throughout my life, but these days I mainly play for musicals, community projects, or in bands. I also play the flute and ukulele, and can pick up most things if needed! I’m currently touring a children’s show for 3 – 7 year olds where I play seven instruments, including the kazoo.