About BILLY THOMPSON
Classically trained violinist specialising in the field of Improvisation. Self - Employed as a violinist since graduating from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in 1995. Ability to perform and lead in classical ensembles and band situations of many styles as well as solo.
Runs own recording studio using Pro Tools and Logic Studio enabling sessions direct from own music production company - Thompsound Music. www.thompsoundmusic.co.uk
Instruments played: Violin, Electric Violin, Baritone Violin, Midi Violin, Mandolin & Guitar.
Integral member of Barbara Thompson's Paraphernalia since 1998.
Composition is also a key part of Billy’s repertoire writing mainly for Billy Thompson Gypsy Style and also for two exciting new projects. One with Warren Greveson (Dolennu) and one with Ed Holden (Mr Phormula).
Musical instruments & styles
Instruments
Arranger, Composer, Mandolin, Violin, Guitar
Styles
Ambient, Big Band, Blues, Classical, Contemporary, Country, Folk, Improvised, Jazz, Latin, Music writer, Rock/Pop original, Swing, Techno