In a thread about violinists I feel compelled to emphasize Jean-Luc Ponty, a master musician. (Grapelli is considered to be, but I haven't really heard that much, and did not care for what I heard) I love JLP's music and artistry. I've attended his concerts from LA to Detroit and seem him at least 8 times over the decades. JLP is a master violinist, writer, producer, and arranger; a genius, in my opinion.
Blues, Jazz, Rock Violinists?
Hey folks - over the years I have really enjoyed Sugar Cane Harris. Can anyone recommend other "non-classical" violinists? (but not really interested in "country fiddle", either). Am familiar with Jean Luc Ponty, Papa John Creach. Violin as in "It's a Beautiful Day", Dan Hicks, UK would work too. Looking forward to your suggestions.
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Here are two good representative examples of Jean-Luc Ponty live. The creativity of his writing, playing, and arranging are special as usual. For me there is no one better playing violin: "No Absolute Time" "Mirage" |
If you don't like Jean Luc Ponty that's fine. To each his own. All JLP's recordings have not been great. But some of his recordings and live performances of those recordings have been nothing short of amazing. If you haven't witnessed it, you might not be able to relate to what I'm saying. Even though I am primarily a jazz fan Jean Luc cannot be categorized as a jazz violinist. He definitely plays a fusion of many musical sytles and my favorite work from him is from past years. I've seem him around the country many times and his shows have always been electrifying and ultimately "great." He is a virutoso composer and musician. Not even the greatest musicians and artist were great all the time on every recording. |