Performer Name: Billy Thompson
Show Name: Billy Thompson Gypsy Style
Show Description
Gypsy Jazz band performing a mixture of gypsy jazz classics and fiery Hungarian tunes. Billy Thompson Gypsy Style is a remarkable band, based in the North of Wales. This band is violinist Billy Thompson‘s venture into his version of the ‘Gypsy Jazz’ or ‘Hot Club’ style of music created by Django Reinhardt and Stêphane Grappelli. The band regularly features multi-instrumentalists Eryl Jones (guitar/mandolin), Andy Mackenzie (guitar) and Greg Robley (bass). Billy uses a radio mic in all of his performances and on more than one occasion has literally been a Fiddler on the Roof.
We are all members of the wonderful charity Live Music Now. Accessibility is obviously dependant on the venue, but we are all accustomed, happy and trained to perform to ALL members of society.
Some lighting choices would be appreciated. We have a small LED rig which gives some focus to the band. We do not require much at all with regards to lighting. The ability to have some light on the band and no light on the audience would be good.
A plug socket (power supply) within 10 metres of the stage area will be required.
A poster can be provided if required.
Gypsy Jazz band performing a mixture of gypsy jazz classics and fiery Hungarian tunes.
Billy Thompson Gypsy Style is a remarkable band, based in the North of Wales. This band is violinist Billy Thompson‘s venture into his version of the ‘Gypsy Jazz’ or ‘Hot Club’ style of music created by Django Reinhardt and Stêphane Grappelli. The band regularly features multi-instrumentalists Eryl Jones (guitar/mandolin), Andy Mackenzie (guitar) and Greg Robley (bass).
Billy uses a radio mic in all of his performances and on more than one occasion has literally been a Fiddler on the Roof.