Joel occasionally plays with Seattle bands, and plays violin and keyboards for events such as weddings and funerals. He's available to record in the Seattle area and records music in his home studio. Joel Gamble is from the Minneapolis/St. Paul. Joel had lessons on piano and violin as a child, studied the first two years of a music degree, and has an Associate's degree in Computer Science. Over the years, Joel has had the pleasure of playing with a wide range of musicians either as a keyboard player or violinist, sometimes both, including the following: Frank Corbino - Retro rock Hejira - Middle eastern flavored World Music Wayne Roller - Soulful Pop, like Jason Mraz or Dave Matthews. Tara McCormick (Miss Washington 2004) Country Aury Moore - Original and Classic Rock Twirl - a trio with Joel on 7-string electric violin Plane Site- Modern alt rock with didgeridoo and hand percussion Grace McCune - Orcas Island's shining star Clint McCune - owner of Soulfood Books and Coffee in Redmond Bone Poets Orchestra - String-heavy Steampunk rock The Aaron English Band - Modern Alt Rock/Pop like a very hip Peter Gabriel Ebony Jordan - R & B/Funk, Tina Turner Dana Osborne - Original and Classic Rock, one of the top working bands in the Seattle area With his masterful keyboard skills, and trademark style of violin performance, Joel has had the opportunity to share the stage with rock music legends. It is an honor to have played with music greats such as Roger Fisher (Heart), Alan White (Yes), Charlie Marinkovich (Iron Butterfly), Mike Derosier (Heart), and many more wonderful famous and little-known artists. Joel is classically trained in music theory and composition and still known among his fellow musicians for his abilty to improvise on the spot. His audience loves his entertaining and engaging stage presence. Joel is grateful to those who continue to support and inspire his music. Website http://www.JoelGamble.com http://www.youtube.com/user/joelgamblemusic