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Violectric is an acoustic and electric string ensemble led by GRAMMY® Recording Artist Michelle Jones. Formed in 2008, we perform internationally as a featured act, opening act, convention entertainment, and also provide music education programs throughout the U.S and Asia. Our custom arrangements of classic and modern rock tunes ranging from Led Zeppelin to Metallica to SIA and other modern artists cannot be heard anywhere else and are each arranged by the members of the band.
Members
The members of Violectric have all been performers in various groups and orchestras for over 20 years. We are each accomplished in our own right and more about us can be read on our bio pages.
Violectric is the culmination of our individual experiences and creative desire to form a unique experience showcasing our talents. The group is rounded out by exceptional performers, hand-picked for individual skills and contributions to the band.
Performances
In 2009, Violectric performed a set of custom arrangements for an event that aired on MTV and was sponsored by Microsoft and Full Sail University. In December 2010, we performed at Orlando’s Hard Rock Live followed by shows in mainland China from late January to mid-February 2011. Violectric has performed at Orlando’s Amway Center with the Orlando Magic and Tampa’s Amalie Arena with Tampa Bay Lightning . Since 2014, Violectric has opened for acts including Sting, Adam Levine, Ne-Yo, David Foster, Josh Groban, John Legend, Kristin Chenoweth, Katharine McPhee, LeAnn Rimes, SIA, Twenty-One Pilots, Rascal Flatts, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, The Killers, and Huey Lewis and the News. Violectric performs many corporate events and convention shows in the United States. In October 2019, Violectric performed for the opening of the Las Vegas Neon Museum’s “Lost Vegas” exhibit featuring the art of Tim Burton, including a custom arrangement of themes from Tim’s movies.
In 2014, Violectric was honored to be invited to perform at the grand opening of Orlando’s new Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts where we are currently the first official Artists-in-Residence.
Violectric has been featured on various television and radio programs since 2014, including a feature segment on PBS’ Artisodes and on NPR’s Intersection. Access segments on our Press page.
Violectric has also produced a holiday version of their show mashing up popular holiday songs with classic and modern rock hits. This show debuted on December 20, 2013, at The Walt Disney Amphitheatre at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando, Florida, and is now an annual event presented by the City of Orlando Department of Families, Parks and Recreation.
Group leader, Michelle Jones, was selected to compose the original score for the 2015 Busch Gardens-Seaworld Howl-O-Scream event including promo videos, commercials and in-park music. The soundtrack, recorded by Violectric, can be heard each year on the Howl-O-Scream website, TV & Radio ads and in the park during the event.
Recently, Violectric gained international attention with multiple performances during the 24 hours of the “Day of Remembrance” in 2017 for the Pulse Nightclub tragedy in Orlando. Our performance was featured on CNN, ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, BBC, and many other stations from North America to Australia and Asia and beyond.
In October 2019, Violectric performed for the opening of the Las Vegas Neon Museum’s “Lost Vegas” exhibit featuring the art of Tim Burton, including a custom arrangement of themes from Tim’s movies.
Violectric’s music can be heard on SiriusXM Satellite Radio, iHeart Media and most online streaming services. It is available for purchase anywhere music is sold, including iTunes and Amazon.
Education
Violectric is committed to music education and has created programs ranging from master classes to performances combining Violectric with student string groups. Our educational programs have reached students throughout the US and Asia. For more information, view our educational pages.