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Artist Information

Biography

An up-and-coming performer quickly gaining attention for his creativity and improvisational skill, Alex Mitchell is pushing the limits of what the violin can do. Armed with a 5-string violin and a host of guitar effects, Alex forms his compositions around the concept of looping and delay, in which parts are layered to create the illusion of multiple instruments. At times he sounds like a deep cello, a multi-octave ensemble, a screaming guitar, or a soothing synthesizer - all out of one instrument, all live.

Alex has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, Constitution Hall (to a crowd of 3,000), the Canadian Embassy, the German Cultural Center in New York, internationally in Salzburg, Austria for Mozart's 250th Birthday (2006) and Dublin, Ireland for a run of several pubs and a performance at Christchurch (2009), the Palladium in McLean, Disneyworld, several middle and elementary schools in Virginia for educational outreach, and several rock venues and private events in Manhattan and Virginia.

Several of Alex's live performances on YouTube have received over 300,000 views (as of this writing) and given him international recognition by a small but supportive f YouTube an base. Following the attention, he recorded two low-budget iTunes albums: "Evolution" in 2007, and "Intercosm" in 2008. In 2009, he recorded a single, "Evolution" with Radian Records. He is currently recording an album that will replace these two, and is seeking a label for this major release.

Alex is pursuing his music in New York city while studying at Fordham University. Since moving to New York, he is now affiliated with the PUMP NY management firm and the Original Sessions booking agency.

For more information, please visit http://www.alexmitchell.org/

YouTube Reference:
Soldier's Lullaby - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyRMPayl0KI
Intercosm - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H32CMFFEsIA
Neoclassical - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=td5jcwehBEU
Evolution - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgaVJ_uIvms

Instrumentation

Alex Mitchell - Electric Violin + Loopstation

Discography

"Intercosm" - http://alexmitchell.org/AlexMitchell.org/Intercosm.html

"Evolution" - http://alexmitchell.org/AlexMitchell.org/Evolution.html

Audio

Work in Progress, 3rd Movement - Riverside Park ('The Art' Preview)
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Intercosm ('The Art' Preview)
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Evolution (Produced by Andrew Fellus at Radian Records)
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Work in Progress (live recording)
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Soldier's Lullaby
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Into the City
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Windsor Nights
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Appalachia Waltz (Mark O'Connor Cover)
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Work in Progress (live)

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Press

College News Magazine Interview: Alex Mitchell [+ Show ]

"His music will make you reconsider any preconceived notions about the violin." http://www.colleg...
TV: Langley Students Prepare for Carnegie Hall [+ Show ]

Student musicians prepare to take the stage at this world renowned performing arts center. Warning...
Newspaper: The Mitchell Show - A Look at a Fordham violinist

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Newspaper: Outdoor Concerts Spice Up Summer (front page) [+ Show ]

Alex Mitchell performs a variety of songs on his electric violin at the Palladium Civic Place Green ...
Radio: Bowed Radio, Episode 54 [+ Show ]

“Alex Mitchell is a new discovery. [...] The guy has a profound sense of counterpoint, which is real...
Radio: Bowed Radio, Episode 75 [+ Show ]

“Alex Mitchell is a champion of the loop and delay pedals which this track, "VioTechno," displays qu...

Setlist

Typically a 45 minute to 1 hour set, but I could fill up to 2 hours. Depending on the venue, repertoire ranges from contemporary classical to insane psychedelic rock. I can also do classical music on request.

Intercosm
Evolution
Windsor Nights
VioTechno
Innsbruck Suite
Living History
Soldier's Lullaby
Viva la Vida (Instrumental Coldplay Cover)
Neoclassical
ARTificial
Appalachia Waltz (Mark O'Connor Cover)
Amazing Grace/Nearer, My God, To Thee
Lament of the Smee Hall Construction Worker
Into the City
Vodoo Noodle
Work in Progress
Tide
Struggle
Mirrors
Manhattan Sunrise

Basic Requirements

Calendar

Past Dates | Upcoming Dates

Date	Time	Venue	City
Sep 9, 2016 Friday	12:00 AM	[Taking a break from gigs to get settled in college/NYC]	New York, NY, US
But after a few months I'll be looking for venues, so if you know of any let me know :)

Date	Time	Venue	City
Jan 5, 2010 Tuesday	9:00 PM	Taking a break from shows to record, check out http://www.alexmitchell.org/ for more information.	New York, NY, US
Dec 19, 2009 Saturday	5:30 PM	Songs of Solomon Benefit Concert	New York, NY, US
Songs of Solomon, renowned Harlem-based 50-member, not-for-profit, youth vocal ensemble, will hold its annual Benefit Concert on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at the Community Church of New York (40 East 35th Street) in New York City. http://www.harlemonestop.com/event.php?id=8391
Nov 30, 2009 Monday	7:00 PM	Fordham Lincoln Center	New York, NY, US
Half hour show to support FCLC's GO! program, $2 in the lounge of the Lowenstien Building at 113 W. 60th St.
Nov 21, 2009 Saturday	8:00 PM	AEON LOGIC Art Gallery / Kristen Sehn Performance Art	New York, NY, US
Aug 31, 2009 Monday	10:00 PM	The Mean Fiddler	New York, NY, US
266 W 47th ST
Jun 26, 2009 Friday	12:00 AM	Ireland Tour w/ the LHSO (ends)	Places, Not Applicable, IE
Jun 25, 2009 Thursday	7:30 PM	The Merry Ploughboy	Dublin, Not Applicable, IE
Jun 24, 2009 Wednesday	7:30 PM	Castleknock Pub	Dublin, Not Applicable, IE
A stop in Ireland, featuring a chamber group performing Irish fiddle tunes as well as random electric stuff.
Jun 24, 2009 Wednesday	1:00 PM	Christchurch	Dublin, Not Applicable, IE
"With close musical links to cathedrals in England, to St Patrick's cathedral in Dublin, and to the city's wider political and cultural life, Christ Church has the longest documented music history of any Irish institution, providing a unique perspective on the history of music in Ireland."
Jun 22, 2009 Monday	7:30 PM	Forge Pub	Ennistymon, Not Applicable, IE
A stop in Ireland, featuring a chamber group performing Irish fiddle tunes as well as random electric stuff.
Jun 22, 2009 Monday	3:00 PM	Church Performance	Ennistymon, Not Applicable, IE
Jun 22, 2009 Monday	11:30 AM	Ennistymon Community Hall	Ennistymon, Not Applicable, IE
First performance with the Langley Philharmonic - "A promoted concert in Ennistymon at the Ennistymon Community Hall for students from the local schools."
Jun 21, 2009 Sunday	7:30 PM	Falls Hotel Pub	Ennistymon, Not Applicable, IE
A stop in Ireland, featuring a chamber group performing Irish fiddle tunes as well as random electric stuff.
Jun 19, 2009 Friday	12:00 AM	Ireland Tour w/ the LHSO (starts)	Places, Not Applicable, IE
I'll be rocking faces off in Ireland for a week with the Langley Philharmonic Orchestra. This'll be the first time I've performed electric overseas!
May 24, 2009 Sunday	8:00 PM	Fireflies Restaurant and Bar	Alexandria, VA, US
Since I'm in Virginia for a month on break, I'll be hitting up my favorite hometown stage for a two-hour gig. They've got a cool vibe and fantastic food, so come and listen to some music over dinner. http://www.firefliesdelray.com/main.html
Mar 24, 2009 Tuesday	10:00 PM	Backing Ben Ruttenburg at the Village Lantern	New York, NY, US
I'll be playing in a small band backing Ben Ruttenburg, a sick singer-songwriter with mad performance skills. You can check him out here - http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewProfile&friendID=103405836
Mar 14, 2009 Saturday	9:00 PM	Blaggard's Pub	New York, NY, US
I'm playing at Blaggard's again, a chill little pub with a reputation for cool music. I'll be going on at 9PM; there's two Blaggards Pubs, the one I'm playing at is 8 west 38 st. Hope to see you there! :)
Feb 15, 2009 Sunday	12:00 AM	Private Party	New York, NY, US
Feb 14, 2009 Saturday	9:00 PM	Venue Change: Valentines Day Show - Original Sessions Art House	New York, NY, US
Okay so now I'm playing at the OS Art House this time because of silly rich new yorkers. They're usually 21+, but I'm going on early at 9 so under 21 people can come - if you're under 21, I would recommend showing up before 9 so there's no trouble :) 17 John St.
Jan 8, 2009 Thursday	7:00 PM	Fireflies Restaurant and Bar	Alexandria, VA, US
Since I'm home for the holidays, I'll be doing a show at one of my favorite hometown spots. They've got great food, great people, and a great atmosphere. Have some dinner and hear some music! 7-8PM http://www.firefliesdelray.com/main.html
Dec 21, 2008 Sunday	12:00 AM	Private Party	McLean, VA, US
Nov 15, 2008 Saturday	9:00 PM	Original Sessions / Blaggards Pub & Restaurant	New York, NY, US
This time I'm playing a cool pub, Blaggards. It's a 21+ venue that's making an exception; if you’re under 21, please send me an email at mitchell.alex@gmail.com so I can put you on the guest list, and come before 9. I'll be doing less rock than at Don Hills. 8 west 38th street between 5th and 6th
Nov 1, 2008 Saturday	6:00 PM	Pump Up the Vote - Do Something for Change - Get Out and Vote in Style	New York, NY, US
I'll be performing with a bunch of artists at the Point of View Gallery's "Pump Up the Vote" charity event, which features live music, a fashion show, and a raffle of some sort. Should be a fun time :) http://pumpny.org/pdf/PUMP_POV_Art_Gallery_Project_Flyer_Nov1_2008_www.pdf
Oct 29, 2008 Wednesday	8:00 PM	Don Hill's - Solo Set, NYC Debut!	New York, NY, US
I'm doing a solo set at Don Hill's club in the Villiage, and it happens to be my first gig in my new city! I'll be doing a rock-oriented set with some new stuff and surprises, it'll be a good show :) 8PM, $10 cover with a couple other bands. 18+ http://www.donhills.com/pages/home.htm
Aug 15, 2008 Friday	6:00 PM	FireFlies Restaurant and Bar (again)	Alexandria, VA, VA, US
They're a superb venue and I'm honored that they invited me back... this'll be my last gig in Virginia, at FireFlies again from 6-8 this time. http://www.firefliesdelray.com/
Aug 13, 2008 Wednesday	8:00 PM	FireFlies Restaurant and Bar	Alexandria, VA, VA, US
2-hour show at a hip restaurant in the Del Ray neighborhood. They've got good food and a lot of really cool artists play there so it's worth checking out. http://www.firefliesdelray.com/main.html
Jul 20, 2008 Sunday	12:00 PM	[Taking a break from gigs to travel]	N/A, NY, US
Jul 19, 2008 Saturday	7:30 PM	Stacy's Coffee	Falls Church, VA, US
Another chill coffee shop gig, a nice environment with nice people. I'll be doing my regular set with some surprises. Open to the public at Stacy's Coffee - 709 W Broad St, Falls Church, VA 22046
Jul 19, 2008 Saturday	7:30 PM	Stacy's Coffee	Falls Church, VA, US
Another chill coffee shop gig, a nice environment with nice people. I'll be doing my regular set with some surprises. Open to the public at Stacy's Coffee - 709 W Broad St, Falls Church, VA 22046
Jul 5, 2008 Saturday	12:00 AM	Private Party	McLean, VA, US
(see title)
Jun 25, 2008 Wednesday	8:00 PM	St. Elmo's Coffee Pub	Alexandria, VA, US
2-hour headline show in a nice cozy coffee house. I'll be doing my regular set, possibly with a few extras including some acoustic. This show IS open to the public at St. Elmo's - http://www.stelmoscoffeepub.com/
Jun 12, 2008 Thursday	12:00 AM	LHS Graduation Ceremony	McLean, VA, US
I'll be performing "Mountain Spring" for the Langley High School graduation ceremony. Not open to the public, open to graduating seniors.
Jun 11, 2008 Wednesday	7:00 PM	Baccalaureate/Solo Performance	McLean, VA, US
"Spiritual celebration of graduation;" not open to the public, open to members of the LHS Baccalaureate. No, I'm still not quite sure what "Baccalaureate" means.
Jun 7, 2008 Saturday	4:00 PM	(rescheduled) "Last Act" - LHS Orchestra Featuring the Fairfax Symphony and Alex Mitchell	McLean, VA, US
In addition to sick classical music like Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, I'll be giving my farewell high school performance on electric violin with two compositions, one of which I wrote to debut at this show. It IS open to the public at the LHS auditorium: 6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101
Jun 3, 2008 Tuesday	12:00 AM	Colvin Run Elementary Presentation	McLean, VA, US
Presentation for elementary school orchestra students; not open to the public
Jun 2, 2008 Monday	12:00 AM	Awards Ceremony/Solo Performance	McLean, VA, US
LHS Awards Ceremony. Not open to the public, open to those recieving awards.
Jun 2, 2008 Monday	12:00 AM	Cooper Middle School Presentation	McLean, VA, US
Presentation for students at Cooper Middle School, not open to the public.
May 22, 2008 Thursday	7:30 PM	Chamber Concert/Solo Performance	McLean, VA, US
LHS chamber concert - the LHS chamber ensemble will be performing a lot of cool classical music, and I'll be performing a new composition. Open to the public at the Oakcrest Auditorium.
May 17, 2008 Saturday	4:00 PM	The Palladium Civic Center - Headlining Concert	McLean, VA, US
2-Hour show featuring an hour and a half of me and an hour of the LHS Cello Rocktet - it's going to be an awesome show. It'll be at The Palladium: 1450 Emerson Ave McLean, VA 22101
Apr 13, 2008 Sunday	12:00 AM	Carnegie Hall	New York, NY, US
I'll be performing the solo to Barrage's "Mountain Spring" in a concert with the LHS Orchestra on the world's most prestigious concert stage.