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Epoch players (just a selection)

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Ian Cooper	Jazz Violinist Ian Cooper and his bands are regular attractions at many Jazz festivals and concert venues throughout Australia, Europe, Japan and New Zealand. Ian's humorous show draws on many musical styles from jazz, Latin American, gypsy and country. He creates an exciting, new and original blend which never fails to impress any audience. Ian was honoured in the inaugural Golden Fiddle Awards in Tamworth in January 2005, by winning the category, Best CD by a Fiddler Soloist. The following year, he won the top award of best fiddler soloist in Australasia. "Acoustic violins with inbuilt pickups all too often sound tinny or boxy. Not so with my Epoch. Sensible design and an ingenious pickup make this the most authentic sounding electric violin I've ever played! I want a second one!" Ian Cooper – Virtuoso Violinist – James Morrison Band "Congratulations on this fantastic violin of Ian Cooper's. It has the right groove and jive I need in this band!" James Morrison MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES http://www.iancooper.com/

Ryan Delahoussaye ( Blue October )	The top art rock band of Texas USA, Blue October is packing them in hot on the heels of the release of their CD with Universal records. Lead violinist Ryan Delahoussaye's first Epoch violin was a custom Blue October signature model with a dragon head on the stock. Click on the Youtube link to watch this incredible solo performance by Ryan at a Philly concert in 2010 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROhjAT0EVhU&feature=related MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES http://www.blueoctober.com/

Pixie Jenkins	Pixie Jenkins, without doubt one of Australia's top country fiddlers, humourist and stage performer is delighted with his professional, custom 5-string Epoch. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES http://web.me.com/pixiejenkins/PIXIELAND/INDEX.html

Andrew Clermont	Andrew Clermont is an international multi-instrumentalist and bluegrass champion. A signature acoustic Epoch and an Australian sunset acoustic/electric take pride of place in most of Andrew's stage work around the world. "It really does shine in a group, with its clear and bold sound. An Epoch taken straight off the rack can be used immediately and stand out in the best possible way. The Epoch’s electric sound turns heads and I love the raw unadorned timber sound." Andrew Clermont multi instrumentalist and teacher MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES http://www.andrewclermont.com.au/

Rabbit Robinson	Rabbit Robinson has been a long-time supporter of Epoch Musical Instruments, playing both violin and cello. He is a key member of the upcoming band, Round Mountain Girls of six superb musicians (all male by the way) and many musical instruments. And if you are at all intrigued about the band's name, we can highly recommend a visit to their website below and read about the seductive girls of Round Mountain. http://www.roundmountaingirls.com
String Diva	String Diva features the extraordinary talents of three young Australian women. Since their launch in 2004 they have become one of the most highly-regarded acts in the country. String Diva has performed for many Australian and international premier events. Their extensive repertoire includes iconic Australian hit songs and beguiling classical music with a funky, contemporary edge. http://www.sma-ebd.com/acts/string-diva/

Strings on Fire	Strings on Fire is the only stage show of its kind in the world, combining first class violin playing with breathtaking circus stunts by the violinists themselves. http://www.stringsonfire.com.au/sof.html

Kevin Miller	Nashville based Kevin, who has been playing since the age of six, has played with many artists such as Charlie Daniels and Eddy Bush and he has toured with the Adam Tucker Band. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES

Mobius	The highly acclaimed cellist and founding member of award winning band ‘August Way’, Mobius is ecstatic with the performance, durability and roadworthiness of his CP4 Cello. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES http://www.tourdates.co.uk/august-way

Mykl Lozin	Mykl Lozin, a multi-award winner of the inaugural Golden Fiddle Awards in Tamworth (January 2005 - Best Fiddle Teacher and Best Fiddle Composition), has become an enthusiastic supporter of the Epoch culture. Beginning with an independent critique of the instrument, Mykl has gone on to become an endorsee - and makes no apology for it. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES http://www.myspace.com/mykllozin http://electricfiddler.com/blog/mykl-lozin/26042007/mykl-lozin-lovin-the-epoch

String Angels	String Angels is a dynamic, sophisticated act featuring three of Australia's finest string players. http://www.stringangels.com.au

Reinhard Neuhaus	Former Bunbury resident Reinhard Neuhaus, a German-born resident of the Spanish island of Majorca paints and plays the violin. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES

Ostinato	Michael and Elizabeth Grounds (both in their late 70s at last count) call themselves Ostinato and play old songs to old people - eight to ten gigs a month. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES

Barry Easton	Popular Victorian based fiddler Barry Easton has two Epoch electric violins - a white and a black and he has been a big hit with them at the Tamworth Country Music Festival for many years. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES

Rachel Bostock ( The Bostocks )	Aussie rock band The Bostocks are real crowd pleasers with a dynamic show of hot talent and original songs. This Gold Coast band stands out because they are a family band of two brothers and two sisters. Check out the Bostock's debut clip - Not by a long shot - click the link below http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyHyD-mRVx8 http://www.thebostocksband.com/

Sally Carter	Sally Carter plays fiddle in SPIRAL, a band that mixes a variety of music styles including celtic, contemporary, pop, rock and jazz. Their music is original, dealing with issues of the soul and reflections on the world. Sally bought her Hot Pink Epoch five string violin in 2004. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES

Danielle Welborn	Professional cellist Danielle Welborn has delighted her audiences with her Epoch acoustic/electric cello which she collected in 2001. The bright blue instrument, with on-board controls, came off the production line only the night before. Danielle just picked it up and was the first person to put a bow to it. She couldn't believe that such a thing was possible. The instrument responded like she'd been playing it for months. Danielle travels widely around Australia with her group, All About Strings.

Stephanie Eldridge	Won best fiddler at the No Holds Barred Fiddle Competition 2003 and was awarded with her own Professional Flag Series Epoch.

Emilie Little	Won best Junior fiddler at the No Holds Barred Fiddle Competition 2004 at only nine years of age. She loves her acoustic 3/4 size Chameleon Epoch.

Emma Barlow	Emma Barlow, a rising star from SE Queensland was, for a time, fiddler for 'Craig Morrison and the Little Cowboys'. She was the winner of the No Holds Barred Fiddle Competition 2006, open section, at age 15 and is seen here with her Pearl Yellow VE4. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES http://www.myspace.com/emmabarlowmusic

Callula Killingly	At age 11 Callula Killingly won the encouragement award from Epoch Musical Instruments at the 2005 No Holds Barred Fiddle Championship at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, receiving a beautiful white Epoch electric fiddle. MORE INFORMATION AND PICTURES