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Versatile multi-genre violinist and string arranger. Internationally toured and tested.

ARTIST, STRING ARRANGER, COMPOSER, PERFORMER.

David Grubb has become a sought-after musician, renowned for his ability to seamlessly blend musical styles. Primarily a violinist, he has shared the stage and studio with notable acts including Novo Amor, Jim Ghedi, Hailaker, Toby Hay, and collaborated with producers Ali Chant, Neil Davidge, and Ed Tullett. His work has taken him to North America, Europe, Asia, and New Zealand, performing in iconic venues such as The Barbican Centre (London) and Bowery Ballroom (NYC).

Services include anything from solo violin lines to full string parts, arranged and recorded, in an array of genres. David is classical trained and was brought up on Scottish folk music; this early adoption of different styles has led him to play pop, rock, country, bluegrass, jazz, you name it. He has a keen ear, and as a trained musician he is also a proficient reader. From his home studio he has the ability to write and record music to a professional standard.

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David was wonderful to work with, brilliantly inventive and very talented performances. Easy to communicate with and really elevated my music to where I hoped it would go, looking forward to working together again in the future!

Interview with David Grubb

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: Lowswimmer: Red Eye Effect. I am particularly pleased with the arrangements on that record.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I get to do what I love everyday, and share it with likeminded creatives. Every artist is different to work with and each new songs brings challenges. It's exciting!
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: I may come across very serious at times, particularly over message, but I like to crack a few jokes when you get to know me.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What do you want from strings? What tracks/artists do like that use strings?
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I've been a working musician for well over a decade. Performing and working with artists across the musical spectrum.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Folk, Pop, Indie, and Americana.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I record with a UA interface on Logic, primarily using Line Audio CM4 microphones.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I frequently write and record strings parts for artists and producers.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I've never had a disappointed client, I promise you'll get the results you want.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Flexibility is key.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Genre Fusion
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Phoebe Bridgers, her music lends itself so well to strings in a way that really pushes the flexibility of the instruments.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: I'm not afraid to experiment with new ideas.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Extensive knowledge of string instruments, and extensive experience arranging for multiple genres.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: My method is flexible; I often work together with the artist to try out different sounds, but equally I can deliver a project working alone.