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Patrick Contreras

Watching Patrick is like Jimi Hendrix on a violin!

About Me

Patrick Contreras' versatile electric violin sound can only be described as "eclectic" because of his innovative style. He is often described as "The Jimi Hendrix of Violin".His 2007 debut album “American Gypsy” is a new sound for violin and music, with roots in latin and rock music with influences of jazz, blues, soul, funk, Arabic, Indian, classical, and hip hop. In addition to violin, he plays cello, viola, guitar and piano. The one comment that people consistently make after hearing him for the first time is “I did not know a violin could sound like that!” It is truly an exhilarating experience to attend his concerts. He is only 25 years old, has an incredible musical resume, and is one of Fresno’s finest artists who is on the verge of becoming an international talent.
He has opened and worked with artists such as KT Tunstall, The Horrors, Vanessa Carlton and Hip Hop favorites Digital Underground, E- 40, and Sir Mix A lot; instrumental virtuosos Bela Fleck and Jean Luc Ponty; Classical musicians Josh Groban, Andrea Bocelli, and the Alexander String Quartet; Mexican music heavyweights Mariachi Los Camperos, Mariachi Imperial, Aida Cuevas, and Orestes Vilato; Salsa groups Anthony Blea y Su Charanga, Tito y Son De Cuba, and Poncho Sanchez; and the Cirque De Soleil.
Patrick's talents on the violin have taken him across United States and the world. In 2007 he was an opening act at the House of Blues in Hollywood, Jazz Bakery in Los Angeles, and the Roxy Coca Cola Theater in Atlanta. He also performed at the Knitting Factory in Hollywood, Shobox in Seattle, Bowery Ballroom in New York, Austin Music Hall in Austin, Texas, the Metro Chicago in Chicago, and Central Park Summer Stage in New York and the after party for the Oscar De La Hoya/Floyd Mayweather Jr Bout in Las Vegas. He was also booked at venues in Virginia Beach, Mexico, and in London.
Patrick Contreras is the epitomy of a young musician that truly loves writing and playing music, is dedicated to excellence in his craft, enriches others through teaching, shares his talents with the world, promotes himself and his group with solid entrepreneurial skills, and has a strong commitment to the development of the cultural arts sector of Fresno.
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Member Since: 8/11/2006
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The American Gypsy Experience Band:
Patrick Contreras, violin
Nao Vang, Guitar
Quetzal Andrade, Bass
Jason Williams, Drums and Percussion

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My Blog

Aisle 9, check for voodoo chile

Wow, The Undercurrent Show was off the off hook wasn't it? Even though I felt that scathing prick of insecurity creep up my shoulders as normal, I had fun. This Weekend takes me to my typica...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Wed, 14 May 2008 12:33:00 PST

Changes in The American Gypsy Experience

Hello to all out there.              I am making some changes with Patrick Contreras and The American Gypsy Experience. This group of amazing peop...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:22:00 PST

A musicians fight to play music

A musicians fight to play music. This Saturday April 19 marks the official return of Nao Vang, a guitarist who was one of the creators of Cerro Negro and also was the leader of the wildly popular fl...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Tue, 15 Apr 2008 03:15:00 PST

1st time at Club Fred tonight, saturday march 29

In a way I feel part of this great fresno tradition by playing club fred. In my head its always been this historical place. I honestly don’t know why I haven’t played there sooner, it just...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Sat, 29 Mar 2008 09:36:00 PST

Music revolution in fresno!

Fresno musicians are always complaining about a lack of respect from the general public in our town of Fresno, well I say...go out and earn it!!! It’s not easy no matter what city you go to. And...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Thu, 13 Mar 2008 01:04:00 PST

A message to our fans!

   This is a message to our fans and supporters, I don't take time to really speak and connect with you guys. So these are some random thoughts that I've had....possible bulletins or blogs t...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Wed, 27 Feb 2008 01:52:00 PST

INVITATION FOR SATURDAY MARCH 1 @ THE CELLAR DOOR

Hey Myspace friends, family, and supporters! I'd like to invite you to see our show "Patrick Contreras and The American Gypsy Experience", LIVE at the Cellar Door Saturday March 1 at 9 pm. The show is...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:28:00 PST

changing perceptions and prejudices on being a violinist

...is not easy!!.....i LOVE  being a musician..but I wish sometimes I played an instrument that was more accepted in the general public, so I would be taken more seriously as a 'musician' rather ...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Thu, 24 Jan 2008 01:58:00 PST

changing perceptions and prejudices on being a violinist

...is not easy!!.....i LOVE  being a musician..but I wish sometimes I played an instrument that was more accepted in the general public, so I would be taken more seriously as a 'musician' rather ...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Thu, 24 Jan 2008 01:54:00 PST

Check out this event: Patrick Contreras-40 watt hype-The Super Lucky Cat

Hosted By: Patrick Contreras & the American Gypsy Experience When: Saturday Feb 02, 2008 at 8:00 PMWhere: Fresno State Satellite Union2485 E. San Ramonfresno, CA 93740United StatesDescription:Patrick ...
Posted by Patrick Contreras on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 09:24:00 PST