Violinist Emily Ann Thompson's rich sound, energetic style, & passionate playing has made her an audience favorite. Being a performer of many styles (Celtic, classical, rock, & other world music), her diverse musical background comes out in the music, making for fresh and unique solos.  Her main jazz influences include Stephane Grappelli, John Coltrane, Oscar Peterson, Mark O’Connor, and Sarah Caswell, the latter two with whom she has studied.  Her jazz performance venues include Eiteljorg Summer Concert Series, Chef Joseph’s, Chatterbox, Depauw University, Sangiovese, The Aristocrat, and Big Woods Bloomington.