A Lifelong Passion for the Violin

Although my early foundation was in classical music, I found the classical world to be too serious for my tastes. With a passion for jazz and pop music, I sought to create something more dynamic and expressive. This led me to team up with American singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Irv Mowrey. Together, we recorded our first album with CBS in Paris, France, followed by a second album two years later. During this time, British TV made a documentary about our musical journey titled Busker, which was filmed by the renowned cinematographer Chris Mengies.

After the birth of my first son, I took a break from music. When I returned, I decided to follow a more instrumental path, partnering with classically trained guitarist Jeffrey Edge. Together, we co-composed music that blended classical influences with jazz and pop elements. This partnership led to the creation of our niche sound, which we dubbed "crossover classical." We recorded two albums: Tears of Joy and Christmas with Watson and Edge.

It was during this period that I began to dance passionately on stage while playing my violin. I even plugged my violin into a large amplifier, creating a more dynamic and energetic performance style. It was also around this time that many of my listeners began sharing their transformative experiences with my music—stories of emotional release and reconnection with joy.

As I continued my journey, I realized my music was not only about performance—it had the power to help others heal. My mission became clear: “Helping others to let go of pain and suffering and reconnect with joyfulness.” This became the foundation of everything I do, as I aim to inspire and uplift my audience through my music.