Classically trained
Winslow Davis plays several different instruments, sings and writes music. ‘Tho his appearances each Saturday at
Humphrey’s (for the three years HuntsvilleMusic.com has been up) are electric violin focused.
During a break,
Winslow said that his music works well at a restaurant like
Humphreys because violin music doesn’t demand listener attention.
I must respectfully disagree Winslow.
Your music works well to a crowd like Humphrey’s Brunch because it sounds incredible and makes the listener feel good. Just watching him perform transmits the same positive feelings. The way he swings, bounces and sways, while occasionally looking up with a smile towards the audience, is infectious in itself.
He uses some prerecorded backing music. Most of it consists of subtle bass and percussion, with occasional guest appearances by guitar and other instruments. It’s clear that the backing music is carefully chosen so that the beauty of the violin shines.
He performed some songs I recognized and others I did not. However… no matter if I recognized the song or not, they were all an enjoyable listen. Very.
If it sounds like I was enamored by his music, I was and I am. And I’m guessing, most people will also. I enjoyed an added attraction of watching a couple of kids dance to the happiness transmitted by his music. I felt like doing the same thing! Maybe next time!
Winslow Davis is a “must hear” in my opinion. Catch him almost weekly at
Humphrey’s Bar & Grill on Saturdays 11-2 for brunch. He’s also part of a duo called
Redstone Avenue where is plays guitar and sings.