Ja ylon Black

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I’m a professional violinist with over 10 years in the music industry, classically trained and versatile across genres from classical to pop and soundtrack work.

About

I’m a professional violinist with over 10 years in the music industry, classically trained and versatile across genres from classical to pop and soundtrack work. I’ve built a reputation for passionate performance, strong sight-reading, and collaborative spirit in solo, chamber, orchestral, and band settings.

My career highlights span top-tier venues and media projects, including festival performances, film-scoring ensembles, live TV and award-show collaborations, and high-profile tours. I’m dedicated to delivering expressive, technically solid playing and bringing diverse musical ideas to life alongside artists and productions of all kinds.

  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Projects · 2

Here is the Intro I made for Doja Cat’s US Scarlett tour in 2023. This is all live strings and fully arranged, recorded and mixed by myself. instrumental

  • Arranger
  • Music Composer
  • Musician
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Work experience· 12 roles

Violinist · Dr. Dre 2001 Tour / No Strings AttachedJan 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

Tour performances for Dr. Dre’s 2001 Tour and related live productions.

Violinist · Beverly Hills Cop (Netflix Film)Jan 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

Contributed on-stage or screen performances for the Netflix film’s musical score.

Violinist · Patti LaBelle Live at the Hollywood BowlJan 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

Performed as violinist for Patti LaBelle's Hollywood Bowl engagement.

Violinist · Annie Tracy: Platoon SessionsJan 2023 – Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 9 mos
Violinist · iHeartRadio Music Awards – Muni LongJan 2023 – Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 9 mos
Violinist · Red Bull Symphonic – Metro BoominJan 2023 – Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 9 mos
Violinist · Kelly Clarkson on Show: Coco JonesJan 2022 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos
Violinist · Coco Jones – Love Is WarJan 2021 – Sep 2025 · 4 yrs 9 mos

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Music Education · Berkeley College of Music, Massachusetts2030 – 2020
Bachelor of Arts · Berklee College of Music, Massachusetts2030 – 2020

Certifications and awards

General/ Choral/ Instrumental Music K-12 Teaching Credential2030 – 2025
K-12 Teaching Credential (General/Choral/Instrumental Music)2030 – 2025

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