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Virgin/Higher Octave Recording Artist Doug Cameron:

Doug Cameron is one of the true innovators of the contemporary and electric violin. With eight CD's to his credit, Cameron has long been a favorite on jazz radio internationally. An arranger and composer as well, Doug's CD's feature many of his own compositions. A veteran of the Los Angeles studio Scene, Doug has recorded and performed with a wide range of artists, including George Benson, Doc Severinsen, Tom Petty, Cher, The Allman Brothers, Dionne Warwick and many others as well as numerous motion pictures and commercials. Currently recording for the Higher Octave Label (distributed by Virgin), Doug keeps busy with his recording schedule which includes an album every year or so. He lives and records in Los Angeles, where he has a full recording studio in his home and also enjoys having the talent of many of LAs top studio musicians and recording artists at his disposal. Many jazz luminaries appear as special guests on Doug's Various CD's, including David Benoit, Lee Ritenour, Boney James, Gerald Albright, Joe Sample, Russ Freeman from The Rippingtons and Russ Ferrante from The Yellowjackets.

His latest project, Different Hats is a two CD collection, which contains music recorded in Sydney, Australia where Doug performs regularly, as well as other previously un-released material. Also included on the project are tracks from each of Doug's previous seven releases. "I'm excited about this new release as it will be a departure from my previous album projects. The C.D. will contain many recognizable pieces which I'll be performing with the Ft. Smith Symphony". Doug's previous release, Celtic Crossroads-The Uncharted Path was a unique departure from his other recordings. One of Doug's original compositions on the C.D. was produced by multi-grammy award winning producer, David Foster.

One of Doug's focuses has been working with young musicians in an inspirational master class/workshop environment. "This has truly been some of the most satisfying work I've ever done. I believe it is more important than ever that young people become exposed and involved in music. Music is a gift that I am grateful to have in my life, and its my hope to be able to share it with as many young people as possible. This summer, Doug is hosting a unique Music Camp at Sea onboard a ship sailing to Alaska. Doug will be inviting young musicians and their parents to sail onboard and will be performing with him live in concert. Its the only floating music camp that I know of!

Doug tours with his own band internationally and from time to performs as a headliner on cruise ships where has become one of the most sought after entertainers in the industry. Last year, Cameron was asked to perform on the inaugural cruise for the new Queen Mary 2 along with Shirley Bassey and other great stars.