String Groove ® publications are designed to teach improvisation to string students, teachers and professionals in the styles of jazz, rock, blues, fiddle and more. Also available are original string ensembles by Edgar Gabriel.

Winners of the 3rd Annual String Groove Contest

Ensembles for Hire As a solo violinist, leader of a string quartet or large dance orchestra, Edgar Gabriel can satisfy the needs and budget of your wedding or special event.

For hire, please contact Edgar Gabriel at (847) 253-7811.

StringFusion® is an exciting new jazz fusion ensemble from Chicago. With former Cirque du Soleil electric violinist Edgar Gabriel at the helm, this group fuses elements of rock, classical and world music into its intelligent entertaining character. 
View StringFusion video by Ben Hollis.

About Edgar Gabriel After decades of formal training and professional experience, Edgar's mission is to bring the violin back to it's rightful place as an important instrument for all types of music. This includes popular, dance, jazz, rock, in addition to customary traditional classical and fiddle music. His goal is to expand the violin audience to include everyone.