Grammy nominated improvisational violinist Carole Mayedo is considered the first female electric violinist on the planet. As a youngster she studied classically with Constance Seeger mother of renowned folk artist Pete Seeger. In recognition of her talent, she received a full scholarship to study violin at the prestigious College-Conservatory of Music of the University of Cincinnati, earning a Master of Music degree.

Classically, she has performed with many symphonies and chamber music groups and is an outstanding music educator. Her exploration and improvisation of other musical styles includes folk, bluegrass, blues, funk, country, rock, Latin jazz, and fusion.

Unique and innovative she received a Grammy nomination in 2011 for her work on the PapaHugs children’s album “Are We There Yet?” Dazzling and daring, Carole received a gold record for her creative contribution on Neil Young’s album “American Stars and Bars”. Singer/songwriter/electric violinist, she released her solo album “First Flight” in 1983 on Gem records.

A shining performer, she has shared the stage with Neil Young, Crazy Horse, Jefferson Starship, Papa John Creech, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Nicolette Larson, Yesterday Today and Tomorrow, Barry Melton, Jimmy Witherspoon, Pat Wilder, Pablo Cruz, the Doobie Brothers, the Kim Carnes Band, Jorge Bermudez and Pete Escovedo among others. Carole has appeared at many festivals including the Lucerne Blues festival, Monterrey Bay Blues festival, and the Tribal Stomp.