Musician / Composer / Educator

Genevieve Namazzi

Genevieve is a versatile multi-instrumentalist, based in South London, predominantly performing on bass and viola. She is known for her captivating performances and a seamless blend of technical proficiency and artistic sensitivity.

Biography

South London raised multi-instrumentalist, Genevieve Namazzi, is known for her successes in her bass and viola playing.Genevieve's versatility and charm has allowed her to perform with artists such as: Beverley Knight, Robbie Williams, Clean Bandit, DON BROCO, Adam Betts, Kele Le Roc, Ni Maxine, Blue Lab Beats, Chineke! Orchestra, and many others.Her technical ability has created opportunities for her to perform in venues such as: Royal Albert Hall, London Palladium, London Stadium (Soccer Aid 2022), Amsterdam Concertgebouw, KKL Lucerne Festival 2022, Berlin Konzerthaus (Medici TV), Royal Festival Hall, We Out Here, BBC Radio Solent, The Wolverhampton Grand, The Rose Theatre Kingston, Chichester Festival Theatre, London Jazz Festival, Brick Lane Jazz Festival, KOKO, Turner Sims, and Foyles to name a few.Studying at Southampton University, where she achieved a first-class honours in Music BA studying viola and bass, she was under the tutorage and guidance of Jasper Høiby, Bas Terraz, and Sophie Renshaw. Since moving back to London in 2024, she has been inspired and encouraged to extend her versatility as a jazz musician, mentored by Tomorrow's Warriors co-founder, Gary Crosby OBE.Her endeavours have been supported through the help of Cherubim Music Trust, Dorothy Grinstead Memorial Fund, Help Musicians and Tomorrow's Warriors.In addition to her successful undergraduate degree, Southampton University has awarded her the 'Hazel Muras-Osborn Prize' and 'Thomas Seltz Prize' for her contributions to the Jazz and Pop Department and her compositional dissertation.Genevieve's enthusiasm for musical opportunity is evident. From pioneering the UK premier tour of Marie and Rosetta (double bass) to performing with Southampton's first live Ibiza orchestra (Club Classics Orchestra on viola), she has proved reliable, versatile and extraordinarily adaptable.As she continues to perform, teach and compose, she is looking forward to a bright and successful future.

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News and Gigs

Genevieve is currently gigging across the country. Keep updated on her Instagram page!

JUNE 2025
14/06- St Mark's Players, Andrew @ St George's Church Hall, Beckenham
22/06- Emily Tran Trio @ Teddington Riverside Jazz Festival
25/06- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
26/06- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
27/06- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
28/06- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
30/06- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival TheatreJULY 2025
1/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
2/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
4/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
5/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
7/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
8/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
9/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
10/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
11/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
14/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
15/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
16/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
17/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
18/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
19/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
22/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
23/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
24/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
25/07- Marie and Rosetta @ Chichester Festival Theatre
26/07- Marie and Rosetta Matinee & Evening @ Chichester Festival Theatre
31/07- The Songs of Ashton Moore @ St Paul's the Actor's Church, Covent GardenAUGUST 2025
01/08- Club Classics Orchestra @ Eastleigh Football Club, Southampton
03/08- Tomorrow's Warriors Extraordinary Showcase @ Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer
16/08- Emily Tran Quintet @ We Out Here Festival
17/08- Shanise Hall @ We Out Here Festival
17/08- Tomorrow's Warriors Big Band @ We Out Here FestivalMORE
Music is being written and gigs are being performed...
Keep updated on my Instagram! @greasiest_g

lessons

Please get in touch, via email, if you are interested in taking instrumental lessons in: Double bass, Bass guitar, Violin, Viola or music theory.Genevieve's teaching practices aim to inspire, encourage and challenge pupils regardless of standard or background. Whether an individual aims for a distinction in graded exams or learn an instrument for fun, Genevieve will ensure that each aspiration is kept centre to each musical journey.

Please send any email enquiries regarding lessons, bookings or endorsements to my email or complete form. Feel free to also just say hi!

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