Hey there! My name is Joel Willson.
I’m a composer, songwriter, and violinist based in New Orleans, Louisiana.
What I do
I perform live
I teach
I play in the band, Minos the Saint
I make films
Accolades
Over the years I’ve scored for award-winning films, have performed in some amazing venues, was a PreSonus featured performer for NAMM, and most recently, performed at Jazz Fest.
More about me…
I was born in Baton Rouge, LA and studied Violin at Louisiana State University. I’ve been married 10 years to my lovely wife, Amy, who is a doula, and have 3 little boys that keep me very busy. I’m an NBA basketball fan. My favorite Beatle is George Harrison. I listen to all types of music but classical music has a special place in my heart–I have a tattoo of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring on my left arm: 
Photo/tattoo credit: @ratchelrob (Instagram)
Stay in touch!
I’d love to hear from you. I can be reached directly by email (“joel” at “joelwillson.com”).