Nina Violet

Nina Violet

Nina Violet is a musician who sings and plays viola, and also uses banjo, mandolin, electric guitar and acoustic guitar. She is associated with Nina Violet & The Invisible Orchestra.

Background and musical activity

She describes herself as coming from the same home island as Willy Mason and his band, and says they have played together for a long time in different line-ups. Her music is closely tied to that island community and to her family, who also play music.

Recordings and collaborators

She is making a new record at Old Soul Studio with her sister Marciana Jones, Sam Mason and Colin Ruel. Her mother is also involved in the recording. Alongside music, she works as a farmer and gardener.

Influences

Her stated influences include the natural environment, especially the ocean and the woods, as well as her family, Willy Mason’s family and the wider island community. She also says she likes to sleep outside, particularly in a tipi.