FUSE LINZI STOPPARD & BEN LEE LAUNCH NEW AUDI A6 UNVEILED IN JAMAICA

The world's leading electric violin duo FUSE (Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee) launch the new Audi A6 for ATL Autohaus in Kingston Jamaica with a performance infront of 600 VIP guests and dignitaries.

FUSE LAUNCH NEW AUDI A6 IN JAMAICA

THE runway at the Tinson Pen Aerodome provided the perfect setting for the world’s leading violin duo to unveiling of the new Audi A6.

ATL-branded 'flight attendants' lined either side of the red carpet leading up to the Sandals hangar where the car stood undercover before it was revealed.

It was time for the ATL deputy chairman Adam Stewart to switch gears to introducing the evening's 'special guest' - the 2012 Audi A6 unveiled to the live soundtrack of violin stars Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee, aka FUSE.

FUSE came to global prominence after their critically celebrated album “FUSE” was released by edel/Universal. Linzi and Ben turned their backs on cross-over clichés and took the violin world on a journey that re-wrote the benchmark releasing a 14 track album of lovingly interpreted anthems taking the listener on an uplifting journey never heard before.

Tracks include ‘Beat It’ by Michael Jackson and Coldplay’s ‘Fix You’, hits by Kiss, Led Zeppelin and Europe.

In 2010/11 FUSE performed live on TV to audiences of over 200 million including appearances on GQ Men of the Year Awards, headlining the Istanbul Cross-Over Festival, London & Paris Fashion Weeks, several performances at the Royal Albert Hall and Glastonbury Festival. FUSE showed the electric violin could be just as versatile with the right imagination and virtuoso intent.

From the stage between 2 gleaming Audi A6s FUSE thrilled 600 guests with their stunning visual and musical experience, followed by a special encore on the satellite stage outside the hanger infront of Jamaica’s fastest car – the AUDI TT DTM race car.

"In my 25 years in the industry, it's the first time that I have ever been to two functions of this magnitude in one day, " said Diego Ramos, vice president of Audi for Latin America and the Caribbean.

"This new A6 is the business car of the world. It is ideal for successful people...like entrepreneurs, lawyers and engineers. It's for anyone who appreciates technology and performance," he said.

This seventh-generation A6 sedan is over 16 feet long and six wide. Its optional LED headlight gives the vehicle its distinctive appearance. The numerous aluminium components and the high-tech steels reduce its weight roughly by 66 pounds.

"We have the three-litre, V-6 supercharge Audi, which moves from 0 to 62 mph in 5.9 seconds. We also have the 2.8-litre, with an eight-speed multitronic transmission and the two-litre, four-cylinder with an eight-speed multitronic transmission," Stewart told his audience. "And, the styling, the safety features and the number of options these cars have, is mind blowing."

With other German brands squarely in Audi's sights, Stewart asked if there was anyone present who wanted to drive the A6. There were many takers and, when the hangar's doors were opened, they duly went outside to the roar of Doug Gore speeding on the tarmac in his Audi TT race car, eager to get a feel of the more sedate A6.

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Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee The Worlds Leading Violin Duo FUSE Headline At The Global Fashion Awards.

FUSE LINZI STOPPARD & BEN LEE THE WORLD’S LEADING ELECTRIC VIOLIN DUO CELEBRATES WGSN AND SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS GLOBAL FASHION AWARDS IN NYC.

FUSE THE WORLD’S LEADING ELECTRIC VIOLIN DUO CELEBRATES WGSN AND SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS GLOBAL FASHION AWARDS WGSN, the global authority on style and design trends, hosted the second annual Global Fashion Awards in New York City.

The Awards were created in 2010 to recognize and reward innovative international talent and achievement within the fashion industry. The Global Fashion Awards, with a panel of judges and industry tastemakers, nominated a carefully selected shortlist of brands and designers for sixteen categories.

Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee The Worlds Leading Violin Duo FUSE Headline At The Global Fashion Awards.Welcome visit Our WebSite:http://www.fuseofficial.com/

Special guest presenters announced the winning nominee in each category at a celebratory champagne reception and gala dinner at Gotham Hall, 1356 Broadway, New York, NY 10018.

The world’s leading electric violin duo, FUSE’s Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee wowed guests with their stunning brand of visual and musical entertainment. Linzi and Ben are the only violin group to be sponsored by Swarovski Elements, who produced an exclusive one-off pair of Swarovski Crystal violins to celebrate the release of FUSE’s album.

“The Global Fashion Awards is a truly global event. Attracting entries from countries such as the USA, the UK, Israel, China, Norway, Australia, Japan, China, India, France, Mexico, Brazil, Italy, Sweden, Spain and Hong Kong.

With an impressive judging panel this is the only award that celebrates innovation and excellence on a unique peer-to-peer platform.” Lauretta Roberts, WGSN Global Fashion Awards Director.

SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, as a committed supporter of emerging talent and creativity, were the partner of the evening and supplied the beautifully crafted Global Fashion Awards’ trophies for the prestigious 2011 SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Fashion Award.

“Swarovski has always recognized excellence in fashion and design right from the time our company was founded in 1895. It is for this reason that we feel we are natural supporting partners for the 2011 WGSN Global Fashion Awards.

We are delighted to be able to continue to support and nurture outstanding emerging talent,” said Nadja Swarovski, Vice President of International Communications & Creative Director, Swarovski.

Gotham Hall was decorated with bespoke installations made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS. The FUSE performance was the perfect compliment to this exclusive event performing hits from their rock anthems album. The FUSE Signature Swarovski violins are the most expensive electric violins ever made, each violin has over 50,000 crystal, individually applied by hand.

Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee launched these incredible works of art to the world’s media in-store at Harrods at a press call where the stunning instruments were later displayed in a bullet proof case on the iconic Egyptian escalator for everyone to see.

The special guest presenters included Whitney Port, Brad Goreski, Coco Rocha, Mary Alice Stephenson, Ariana Rockefeller, Fern Mallis and Eugenia Silva alongside Nadja Swarovski, Anna Sui, Stephanie Winston Wilkoff and host Robert Verdi. Liam Gallagher, Jessica White, Ann Dexter Jones and Charlotte Ronson were just some of the evening’s attendees. Award winners included:

Most Influential Designer, Womenswear: Erdem
Breakthrough Brand or Retailer: Pretty Green
Best Etailer: Net-a-Porter
Breakthrough Designer: Michael Cinco
Most Influential Designer, Footwear and/or Accessories: Acne
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FUSE, the String Duo that are the new String Quartet of the Music Industry

FUSE, is virtuoso electric violinists Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee.

Four million views on YouTube and counting. No electric string quartet can compete.

Performed to TV audiences in excess of two hundred million in 2010.

The only string group in the world to perform on £1M Swarovski Crystal violins.

Soloists and string quartets are yesterday's news...FUSE is at the top of their game!

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"Linzi Stoppard And Swarovski Violin Breaks World Record"

The FUSE violin duo and Swarovski Crystal joined forces to create the world's most expensive pair of electric violins ever made setting a new World Record! Each FUSE Signature Swarovski violins is worth over $1,500,000.

FUSE are virtuoso violinists Linzi Stoppard, former model and daughter-in-law of Sir Tom Stoppard, and Ben Lee, the 2-time Fastest Violin Player in the world Guinness World Record holder. Linzi and Ben formed this dynamic violin duo in 2008. Both classically trained for the age of 4 and 5 respectively Linzi and Ben explored the boundaries of the acoustic violin but both by different routes decided the electric variation of the instrument was where they wanted to be. At the time classical cross-over was just being born, it was the natural extension for the acoustic instrument but it wasn't long before both of these world leading musicians coincidentally decided the boundaries needed to be pushed. More and more violinists were switching to cross-over and ultimately ended up performing the same unimaginative music. this was too mundane for Linzi and Ben and hence lead to their fortuitous meeting.

Linzi had carved herself a special niche performing around the world at A-list events with her dance/club variation of the cross-over sound and within a short few months was in global demand. But her passion lay more towards the world of rock. However the instrument of choice for rock music was the guitar but Linzi was convinced the violin could be as versatile as the more common place guitar. In order to really prove the impossible Linzi knew two was better than one to produce the harmonies, light and dark, arrangements and of course the performance necessary to accompany this more dynamic, high impact and ultimately more powerful musical direction. Welcome Ben Lee.

Ben had come from the indie session world, he was the first pick for cool bands who wanted to add the string flavour to their tracks. He was also the "fastest fingers" at the Royal College which would come to prominence later in FUSE's meteoric rise. Ben understood the value of affecting the violin sound that Linzi was after, taking it away from the monotone drown other violin acts were using. Linzi and Ben locked themselves away rehearsal rooms, beg and borrowing whatever equipment they could lay their hands on to develop a sound that was way beyond anything before. After two or three months of experimenting with guitar analogue valve amps, processors and the obligatory digital wizardry the FUSE sound was born. It was fresh, exciting, high energy and took the violin to a place never heard before.

Six months later and the eponymous debut album was demoed and in the melting pot with some of the major rock labels. A deal followed shortly and FUSE were label mates with the likes of Prince, Simple Minds, The Police, Stevie Wonder and Kiss. The album is a collection of rock anthems, but Linzi and Ben's classical routes and influences are still there to be heard woven into tracks like Led Carmina, Fix You, Beat It and the lead track Glorious.

FUSE had aligned themselves with music royalty - so far such exclusive collaborations with Swarovski had been limited to artists such as Michael Jackson, Beyonce, Madonna and Taylor Swift. With this sort of exclusivity the new Swarovski Signature Violins were in need of a special introduction and where better than Harrods, the most aspirational store in the world.

Once Linzi and Ben presented their "Swarovskis" to the directors of Harrods it was forgone conclusion; they adored them. It was straight to the drawing board to organise a launch to coincide with the release of FUSE's new album. There were many options in-store for FUSE to present their Swarovskis to the media but take one look at the Egyptian Escalator and it was clear this is where it would take place. It is iconic within Harrods and the main artery connecting all 5 floors. FUSE revealed their Signature Violins at a media call in-store and then the instruments were displayed in a bullet proof glass case at the top of the escalator for the public to view.

Linzi Stoppard of FUSE said, “These violins are incredible, just stunning – the light explodes off the Swarovski crystals. We love the fact that whilst they have become pieces of art, we can still play the songs from our new album ‘FUSE’ on them.

David Miller, Director of Harrods Home commented “We are delighted to welcome FUSE to our world-famous store to celebrate the launch of their debut album.” He went on to say “Harrods is renowned for enhancing its customers’ shopping experience’ and added ‘On this occasion, our customers will have the chance to catch a glimpse of these extraordinary masterpieces which will be exhibited on the fifth floor of the iconic Egyptian Escalators until 2nd June.”

In the violin world FUSE were catapulted to a completely new level, the package was irresistible - Beautiful looking violinists, a new and modern sound, the twist on a classical instrument now clad in thousands of crystal creating a new world record in doing so, along side Ben's two Violin Speed World Records, no violin group had managed to create such a wealth of interest, angles and attention when first bursting on to the scene.

More power to their elbows!

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Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee as FUSE Support Music Legend Dionne Warwick And The Financial Community To Raise A Million Pounds For The Prince's Trust

Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee as FUSE joined the music legend Dionne Warwick and financial communities raising a record amount for The Prince's Trust at the Invest in Futures Gala Dinner supported by Bank of America Merrill Lynch.

The Invest in Futures Gala Dinner, took place at the Natural History Museum to raise vital funds to help disadvantaged young people into work.

The annual dinner, which unites recording artists, hedge fund leaders and financiers from around the world, raised more than £1 million for The Trust, the largest sum ever raised at the event since its launch in 2005.

Joan Collins, Dionne Warwick, FUSE (Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee), Kate Aidie, Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster joined city high-fliers to raise record funds for The Prince’s Trust, at one of the most important fundraisers in the calendar. Grammy award-winning legend, Dionne Warwick, performed at the fundraiser, which was hosted by Clive Anderson. Supporting the music icon was the world's most coveted electric violin virtuosos, FUSE, consisting of Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee who also entertained guests with their unique take on several classic rock songs.

Proud ambassadors of The Prince's Trust, FUSE rose to prominence after their debut album last year. The only string group to be sponsored by Swarovski they performed on their exclusive crystal violins literally adding a sparkle to the proceedings. In 2010 Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee have performed live on TV to an audience of over 100 million plus appearances at GQ Men of the Year Awards, Glastonbury and London Fashion Week. The duo’s breakthrough debut album, ‘FUSE’ bridges the gap between classical and pop music and the album features 14 anthems including ‘Beat It’ by Michael Jackson and Coldplay’s ‘Fix You’.

Other celebrity ambassadors of The Prince’s Trust pledged their support by offering exclusive auction lots including a meet and greet with Lewis Hamilton and an acting workshop led by Kevin Spacey with Prince’s Trust young people. Sir Paul McCartney and Sting joined them by donating signed memorabilia including a Fender bass guitar.

A master class with dance group Flawless and a lithograph created and signed by the youth charity’s founder and president, HRH The Prince of Wales, was also auctioned off for the good cause.

Julian Barrell, Director of Fundraising at The Prince’s Trust, said: "Nine hundred and fifty one thousand 16 to 24-year-olds are currently out of work - the highest number since records began in 1992. The generosity of our Invest in Future guests will help us give thousands of these young people a second chance in life, boosting their confidence and helping them into jobs."

Jonathan Moulds, president, Europe at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, said: "The Prince’s Trust invests in the future of more than 40,000 disadvantaged young people every year, with more than three out of four moving into work, education or training. We believe that this phenomenal success rate speaks volumes about the importance of giving youngsters a second chance to achieve their potential. We are delighted that others from the financial community have joined Bank of America Merrill Lynch in supporting this very worthy cause."

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Linzi Stoppard Top Tips For Learning The Electric Violin.

Linzi Stoppard is a virtuoso electric violinist whose international reputation was built off the back of her powerful solo performances that stayed with her audiences and fans long after the show was over.

Now Linzi is one half of the rock electric violin duo FUSE - wanting to stay away from the over crowded classical cross-over cliches Linzi and her fellow band mate, violinist Ben Lee, FUSE purposefully decided to re-invent what is widely considered to be a traditional instrument with a completely new sound - ROCK! FUSE's contemporary ideas and step away from the classical-cliche sound are beyond reproach...this is the most talked-about and acclaimed string act in recent times.

Their breakthrough debut album was released in 2010 and quickly earned the duo the reputation as the "most innovative string act for over a generation. Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee harness their exclusive Signature Swarovski Crystal Bridge electric violins and seize classic Rock anthems and put them through the FUSE wringer! Each bespoke violin was created by Swarovski to celebrate FUSE's new album. With 50,000 crystals per instrument, everyone individually hand applied these working examples and also pieces of art. Linzi and Ben debuted them to the media in-store at Harrods where they were displayed to the public. The pair of violins are worth over £2,0000,000.

Linzi's powerful, commanding and sassy performances leaves fans wanting more - the Princess of the electric violin world aims to raise the bar for electric violinists the world over, appealing to audiences of all ages. FUSE's music has no language barriers so the limits are endless.

Each year FUSE dedicates time and performances to a range of charities in UK and abroad. Recently this has included children's charities that have lead Linzi and Ben to elementary schools where they showcase their talents, explaining how and why they decided to break the mould. Linzi and Ben hope to inspire young musicians that the electric violin can be a real alternative to the more commonplace guitar.

If you are interested in learning to play the electric violin here are Linzi's top tips:

1.) Buy yourself a starter electric violin and amp combo from Ebay. check that it works, if you can.

2.) Learn the basics, such as scales, and bowing techniques, from a couple of How to Play the Violin books, and DVD's.

3.) Sign up through a local college for some group violin lessons, and mix with like-minded people.

4.) Use your musical influences to experiment and develop your own sounds.

5.) Never stop believing in yourself, and take every opportunity to get out thee, and play live. If I can do it, you can!"

Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee headline performance on the Rocky Steps, Philadelphia for Lankenau's 150th anniversary

Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee, aka FUSE, entertain more than 550 friends and supporters of Lankenau with a special performance at the Philadelphia Museum of Art to celebrated the institution's 150th anniversary.

This spectacular evening marked not only the milestone of 150 years of defining medicine, but the significant renaming of Lankenau's campus as Lankenau Medical Center. The Gala, which grossed more than $1 million to advance Lankenau's mission of providing world-class healthcare services. Both President Barack Obama and Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell have congratulated Lankenau on its 150th anniversary with proclamations.

Proceeds from the Gala will support patient programs and services and further benefit the campus renaissance of Lankenau Medical Center — a multi-year, multi-million dollar initiative to renovate and expand our campus in an effort to combine state-of-the-art facilities and technology with Lankenau's nation award-wining care.

To honour this historic occasion FUSE, the world's leading and most coveted electric violin group flew in from London to entertain the VIPs guests with their trademark brand of rock violin anthems. To literally add a sparkle to proceedings Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee performed on their exclusive Swarovski Crystal violins worth an astonishing $1,500,000 each. Following in the footsteps of international superstars Madonna, Michael Jackson and Kylie Minogue, FUSE's Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee joined forces with Swarovski to embellish each of their bespoke Bridge instruments with an incredible 50,000 crystals each, every one hand-applied, creating the world's most expensive electric violins.

FUSE bridges the gap between pop, classical and heavy metal. Wanting to stand out from the crowd Linzi and Ben purposely stayed away from the classical cliches developing the unmistakable FUSE sound using analogue guitar backline and valve amps mixed with the latest technical wizardry. The results were breakthrough culminating with the release of their new album in 2010 on Universal.

The album features 14 lovingly interpreted anthems taking the listener on an uplifting journey never heard before. Tracks include 'Beat It' by Michael Jackson and Coldplay's 'Fix You', hits by Kiss, Led Zeppelin and Europe. In 2010 FUSE performed live on TV to audiences of over 200 million including appearances on GQ Men of the Year Awards, headlining the Istanbul Cross-Over Festival, London & Paris Fashion Weeks, several performances at the Royal Albert Hall and Glastonbury.

With the event being held at such a towering landmark where better for FUSE to perform than on the museum steps made famous by the film Rocky - The Rocky Steps.

The Philadelphia Museum of Art was established in 1876 in conjunction with the Centennial Exposition of the same year. The Museum, at that time housed in the Centennial Exposition's Memorial Hall, opened its doors to the public on May 10, 1877 but construction of the current building began in 1919. The institution describes itself as "one of the largest museums in the United States", and its collections comprise more than 225,000 objects.

Besides being known for its architecture and collections, the Philadelphia Museum of Art has in recent decades become an icon of American cultural, and perhaps spiritual, life, thanks to the symbolic role it has played in the Rocky films--Rocky (1976) and four of its five sequels, II, III, V and Rocky Balboa. Visitors to the museum can frequently be seen mimicking Rocky's famous run up the front steps, now known widely as the "Rocky Steps". A bronze statue of Rocky was briefly placed at the top of the steps for the filming of Rocky III.

These steps made a stunning backdrop for FUSE's entrance track Fleetwood Mac's The Chain, followed up by Coldplay's aptly named hit Fix You.



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Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee's Swarovski Crystal Violins World Tour

The FUSE Signature Swarovski Crystal violins belong to the virtuoso rock electric violin rock duo, FUSE - the Prince and Princess of the violin world Ben Lee and Linzi Stoppard.

FUSE bridges the gap between pop, classical and heavy metal music. Wanting to make their mark Linzi and Ben purposely stayed away from the classical cliches developing the unmistakable FUSE sound using analogue guitar backline and valve amps mixed with the latest technical wizardry. After 3 months of experimenting the closely guarded combination was born.

The album features 14 lovingly interpreted anthems taking the listener on an uplifting journey never heard before. Tracks include ‘Beat It’ by Michael Jackson and Coldplay’s ‘Fix You’, hits by Kiss, Led Zeppelin and Europe. In 2010/11 FUSE performed live on TV to audiences of over 200 million including appearances on GQ Men of the Year Awards, headlining the Istanbul Cross-Over Festival, London & Paris Fashion Weeks, several performances at the Royal Albert Hall and Glastonbury. The duo’s debut album, ‘FUSE’ is available on Edel Records / Universal Music. The next year will see the world's leading violin group take their thrilling show across the Far East and Asia before ending in the States.

FUSE are already finding friends in the rock fraternity who appreciate what they do. After raving, “I love what you’ve done, how did you get that sound?”, Francis Rossi appears on the album version of Quo’s ‘Down Down’, Nick Mason of Pink Floyd offered his services as a drummer and Roger Daltrey asked Linzi and Ben to support him!

The FUSE duo are the only string group in the world to be officially sponsored by Swarovski Crystal who created an exclusive one-off pair of Fuse Signature Crystal Violins worth over One Million Pound each. Following in the footsteps of international superstars Madonna, Michael Jackson and Kylie Minogue, FUSE's Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee joined forces with Swarovski to embellish each of their bespoke Bridge instruments with an incredible 50,000 crystals each, every one hand-applied, creating the world's most expensive electric violins. When ever Linzi and Ben pick up a bow their exclusive Swarovski Crystal violins are always in the other hand, creating quite literally a bedazzling experience.

These incredible works of art were unveiled by Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee to the world's media in-store at Harrods, London. Harrods is renowned for enhancing its customers’ shopping experience so this was the perfect place to give customers the chance to catch a glimpse of these extraordinary masterpieces. The FUSE violins were exhibited on the fifth floor of the iconic Egyptian Escalators.

Following on from the London debut FUSE have exhibited the Swarovskis around the world taking in on their travels Hong Kong, Monaco, Berlin, Seoul, Chicago, Moscow and more...

Linzi Stoppard of FUSE said, “These violins are incredible, just stunning – the light explodes off the Swarovski crystals. We love the fact that whilst they have become pieces of art, we can still play the songs from our new album ‘FUSE’ on them.

The Swarovski company has been making the finest lead glass crystal for over 100 years. It began in 1895 when Daniel Swarovski founded Swarovski Crystal after working for many years on a precision faceting machine. The combination of fine crystal and precision cutting made the Swarovski name famous. The keys to their success were Daniel’s patented precision crystal cutting machine and the their demand for the very finest quality crystal available.

By 1913 the Swarovski Company built their own production plant to perfect the formula for flawless crystal. Their goal was to create the very finest crystal in the world and to meet production demands that were growing every year. These stone caused quite a stir in the fashion world of the 1920s and demand grew worldwide. Aurora Borealis was the next innovation in the crystal fashion world in 1956. Crystals were coated with an almost imperceptible layer of metal to give the stone a rainbow sparkle. Manfred Swarovski, Daniel's grandson worked with Christian Dior to perfect this process.

1977 saw the introduction of Cubic Zirconia - the imitation stone that most closely matches a natural stone in sparkle and brilliance. CZ jewellery was all the rage and produced a revolution in the jewellery business. In 1995 Swarovski celebrated 100 years of the worlds finest crystal and opened the “Swarovski Kristallwelten” a manmade grotto filled with the most magnificent crystal creations. Crystal Tattoos were announced in 1999 and now they could be attached directly on the body, no fabric required. Demand for these gems as well as all the other Swarovski products is growing steadily.

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LINZI STOPPARD AND BEN LEE LAUNCH THE NEW ALFA ROMEO "GIULIETTA"

Rock violin duo Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee, aka FUSE, marked the return of the Alfa Romeo car franchise to Guernsey.

The internationally renowned duo, were performing with their £1,000,000GBP Swarovski encrusted instruments at the launch, at The Markets Inner Street.

Le Mont Saint Garage is now one of only a small number of dealerships across the UK that operate three Fiat Group brands together.

Le Mont Saint Garage’s managing director Dave Beausire said the performance by FUSE was a way to mark the event in style. “We are now one of only a small number of dealerships outside of continental Europe that’s can boast the Fiat, Abarth and now Alfa Romeo brands and we wanted to do something special to show off this huge achievement by a family- operated Guernsey company.”

FUSE is rock electric violinists, Ben Lee and Linzi Stoppard, known as the "prince and princess of the violin world". The FUSE duo are the only string group in the world to be officially sponsored by Swarovski Crystal who created an exclusive one-off pair of Fuse Signature Crystal Violins worth over One Million Pound each. Following in the footsteps of international superstars Madonna, Michael Jackson and Kylie Minogue, FUSE's Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee joined forces with Swarovski to embellish each of their bespoke Bridge instruments with an incredible 50,000 crystals each, every one hand-applied, creating the world's most expensive electric violins.

In 2010 Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee have performed live on TV to an audience of over 100 million plus appearances at GQ Men of the Year Awards, Glastonbury and London Fashion Week. The duo’s breakthrough debut album, ‘FUSE’ is available on Edel Records / Universal Music. FUSE bridges the gap between classical and pop music and the album features 14 anthems including ‘Beat It’ by Michael Jackson and Coldplay’s ‘Fix You’.

The new Giulietta, designed by the Alfa Romeo Style Centre, is a five-door hatchback, with strong Alfa Romeo design cues, equipped with impressive dynamic capability for the most demanding routes, while providing comfort on everyday journeys. This is thanks to its new Compact platform which, in conjunction with the refined technical solutions employed for the suspension, the dual pinion active steering, and high quality materials and manufacturing technologies implemented, allows the Giulietta to achieve excellent performance both in terms of on-board comfort as well as dynamic and safety features (active and passive).

The name of the new car is an obvious tribute to the mythical Giulietta which in the Fifties caught the imagination of generations of car enthusiasts, making the dream of owning an Alfa Romeo, with its high level of comfort and technical excellence, possible for the first time.

The new Alfa Giulietta introduces an entirely new platform – referred to as Compact – designed to satisfy the most demanding customers in terms of road-holding, agility and safety. It ensures both exceptional dynamic performance and high comfort levels, thanks to the refined technical solutions employed for the suspension, a new-generation steering system, a light and rigid structure created from materials such as aluminium and high-strength steels, and avant-garde manufacturing techniques.

A perfect blend of sportiness and style, the new Alfa Giulietta redefines the Brand’s technological standards and emotional values. Frontal styling is a development of Alfa’s trademark triangular grille, with a brand new interpretation of the classic shield, embedded in the front bumper and suspended between the air vents.

The new Giulietta range also includes the trademark 235 HP Giulietta 1750 TBi Quadrifoglio Verde (Cloverleaf), a legendary Alfa Romeo symbol which has competed on tracks all over the world. Equipped with the highest-performing engine in the range, this version stands out for its thoroughbred sports styling, guaranteeing best-in-class driving pleasure and surprisingly low fuel consumption for this power rating.


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Linzi Stoppard and her violin duo FUSE launch plus perform at Fashion For The Brave

On September 6th electric violinist Linzi Stoppard launched Fashion For The Brave modelling an exclusive Jasper Conran bespoke Union Flag dress at the Household Cavalry Barracks in Hyde Park, London.

The Household Cavalry joined top British fashion designers that include Matthew Williamson, Betty Jackson, Bruce Oldfield, Jasper Conran, Ben De Lisi and Caroline Charles at an A list fundraising event which supported Help for Heroes, ABF the Soldiers Charity as well as The Household Cavalry Operational Casualties Fund. Fashion For The Brave (first of what will be an annual event) took place at The Dorchester on October 26th 2010 with guests that included Sir Philip Green, Sir Roger Moore etc.

At the press launch and photo call Angela Rippon OBE (who hosted the evening and spoke on behalf of the three charities at the press launch) joined model / electronic violinist Linzi Stoppard who was accompanied by mounted and dismounted cavalry troopers as well as wounded troopers who have recently returned from Afghanistan. Also present was be co-founder of Help for Heroes Bryn Parry, General Sir Evelyn Webb-Carter of ABF The Soldiers Charity and Captain Alistair Galloway of The Household Cavalry Operational Casualties Fund.
Beaming broadly - and feeling just a little nervous - Linzi Stoppard mounted a cavalry black gelding called Tweedale, wearing a long Union Flag ball-gown and six-inch red satin platforms from Gina.

Her equestrian exploit was staged to officially launch 'Fashion for the Brave', the unique charity initiative which unites British fashion and British forces. Fashion for the Brave, was staged at The Dorchester Hotel, on October 26th, marking the first time in the 350-year-old history of The Household Cavalry, that the regiment has ever taken part in such an event.

Linzi Stoppard launching Fashion For The Brave at the Hyde Park Barracks... 'Fashion for the Brave' was be a black tie gala which raised funds for three military charities. The fundraising event managed to donate hundreds of thousand of pounds to the charities.

More than 50 of the country's leading designers and heritage brands featured in the evening's fashion show, including Jasper Conran, Matthew Williamson, Bruce Oldfield, Victoria Beckham, Julien Macdonald, Betty Jackson, Paul Smith, John Rocha, Caroline Charles, Philip Treacy, Stephen Jones, Holland & Holland, Aquascutum, Austin Reed, Barbour, and Frank Usher.

The Dorchester hotel was transformed with high-impact, show-stopping installations and ceremonial appearances from The Household Cavalry.

The evening was be hosted by Angela Rippon, OBE, with a special performance by FUSE, featuring Linzi Stoppard, and The Dismounted Band of The Household Cavalry.

Jaguar Land Rover has donated the star auction item of a limited edition 2011 Range Rover, valued at over £100,000. The auction also featured items donated by Dame Helen Mirren, Stephen Webster, Joanna Lumley and Stephen Fry.

FUSE are virtuoso musicians Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee who, on their self-titled debut album, harness their bespoke signature Bridge electric violins and take Rock tracks that people love and radically but lovingly reinterpret them. As Linzi says, “It’s completely fresh, no one thought that what we do was even possible. Someone recently said, ‘The album is great but I can’t hear as much of the violins as I’d like’. Everything you hear is violins! The style that we use when we play is more akin to that of a guitar player, with more soul and electricity – literally! We chose work from artists that are huge stadium acts, and that’s where we want to be. It is that big and that powerful - get some ear plugs! We specialise in blowing away people’s preconceptions.”

What FUSE do is unique but they feel that the tracks that they reinvent are not untouchable. “We’re unafraid to cover classic rock tracks,” says Ben. “Don’t forget that all “classical” music today is cover versions of music by pop stars from the last 300 years! What we do can have a truly global appeal; there are no language barriers. Whilst we’re a string band, people can sing along to the choruses that we all know”.

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Linzi Stoppard Launches Fashion for the Brave and a Performance with FUSE for the Fundraising Gala at the Dorchester Hotel, London

Fashion for the Brave is the British Fashion Industry’s luxurious show of support for the armed forces with a fundraising target set at £1 million pounds. The highlight at this black tie gala will be a star studded fashion show followed by an exclusive performance by world class violinists Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee, FUSE.
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Linzi Stoppard looked absolutely stunning in a bespoke Jasper Conran Union Flag dress flanked by mount Household Cavalry Guards at the Hyde Park Barracks...

Fashion for the Brave is the first time in the Household Cavalry’s 350-year history they have collaborated in such an event. It was, however, a beautiful example of how the fashion industry can support the armed services and a great promotion of the work they do and the sacrifices they make.

The event was announced to the media with a photo call by electric violinist and model Linzi Stoppard at the Hyde Park Barracks. Linzi Stoppard wore a bespoke Union Flag dress by British designer Jasper Conran, with mounted cavalry from the Household Guard.

Especially to celebrate the occasion 100 foot high Union flags projected onto the front of The Dorchester hotel Park Lane, London, hosted the inaugural gala event including a silent auction featuring paintings of the Queen, original photography of Marilyn Monroe, a luxury Range Rover and international holidays, the charity was aiming to raise £1million last night. No word yet on the final tally, but the bids ran high.

Electric rock violinists Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee as FUSE joined forces with classical vocalist Helene Horlyck and opened the main event performing on their exclusive Swarovski FUSE Signature encrusted violins worth over £1,000,000 each, before Hilary Alexander of the Telegraph introduced the fashion show which featured swimsuits by Melissa Odabesh and Heidi Klein, a salute to style in Temperley, Mary Katrantzou and Topshop, and closed with all things red, white and blue from Julien Macdonald, Matthew Williamson, Alexander McQueen and Stella McCartney,and Victoria Beckham.

FUSE are virtuoso musicians Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee who, on their self-titled debut album, harness their bespoke signature Bridge electric violins and take Rock tracks that people love and radically but lovingly reinterpret them. As Linzi says, “It’s completely fresh, no one thought that what we do was even possible. Someone recently said, ‘The album is great but I can’t hear as much of the violins as I’d like’. Everything you hear is violins! The style that we use when we play is more akin to that of a guitar player, with more soul and electricity – literally! We chose work from artists that are huge stadium acts, and that’s where we want to be. It is that big and that powerful - get some ear plugs! We specialise in blowing away people’s preconceptions.”

What FUSE do is unique but they feel that the tracks that they reinvent are not untouchable. “We’re unafraid to cover classic rock tracks,” says Ben. “Don’t forget that all “classical” music today is cover versions of music by pop stars from the last 300 years! What we do can have a truly global appeal; there are no language barriers. Whilst we’re a string band, people can sing along to the choruses that we all know”.

Fashion For The Brave is now set to be an annual A list fundraising event each year, which will support Help for Heroes, ABF the Soldiers Charity as well as The Household Cavalry Operational Casualties Fund.

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World’s most expensive electric violin

One of two bespoke instruments created specifically for Linzi, and her rock-violinist musical partner Ben Lee, is the most expensive electric violin ever created.

Each violin is a customized Bridge electric violin encrusted with 50,000 Swarovski crystals, and each is worth an astonishing $1.5 million. According to Linzi, these violins are incredible, just stunning – the light explodes off the Swarovski crystals. They love the fact that whilst they have become pieces of art, they can still play the songs from our new album Fuse on them.

These functional pieces of art were on display at Harrods until June 2 at the top of the fourth floor Egyptian Escalators.

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Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee Release Rock Violin Anthems Album.

The duo are virtuoso musicians Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee who harness their exclusive Swarovski crystal signature Bridge electric violins, seize classic Rock tracks and put them through the FUSE wringer! The duo debuted their, Swarovski-encrusted violins at a exclusive photocall at Harrods.

The critically acclaimed eponymous debut album by FUSE was released in May 2010.
The duo are virtuoso musicians Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee who harness their exclusive Swarovski crystal signature Bridge electric violins, seize classic Rock tracks and put them through the FUSE wringer!


The results are radical, innovative but loving reinterpretations for violin. The album features 14 incredible tracks including 'Fix You' by Coldplay, Michael Jackson's 'Beat It', 'Glorious' by Andreas Johnson and a stunning blend of the mediaeval 'O Fortuna' from Carmina Burana and Zeppelin's 'Kashmir'.


All tracks have been reworked and reanimated in the unique Fuse way. The duo have had to invent new ways to render melodies that were vocal on the original tracks. Fuse aim to prove that the electric violin can be as versatile as the electric guitar – a valedictory romp through 'I Love Rock N Roll' seems to seal the deal!


As Linzi says, "It's completely fresh, no one thought that what we do was even possible. Everything you hear is violins! The style that we use when we play is more akin to that of a guitar player, with more soul and electricity – literally! We chose work from artists that are huge stadium acts, and that's where we want to be. It is that big and that powerful - get some ear plugs! We specialise in blowing away people's preconceptions."


Fuse are already finding friends in the rock fraternity who appreciate what they do. After raving, "I love what you've done, how did you get that sound?", Francis Rossi appears on the album version of Quo's 'Down Down', Nick Mason of Pink Floyd offered his services as a drummer and Roger Daltrey asked Linzi and Ben to support him!


Linzi and Ben's background is music all the way – though Linzi is also signed to Models 1 and she and Ben have both just become Prince's Trust Ambassadors. With both having had real success individually in their careers thus far and worked with an amazing array of world-beating musical talent, their coming together as FUSE portends something really special.


The sound that FUSE generate takes serious know-how and technical skill and live it is nothing short of incendiary – the violins are generally accompanied by the sound of jaws dropping! 'Crazy Nights' indeed.


What FUSE do can have a truly global appeal; there are no language barriers. Whilst they are very proudly a string band, listeners can sing along to the choruses that we all know. With the release of "FUSE", the duo will be bringing their unique brand of entertainment to a whole new audience, let's hope they are ready!


The Hotly-tipped duo debuted their brand new, million-pound Swarovski-encrusted violins at an exclusive photocall held at Harrods. Linzi Stoppard of FUSE said, “These violins are incredible, just stunning – the light explodes off the Swarovski crystals. We love the fact that whilst they have become pieces of art, we can still play the songs from our new album‘FUSE’ on them.

For more info please see FUSE Official Website...
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Linzi Stoppard & FUSE Perform At VE Day 65th Anniversary In London

The Royal Albert Hall played host to a memorable concert to mark the 65th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe. The spectacular event raised money for the British Red Cross - the volunteer-led humanitarian organisation focused on helping people in crisis worldwide. The commemoration was attended by VIP guests including HRH Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, Lady Raine Spencer, HE The Russian Ambassador Yuri Fedotov, Sir Michael Stoute, Jeremy Irons, Maria Shammas MBE, Stephen and Assia Webster, Elizabeth Emanuel, Nancy dell'Olio, Yasmin Mills, Linzi Stoppard, Olivia Inge, Amanda Cronin, James Whale and many others. There were also addresses made by the British Prime Minister, the Russian President and the Russian Prime Minister.

The line-up included performances by some of the UK's biggest rock acts, Jethro Tull and Rick Wakeman who boast combined record sales of over 100 million, as well as "The People's Tenor" Russell Watson, electric violin duo FUSE featuring Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee, R&B star Lemar and actor Jeremy Irons. The programme also featured performances from the world-renowned Alexandrov Red Army Choir, folk-diva Nadezhda Babkina, one of the most popular singers across the former USSR Tamara Gverdsiteli, rock star Alexander Marshall, the young but already acclaimed Kvatro group, the artist Xenia Simonova and Russia's very own Sinatra - Iosif Kobzon.

The event recognised the feat of the Allies and their resistance movements 65 years ago, as well as marking the close relationship between the British Red Cross and Russia. War veterans from Russia, USA and UK were also present at what was a truly remarkable evening.

The concert was followed by a stunning black-tie reception in the Elgar Room at the Royal Albert Hall where VIPs sipped fabulous Stolichnaya vodka cocktails.

The concert was presented by Ensemble Productions. Founded in 1998 by Director Olga Balakleets, Ensemble is a London based company, specialising in organising and promoting classical, jazz, world, pop and rock concerts, opera, ballet and contemporary dance productions in the UK and internationally.

FUSE are virtuoso musicians Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee who, on their self-titled debut album, harness their bespoke signature Bridge electric violins and take Rock tracks that people love and radically but lovingly reinterpret them. As Linzi says, "It's completely fresh, no one thought that what we do was even possible.

What FUSE do is unique but they feel that the tracks that they reinvent are not untouchable. "We're unafraid to cover classic rock tracks," says Ben. "Don't forget that all "classical" music today is cover versions of music by pop stars from the last 300 years! What we do can have a truly global appeal; there are no language barriers. Whilst we're a string band, people can sing along to the choruses that we all know".

FUSE's eponymous debut album is out on Universal / Edel Records.

http://www.fuseofficial.com

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Linzi Stoppard Launches The Most Expensive Electric Violin In The World At Harrods, London

Electric violinist Linzi Stoppard from esteemed duo FUSE gives classical music 1 million rock-n-roll makeover with the exclusive Swarovski crystal encrusted FUSE Signature violins at Harrods.

The sparkling violin is one of a pair created by Swarovski for Linzi and her band mate Ben Lee, who make up the rock inspired electric violin act FUSE. Each bespoke Bridge electric violin is encrusted with 50,000 Swarovski crystals, and has a £1million price tag.

Hotly-tipped rock electric violin duo FUSE debuted their brand new, million-pound Swarovski-encrusted violins at an exclusive photo-call held at Harrods to the media.

Following in the footsteps of international superstars Madonna, Michael Jackson and Kylie Minogue, FUSE’s Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee joined forces with Swarovski to embellish each of their bespoke Bridge instruments with an incredible 50,000 crystals each, every one hand-applied, creating the world’s most expensive electric violins.

Insured for one million pounds each, these are, however, no museum pieces and – whilst there was security in attendance! - the duo played tracks from their forthcoming album ‘FUSE’ on the violins at the photo-call.

Following the photo-call, the instruments were securely and prominently displayed in a case at the top of the fourth floor Egyptian Escalators at Harrods so that members of the public could have a look.

Linzi Stoppard of FUSE said, “These violins are incredible, just stunning – the light explodes off the Swarovski crystals. We love the fact that whilst they have become pieces of art, we can still play the songs from our new album ‘FUSE’ on them.

Swarovski is currently aligned with Madonna and Beyonce, with Fuse being the only string act on their books.

David Miller, Director of Harrods Home commented “We are delighted to welcome FUSE to our world-famous store to celebrate the launch of their debut album.” He went on to say “Harrods is renowned for enhancing its customers’ shopping experience’ and added ‘On this occasion, our customers will have the chance to catch a glimpse of these extraordinary masterpieces which will be exhibited on the fifth floor of the iconic Egyptian Escalators until 2nd June".

FUSE are virtuoso musicians who harness their bespoke signature electric violins and take Rock tracks that people love and radically but lovingly reinterpret them. As Linzi says, “It’s completely fresh, no one thought that what we do was even possible.
What FUSE do is unique but they feel that the tracks that they reinvent are not untouchable. “We’re unafraid to cover classic rock tracks,” says Ben. “Don’t forget that all “classical” music today is cover versions of music by pop stars from the last 300 years! What we do can have a truly global appeal; there are no language barriers. Whilst we’re a string band, people can sing along to the choruses that we all know”.

For more information visit www.linzistoppard.com
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Electric Violinist And Model Linzi Stoppard Fits Right In Next To World's Super Cars

Now firmly established as one of the ‘must attend’ summer events, Salon Privé this year features an even more valuable collection of classic cars, even rarer super cars, and even more valuable luxury goods, all openly and elegantly displayed on the lawns of the Club.

Linzi Stoppard Headlines At Super Car Salon Prive Gala.

Linzi performed two sets, the first set more mellow to kick off the evening in some style. Linzi was elegantly dressed in a white sequinned show stopping number.
The second set was more rock ending on a fantastic version of Fleetwood Mac's The Chain which is used as the F1 soundtrack worldwide. This time Linzi mixed it up with the 'rock chick' look and had the audience applauding on their feet.

Salon Privé is the UK’s ultimate Super Car Event and Concours d’Elégance. Salon Privé offers a unique opportunity to see the most exotic modern and vintage super cars in the world, with the exquisite and exclusive Hurlingham Club as a backdrop. A “Garden Party” atmosphere infuses the event during the day, and in the evenings, the stunning grounds and super cars are subtly lit, transforming the event into a magical spectacle.

Aston Martin, Audemars Piguet, Audi, BMW, Boodles, Jaguar, Lexus, Lotus, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce, Sportec, Thomas Lyte and Vermot are just a few of the brands that take part.

Linzi Stoppard is currently in the studio with her electric violin duo FUSE finishing off their debut album. Taking inspiration from their classical roots while combining it with modern well known melodies. FUSE believe it is possible to narrow the gap between the classical and pop audiences. Their repertoire includes contemporary arrangements of well known hits and film sound tracks.
FUSE are the 'face of' the new international classical chillout music video channel, C Music TV, which they launched at the Cannes MIP Television Festival.
Children’s charity CLIC Sargent have approached FUSE to front their national Practice-a-thon campaign aimed at encouraging kids to pick up a musical instrument while raising money for the cause through sponsored practice. FUSE’s dynamic and innovative approach to what is largely regarded as a marginalised instrument means FUSE are uniquely positioned to appeal to the younger and mainstream audiences.

FUSE's debut album...Linzi and Ben decided to use their classical training and roots to reinvent what is largely regarded as a traditionally classical instrument. They spent weeks rehearsing and experimenting with new and different recording style - the results are spellbinding. Their debut album is breaking a new violin dawn by using the most up to date technique usually associated with rock guitar - sound processing, multiple effects and amps. The FUSE album will be the benchmark for a new breed of electric violinists and tipped to be the world's first true Super String Group.


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World Class Electric Violinist Linzi Stoppard Launches Multi-Million Dollar Hotel on London's Park Lane From THE ROOF TOPS!

Despite being terrified of heights, Linzi Stoppard, the contemporary electric violinist daughter-in-law of playwright Sir Tom, braved the roof of the InterContinental Park Lane for a spectacular performance to mark the hotel’s official reopening.

She played renditions of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony and samples of music from the film Harry’s Game and Jimi Hendrix’s Voodoo Child, stopping traffic in its tracks on the glamorous West End streets below.

To celebrate $170M refurbishment to the InterContinental Park Lane electric string artist Linzi Stoppard also headlines the opening gala to a celebrities packed audience and InterContinental executives from all around the world.

The renamed InterContinental London Park Lane has completed the multi-million dollar refurbishment to reinvigorate one of London’s finest hotels and to position it as a global flagship for InterContinental Group. Now fully open, the hotel boasts luxurious new guest rooms and spectacular suites including the famous Cinema Suite, new destination restaurants Theo Randall at The InterContinental and Cookbook Cafe, contemporary event space and the chic urban Spa InterContinental. With a passionate team and an ‘in the know’ service culture; ITC ensure that their guests enjoy a truly authentic London experience.

InterContinental London Park Lane recently unveiled its new meetings and event space following a much talked about refurbishment. Located on the mezzanine level, the events floor provides a space to host any event, however spectacular or discreet. Offering a spectacular ballroom, six event suites and six meeting spaces, InterContinental London Park Lane has created London’s premier event address.

When Linzi and her rock violin duo FUSE were approached by CLIC SArgent to front their national Practice-a-thon campaign the ITC ballroom was the perfect venue to showcase exclusively commissioned FUSE tracks and launch the competition to media.

Following Linzi enviable solo career she teamed up with fellow electric violinist Ben Lee to form the powerhouse of contemporary violin - new rock electric violin band FUSE, and they will be launching their debut album in the Spring 2010.

Taking inspiration from their classical roots while combining it with modern well known melodies. FUSE believe it is possible to narrow the gap between the classical and pop audiences,. Their repertoire includes contemporary arrangements of well known hits and rock anthems. FUSE are the 'face of' the new international classical chillout music video channel, C Music TV, which they launched at the Cannes MIP Television Festival.

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In Front Of The World Famous Ritz Hotel Linzi Stoppard's Rocking Performance Kicks Off The New Year

Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee of string super group FUSE began the New Year as the opening act for the New Year’s Day London Parade immediately after the Queen’s New Year message. Their performance was covered by 24 US TV stations including national networks CBS and NBC, Sky, Reuters broadcast to more than 300 million viewers on 750 international TV stations around the world.

The Parade began at 12 Noon on Piccadilly at the junction with Berkeley Street outside the Ritz Hotel where FUSE kicked off the parade with a rendition of their upcoming debut single 'Glorious' and ended the set with Michael Jackson's 'Beat It'

The Parade then started through the streets of Piccadilly, Piccadilly Circus, Lower Regent Street, Waterloo Place, Pall Mall, Cockspur Street, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall and Parliament Street.

More than 10,000 performers representing 20 countries world-wide assembled for the Parade.

Crowds of more than half a million attended and lined up London's most famous streets to see the fantastic spectacular as it wove its way along the 2 mile route.

3 hours of Live Satellite Coverage was beamed around the world. Major broadcasters such as the BBC, CNN, Fox news, SKY and CBS covered the event.

FUSE is electric violinists Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee, the Prince and Princess of the rock violin world. When Ben and Linzi set out to break the mould and push the boundaries they realised they had two choices: to be followers or to show the way with initiative. The latter was the only real option.

While following their instincts the band recognised their competition had all failed to conquer the same conundrum - how does a new violin act avoid sounding exactly the same as the one before? Other string acts call themselves electric but often record using acoustic instrument or with no effects which limits them sonically.

This narrow path leads to most violin / cross-over string acts covering the same music again and again and in the same style. Not so with FUSE - the answer to the conundrum was a fresh progressive approach using the most up to date techniques, original guitar valve amps, sonic processors and of course their bespoke gold Bridge electric violins - the FUSE sound was born.

Never before has an electric string group dared ventured into the world of electric guitars like FUSE in 2010 - it's a first. Don't be fooled by the incredible guitar-like sounds, arrangements, techniques and solos - these are not guitars you are listening to but electric violins FUSE-STYLE.
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Linzi Stoppard’s Tips to Learn to Play the Electric Violin

Linzi is one of the most coveted, exciting and edgy electric violinists in the world today. Her unique vision to take the traditionally classical instrument to unchartered territory has positioned Linzi at the top of her field. Her intoxicating high impact performances of pop rock has entranced audiences worldwide has allowed Linzi to lead the way as the Princess of the electric violin world.

Did you know Linzi also performs for schoolchildren, at their elementary schools, and inspires them to take up the violin.

Here is her advice:

“The electric violin can be a real alternative to the commonplace guitar. “

She recommends five steps for young people interested in the electric violin. “My five steps are:

1.) Buy yourself a starter electric violin and amp combo from Ebay. check that it works, if you can.

2.) Learn the basics, such as scales, and bowing techniques, from a couple of How to Play the Violin books, and DVD’s.

3.) Sign up through a local college for some group violin lessons, and mix with like-minded people.

4.) Use your musical influences to experiment and develop your own sounds.

5.) Never stop believing in yourself, and take every opportunity to get out thee, and play live. If I can do it, you can!”

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Famed electronic rock violinist Linzi Stoppard opens Puma's new French 77 Collection model show

Music stars gathered with sporting heroes at London's famous Claridges Ballroom for an exclusive 'Playboy Party', to celebrate the launch of Puma's new French 77 Collection.

Famed electronic rock violinist Linzi Stoppard opened the model show with a dazzling virtuoso display, dressed head to toe in a sassy French 77 outfit. In the Autumn of 2009 Linzi Stoppard alongside her fellow violinist Ben Lee signed a major global record deal as string super group FUSE, and they are releasing their debut album in Spring 2010.

FUSE spent many weeks locked away in rehearsal rooms creating their own unique distinctive sound, purposely staying away from the over crowded classical cross-over cliche and ventured where no string group has dared venture before - ROCK.

Described as the "first string group to challenge convention" and "raising the benchmark for electric groups around the world" they are passionate to show a new generation that the instrument is more than the classical stereo-type. Indeed it can oppose the more common place guitar for versatility.

MOBO winning star Sway, Nate James and Mike Skinner's protégé rapper Example joined FUSE and sport stars such as Arsenal's Freddie Ljungberg and rugby star Paul Sackey for the party with the catwalk supermodels.

The event featured an exclusive catwalk show, with guests such as pop singer Lemar and Leah Wood modelling Puma's new range.

Pop singer Lemar made a surprise appearance as a runway model at the event for the new Puma range. He told Sound Generator "It is weird to be on stage in front of a crowd and not performing music, but it was fun, I love fashion so it is cool, the look is very natural, the kind of thing I would usually wear so it was an easy job!"

The French 77 range covers everything from cool sports apparel to classy items and the night attracted a wide range of guests from the fashion, TV, music and film world. The stars danced the night away to a set from renowned super-DJ D

The French 77 footwear, apparel and accessories showcase the signature blend of sport and fashion that has come to epitomise PUMA’s design direction. Reminiscent of pure Heritage pieces of the seventies, new interpretations of “court classics” with a modern twist address the need for modern, fashionable attire for men and women both on and off the court.

Tennis-inspired detailing and graphics from this era are mixed with modern street-wear style and twenty-first century materials to create fashion-forward looks with the comfort of casual sports apparel


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