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Tips For Booking Violinists In Chicago

Hiring the right Chicago violin player can be challenging, but Gigmasters makes it fun and easy! Here are five helpful tips for booking the perfect violin music in Chicago for your special event:

1. Listen to audio and watch video of as many Chicago violin players as you can. Most Gigmasters violinists in Chicago have audio and video samples available on their Gigmasters press kits.

2. Thoroughly read previous client feedback. Many Gigmasters clients who have hired a classical violinist in Chicago have left useful feedback about their experiences. Also keep in mind, many Chicago violin players will perform as part of a duo, trio, quartet, or quintet. Most will modify the number of performers in order to suit your needs.

3. Book early. A talented Chicago violinist may need to be booked several months in advance.

4. Get a contract and read it carefully. Most professional Chicago Illinois violinists will also require a deposit in order to secure them.

5. Follow up with your Chicago IL violinist as often as you need to. Don't be shy about making sure your violinist knows exactly what classical music selections you'd like played!

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1. Steve Gibons Solo/Duo/Trio/Quartet

(10 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $225-$2200 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Violin / Violinist Chicago

I'm a classically trained violinist who, over the 30 year span of my career, has traveled extensively and absorbed music from a host of different cultures: Roma (Gypsy) and folk music from Southeast Europe, Klezmer from Central Europe, Classical Arabic Music from the Middle East, Gypsy Jazz from France and Belgium, and Blues and Jazz from my home town, Chicago. I also play the American Songbo... more

2. Stephanie Quinn Concert Violin...

(18 Reviews)

Location:: Wilmette, IL (14 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $350-$2400 per event
Member Since:: 2007
Category:: Violin / Violinist Chicago

For your special day, are you prepared for The Quintessential Experience? Definition of Quin-tes-sen-tial “the purest or most perfect example of …” •You can boast to your friends that your violinist played Carnegie Hall in New York City. Ms. Quinn also plays PIANO, see videos! •We are Union members, the Chicago Federation of Musicians, thus you have this additional protection. •I have over... more

3. #1 most recommended Pianist !!

(4 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $200-$2500 per event
Member Since:: 2003
Category:: Piano / Violinist Chicago

What do Oprah, Nordstrom's, and The American Medical Association have in common? They all have had versatile full-time professional pianist RICHARD SLADEK perform at their events! Available for corporate/private events & weddings since 1984. Classical Piano degree... Portable piano, flute, strings, jazz trio also available... Former lead pianist of Nordstrom's/Von Maur from 1991-2000!... Als... more

4. Wellington String Ensembles

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $250-$1100 per event
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Classical Duo / Violinist Chicago

The Wellington Strings is a group of professional freelancers in Chicago that performs at special events. Our musicians have performed with the Rembrandt Chamber Players, Concertante di Chicago, and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and have been awarded prizes both nationally and internationally. The Wellington Strings work with each couple to best match the musical atmosphere they want to cr... more

5. Bill Peterson

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $200-$2000 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Piano / Violinist Chicago

Music from the American Songbook (Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin), in addition to Brazilian and Latin standards, as well as popular American jazz and pop standards are featured in our repertoire; whether a solo pianist, duo, trio or larger ensemble. Please call to discuss your music needs and pricing that fits your budget. We also provide string ensembles, vocal and non-vocal ceremony weddin... more

6. Duo Maytan

Location:: Valparaiso, IN (40 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $500-$3000 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Classical Duo / Violinist Chicago

This professionally acclaimed Duo has performed all over the US, Europe and Asia. You will be able to treat yourself to high quality musicians who have performed at such prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall. Their CD's received highest praise in world's most recognized music magazines. Sandra and Gregory Maytan found each other through the music and love to accompany each other on their respectiv... more

7. Jay Ding

(9 Reviews)

Location:: Bloomfield Hills, MI (229 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $200-$400 per hour
Member Since:: 2007
Category:: Violin / Violinist Chicago

Mr. Jay Ding is a brilliant pianist and violinist. Even though he is relatively young, he has got the best private piano and violin teachers since he was nine. His limbs are supple and capable of most delicate movements. And his youthful energy characterizes his music with fresh enthusiasm. Thanks to his previous clients, he has been given plenty of opportunities to play violin for wedding cer... more

8. Robert McCloy Classical/Jazz Guitar

(44 Reviews)

Location:: Mason, MI (172 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $250-$2500 per event
Member Since:: 2004
Category:: Guitar / Violinist Chicago

****Now actively booking holiday events. Guitar solo, and all the ensembles showcased here are available**** Classical/jazz solo guitar. Also guitar/violin duo, guitar/sax,flute duo, and guitar/violin/sax,flute trio. Extensive experience. Full time musician for over 25 yrs. Additional combos include Celtic and country/bluegrass. Inquire to recieve full Demo CD (gigmasters sound samples are ... more

9. A Beautiful Violin

(7 Reviews)

Location:: Minneapolis, MN (363 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $225-$975 per event
Member Since:: 2007
Category:: Violin / Violinist Chicago

Cheryl Zylla, solo violin, solo viola, solo viola d'amore! Professional elegant music for wedding ceremony, reception, corporate events, & private parties. Last minute? No problem! Baroque, Classical, light Romantic, Pop, Rag, as well as your special requests from Opera, Beatles, Christian, Movie Tunes, no hidden fees! Also memorial & funeral services. I am a full-time musician, professional... more

10. Marissa Knaub

(1 Reviews)

Location:: Cleveland, OH (309 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $175-$800 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Harp / Violinist Chicago

Marissa Knaub is a professional harpist with degrees from the esteemed music schools, Berklee College of Music (BM) and Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University (MM). Currently, she is working with world-renowned harpist, Yolanda Kondonassis at the Cleveland Institute of Music. Her harp music will bring an elegant touch to any type of event. She plays a diverse range of music i... more

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Please note these Violinists will also travel to Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Park, Forest Park, Hines, Lyons, Riverside, Brookfield, Maywood, River Forest, Summit Argo, Carol Stream, La Grange Park, Bellwood, Bedford Park, Melrose Park, Westchester, Burbank, Bridgeview, Hillside, Hinsdale, Hometown, La Grange, River Grove, Stone Park, Western Springs, Berkeley, Franklin Park, Justice, Norridge