Booking Violinists

The violin is a string instrument which can be traced back to the 9th century. Classical violinists make up key parts of both the string quartet and the symphony orchestra. Some of the great classical violinists of the last century include Jascha Heifetz, Yehudi Menuhin, Isaac stern, and Itzak Perlman. A violin is not to be confused with its larger sibling, the viola which looks quite similar but has a deeper sound. The violin is most often hired to play either as a soloist, or as a member of a duo, trio, or string quartet. Violinists are often accompanied by a piano. Events where you might hear violin music are a wedding ceremony, a dinner party, a church service, or an art gallery opening. In an elegant restaurant, you may find strolling violinists performing from table to table. While violin music is most often associated with classical music, it can play other types as well. For instance, when a violin is used to play bluegrass music, it is referred to as a fiddle. Jazz violinists have also gained popularity in recent years, and you will even see an electric violin featured in some rock bands. So hire a violinist for your wedding or special event!

Tips For Hiring A Violinist

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

1. Listen to audio and watch video of as many violin players as you can. Most Gigmasters violinists 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 have left useful feedback about their experiences. Also keep in mind, many 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 violinist may need to be booked several months in advance.

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

5. Follow up with your 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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Hire a Violinist

GigMasters helps you hire professional violinists anywhere in North America. Whether it's a wedding cocktail hour, private party, or an art gallery opening, you'll easily find the perfect violinist on GigMasters.com. Hundreds of talented violin players for hire.

For Canadian performers click here. Where are you looking to hire a Violinist? Use the links below to begin your search!

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New Mexico Violinists Albuquerque Santa Fe [counties...]

New York Violinists Albany Brooklyn Buffalo Long Island Manhattan New York City Poughkeepsie Queens Rochester Syracuse Westchester [counties...]

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Virginia Violinists Alexandria Chesapeake Newport News Norfolk Richmond Roanoke Virginia Beach [counties...]

Washington Violinists Bellevue Bellingham Seattle Spokane Tacoma [counties...]

West Virginia Violinists Charleston Morgantown [counties...]

Wisconsin Violinists Green Bay La Crosse Madison Milwaukee [counties...]

Wyoming Violinists Casper Cheyenne [counties...]