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253 Viola Players for hire nationwide

Charlie Alves

5.0 (20)
Top Performer
40 Verified bookings

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Viola Player
  • 84 miles from Altoona
  • $150+

Marcy K. said “Charlie was wonderful and all our guest enjoyed his his playing for the ceremony and cocktail hour. ”

Brianna Patricca - Professional Violist

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Viola Player
  • 84 miles from Altoona
  • $150 - $400

Steve S. said “Brianna helped me with the event of a lifetime! Asking the women I love and cherish so much to spend the rest of her life with me!! Brianna is very proactive and professional. Her talent as a... ”

Happy Vibes Live Music

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 84 miles from Altoona
  • Contact for rates

William T. said “Review of Performance by Olga Taimanov, Violinist 50th Wedding Anniversary party, August 16, 2025, Pittsburgh, PA It was a hot day for a party under a tent, but Olga Taimanov played cool and... ”

  • Winchester, VA
  • Viola Player
  • 93 miles from Altoona
  • $200 and up

I am a classically trained Violist currently pursing A Degree in Performance from Shenandoah Conservatory. I am Experienced in traditional classical music and...

Amplified Elegance

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Coraopolis, PA
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 93 miles from Altoona
  • Contact for rates

Rachel D. said “Joyce did a lovely job playing our wedding ceremony. She was professional and easy to work with. She went above and beyond and learned a new song my husband loved. Couldn’t recommend more the guest... ”

Ogeebobo

5.0 (17)
Top Performer
29 Verified bookings

  • Randallstown, MD
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 116 miles from Altoona
  • Contact for rates

Nicole G. said “He was outstanding. The music was beautiful and had every guest impressed. He arrived promptly, set up, was extremely professional throughout, and contributed to the evening’s atmosphere. Highly... ”

Viola Not Violin

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
13 Verified bookings

  • Towson, MD
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 122 miles from Altoona
  • $125-$1,000

John O. said “It was truly a privilege to work with Nicholas! He is exceedingly affable, professional, and a truly talented violist who helped to ensure my event was as special as possible! Would absolutely... ”

  • Bethesda, MD
  • Viola Player
  • 127 miles from Altoona
  • Contact for rates

A violist of 16 years with experience in orchestras, chamber settings, and solo.

Julia Lin, Violin/Viola/Piano

4.75 (8)
9 Verified bookings

  • Hyattsville, MD
  • Viola Player
  • 133 miles from Altoona
  • $100 and up

Alan W. said “Great to work with, everything was flawless. Julia went above and beyond working with us on the pieces she played. ”
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Zhenya PixieViolin

4.99 (24)
30 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 133 miles from Altoona
  • Contact for rates

Timothy L. said “Zhenya played at my wedding and reception, and her play was divine. I wish I had heard more but was preoccupied with speaking to guests. ”

  • Crofton, MD
  • Viola Player
  • 139 miles from Altoona
  • Contact for rates

Classically trained violist in the Annapolis, Baltimore, and D.C. areas. Plays a variety of music (not just classical!) and collaborates well with others.
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Stephanie Strings

5.0 (138)
91 Verified bookings

  • Woodbridge, VA
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 142 miles from Altoona
  • Contact for rates

Katie H. said “Stephanie was nothing short of amazing. She played at the gravesite for one of our dear friends during her burial service. She learned new songs, did a duet with a person she never met until that day,... ”

  • Woodbridge, VA
  • Viola Player
  • 142 miles from Altoona
  • $200 and up

I am a viola player. I have been playing viola for 15+ years. I mainly play viola in church. I am looking to play in weddings and events if a viola is needed. I...

  • Exton, PA
  • Viola Player
  • 150 miles from Altoona
  • Contact for rates

I'd be excited and honored to be a part of your special event by providing beautiful music as background entertainment and/or as a functional focal point. ...

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • Viola Player
  • 161 miles from Altoona
  • $100-$300

I have been playing the viola over 17 years! I have many experiences about gigs, orchestra and teaching!

String Player Jamie

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Tallmadge, OH
  • Viola Player
  • 164 miles from Altoona
  • $200 and up

Christin W. said “Played beautifully for our outdoor Wedding! ”

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183 quotes sent

In the past year, Viola Players have sent 183 quotes to event planners.

277th most popular

Viola Players rank #277 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 214 Viola Player reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

2.8 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 2.8 days (on average) to hire a Viola Player.

About booking Viola Players

No, it's not a violin or a cello... it's even better - it's a viola! Perfect for classical music or contemporary pop, folk, or jazz music, viola players are most always versatile and can play many different genres. Violas are a tad lower in pitch than the violin, but they still have the same beauty we all know and love about string instruments. Whether you're needing a violist to round out your string quartet, or if you'd like to have a solo viola musician to stroll around at the office Christmas party... playing solo or in a ensemble, these viola musicians will add the perfect touch of class that you're looking for.

The viola is similar in material and construction to the violin but is a bit larger in size. Classical viola players are hired to play as solo artists, in string quartets, duos or trios, and in symphony orchestras. In folk music, the terms fiddle and fiddler are used to describe viola players. The viola is sometimes used in contemporary popular music, as well. From wedding ceremonies to strolling viola players for restaurants, hiring a violist is a terrific choice for many entertainment needs. All you need to do to get that soothing sound at your event is take a few minutes to watch videos, listen to audio, check out photo galleries, read reviews, and contact different violin players to ensure you book the perfect entertainment for your upcoming event.