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252 Viola Players for hire nationwide

Charlie Alves

5.0 (20)
Top Performer
41 Verified bookings

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Viola Player
  • $150+

Jodie G. said “Charlie performed for my daughter’s wedding ceremony. We booked him within 2 weeks of the wedding, after deciding that we really wanted a violinist. He was quick to respond and even found a... ”

Brianna Patricca - Professional Violist

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Viola Player
  • $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... ”

Amplified Elegance

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Coraopolis, PA
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 10 miles from Pittsburgh
  • 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... ”

Happy Vibes Live Music

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 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... ”

String Player Jamie

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Tallmadge, OH
  • Viola Player
  • 88 miles from Pittsburgh
  • $200 and up

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

Jamie B. Vaughn

4.98 (55)
70 Verified bookings

  • Akron, OH
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 91 miles from Pittsburgh
  • Contact for rates

Sharri C. R. said “Jamie was excellent and very professional. The audience loved her! ”
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Elegance Quartet Entertainment

5.0 (10)
5 Verified bookings

  • Cleveland, OH
  • String Quartet / Viola Player
  • 115 miles from Pittsburgh
  • $800 and up

Daniel C. said “I hired Elegance for a surprise birthday party. They were quickly responsive and always friendly and professional. They showed up to the event on time and were a big hit that everyone at the party... ”

City Six Strings

5.0 (69)
143 Verified bookings

  • Cleveland, OH
  • Classical Duo / Viola Player
  • 115 miles from Pittsburgh
  • $300 and up

Alfred A. C. said “The musicians were perfect for us, very elegant and sophisticated. The violinist and cello music selections at our wedding were perfect. The wedding guests enjoyed the music immensely. We picked out a... ”

  • Winchester, VA
  • Viola Player
  • 130 miles from Pittsburgh
  • $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...
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Flute Cocktail LLC

5.0 (52)
57 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Classical Ensemble / Viola Player
  • 162 miles from Pittsburgh
  • $300 and up.

Victor N. said “The ladies were phenomenal. They were prompt communicated well with me, were adaptable to our needs, and played lovely music. It was lovely to have the ladies there. Thank you thank you thank you!! ”

  • Bethesda, MD
  • Viola Player
  • 184 miles from Pittsburgh
  • Contact for rates

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

Ogeebobo

5.0 (17)
Top Performer
29 Verified bookings

  • Randallstown, MD
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 185 miles from Pittsburgh
  • Contact for rates

Payton J. said “I hired Ogeebobo to play at my engagement proposal in DC, and he made the moment more perfect than I ever could have imagined. In the weeks leading up to the proposal, he was quick and easy to... ”
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Zhenya PixieViolin

4.99 (24)
30 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 190 miles from Pittsburgh
  • Contact for rates

Krystal V. B. said “Zhenya did an amazing job at our small wedding ceremony. She plays with absolute feeling, and sounded so beautiful. I'm so glad we found her; her repertoire and professionalism are unparalleled. ”
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Stephanie Strings

5.0 (139)
91 Verified bookings

  • Woodbridge, VA
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 191 miles from Pittsburgh
  • Contact for rates

Belinda B. said “Stephanie was great!! She is very cordial and nice! The music she play on her electric violin was great, I danced the whole performance! My daughter was surprised on her birthday! She is also a great... ”

Julia Lin, Violin/Viola/Piano

4.75 (8)
9 Verified bookings

  • Hyattsville, MD
  • Viola Player
  • 192 miles from Pittsburgh
  • $100 and up

Emma S. said “So wonderful. She is so talented and made the day so special, playing every song we requested for our wedding. Highly recommend! ”

Viola Not Violin

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
13 Verified bookings

  • Towson, MD
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 194 miles from Pittsburgh
  • $125-$1,000

Dominique J. said “My husband and I were beyond satisfied with Nicholas' performance. The music was perfect, and our guests couldn't stop raving about how great he was. He was not only incredibly professional but also... ”

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184 quotes sent

In the past year, Viola Players have sent 184 quotes to event planners.

278th most popular

Viola Players rank #278 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

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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.