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4.75 (4)
5 Verified bookings

  • Urbana, IL
  • Viola Player
  • 135 miles from Alton
  • $100 and up

Bill D. said “We decided rather last minute to add on a violin player. I contacted Gigsalad and Rebecca Saul was recommended to us. I contacted her and she responded immediately!! Every time I had a question,... ”

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5.0 (11)
19 Verified bookings

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 154 miles from Alton
  • $100-$500

Pam G. said “Arrived on time, played beautifully for wedding. Good job! ”

  • Bloomington, IN
  • Viola Player
  • 197 miles from Alton
  • $150 and up

Classically trained Violist with experience playing at weddings, church services, dinners, funerals, and any events that need music! Available for solo...
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St. Mark's²

4.98 (44)
67 Verified bookings

  • Springfield, MO
  • String Quartet / Viola Player
  • 205 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

Karolina M. said “They were absolutely perfect! They provided the most beautiful sounding music for our wedding and the day wouldn't have been complete without them! So so grateful 🙏🏻 ”
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Quartetto Solo

4.99 (129)
Top Performer
155 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • $0 - $600

Myriam G. said “Adrian was a GEM! Don’t hesitate to book this amazing talent. My husband and I were celebrating our 40th birthdays & threw a Victorian Wig Party. Adrian’s talent was the cherry on top! He was... ”
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IL Suono Music Agency

4.89 (32)
54 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Pianist / Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

Melissa C. said “Boris was a wonderful pianist and added a perfect element to our holiday event. Super elegant and professional. ”
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Windy City Strings

4.82 (26)
45 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Classical Ensemble / Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • $200 and up

Margaret O. said “Windy City Strings quartet played at my in-laws 60th wedding anniversary and made the event beautiful , peaceful, classy and enjoyed by all the guests . Extremely talented, hard working and simply... ”

Piotrowski Strings

4.99 (71)
Top Performer
75 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • $250-$2,000

Michele W. said “Immediate response to my quote request. Excellent communication throughout the process. On time and patiently waited when we were behind schedule. Played the song requested so well. This was a great... ”

Solo viola

2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

Violist and violinist of 17 years! Recent grad from Oberlin Conservatory looking to stay musically active. Available solo or with groups to play on week...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

Based in Chicago, I offer professional viola performance and instruction services, including solo recitals, orchestral engagements, and chamber performances....

  • Chicago, IL
  • Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

Classically trained and also experienced in performing other popular genres. Can also assemble other musicians depending on the client's request.

  • Chicago, IL
  • Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

I'm an experienced solo violist and violinist who has performed around the world. Available for hire to perform at weddings and other events. (I also style hair...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

Classically trained violist, performing solo, duo, trio, and quartet music from Beethoven and Mozart to BTS and Beyonce.

Violinist, Ivory Stephenson

5.0 (13)
49 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 246 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

Margo S. said “Ivory Stephenson was amazing! The selection of songs matched our event perfectly and her execution was definitely on point. We will use this violinist/artist again in the future! ”

  • Evanston, IL
  • Viola Player
  • 254 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

I am a classically trained violist, with experience is other genres like jazz and folk. I am comfortable fitting into any ensemble and can bring a duet...

Viola Across Genres

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  • Wilmette, IL
  • Viola Player
  • 255 miles from Alton
  • Contact for rates

A violist and multi-instrumentalist who composes and performs music across genres. Plays gigs ranging from classical to screamo, and is open-minded and...

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Quick facts for Viola Players

183 quotes sent

In the past year, Viola Players have sent 183 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

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.