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253 Viola Players for hire nationwide


  • Radford, VA
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 102 miles from Charleston
  • Contact for rates

I have 20+ years of performance experience in chamber, orchestral and solo performance. I’m classically trained and hold a Bachelors of Music. I play in a...
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Flute Cocktail LLC

5.0 (52)
56 Verified bookings

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

Haley S. said “Had a great experience with the two musicians who played for our wedding. It was perfect & just what we needed for the ceremony. Easy to communicate with, punctual and very professional. Highly... ”

City Six Strings

5.0 (69)
143 Verified bookings

  • Powell, OH
  • Classical Duo / Viola Player
  • 147 miles from Charleston
  • $300 and up

Diane L. said “We had a duo (violin & cello) at our daughter's wedding, 10/18/25, at Windows-on-the-River in downtown Cleveland. It was beautiful. We also had them play at cocktail hour. Unfortunately, they... ”

  • Fairborn, OH
  • Viola Player
  • 163 miles from Charleston
  • Contact for rates

Need Viola? I'm a music student who's been playing viola for 3 years if Viola is something you could use more of.
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Elegant Entertainment

5.0 (9)
Top Performer
40 Verified bookings

  • Dayton, OH
  • String Trio / Viola Player
  • 168 miles from Charleston
  • $250 - $2000

Emily R. said “A fantastic, entertaining, beautiful and professional performance duo. Thank you ladies so much, we will be talking and beaming about your visit for weeks to come! We will definitely book again. ”

Charlie Alves

5.0 (20)
Top Performer
41 Verified bookings

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Viola Player
  • 169 miles from Charleston
  • $150+

Donna S. said “Charlie was great to communicate with, quick to respond, reasonably priced, extremely talented. He arrived on time, did exactly what we asked and his playing was beautiful!! Would highly recommend ”

Brianna Patricca - Professional Violist

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Viola Player
  • 169 miles from Charleston
  • $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
  • 169 miles from Charleston
  • 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... ”

Amplified Elegance

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Coraopolis, PA
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 169 miles from Charleston
  • 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... ”

Cydney Williams

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Winston-Salem, NC
  • Viola Player
  • 173 miles from Charleston
  • $200 and up

Paula D. said “We didn’t see the weather coming! Wind, rain, and mud were the words of the day. But Cydney faced the elements and played beautifully. She set the tone for the wedding. She set the tone for the... ”

  • Winston-Salem, NC
  • Viola Player
  • 173 miles from Charleston
  • Contact for rates

I am a freelance musician and instructor who is available for symphonic, chamber, and all occasions performances, as well as private instruction for beginner...

Jamie B. Vaughn

4.98 (55)
70 Verified bookings

  • Akron, OH
  • Violinist / Viola Player
  • 189 miles from Charleston
  • Contact for rates

Lamonica T. said “Was prompt and professional. Everyone loved her and she added to a wonderful atmosphere. Would recommend. ”

String Player Jamie

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Tallmadge, OH
  • Viola Player
  • 190 miles from Charleston
  • $200 and up

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

  • Winchester, VA
  • Viola Player
  • 196 miles from Charleston
  • $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...

  • Mebane, NC
  • Viola Player
  • 203 miles from Charleston
  • $400- $2000

I’m a violist for hire I love to play classical music, wedding music, and chamber music.

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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.

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.