Arioso Strings
- Minneapolis, MN
- Violinist
- 47 Verified Bookings
Jillian P. said “I could not have asked for anything more. The music was exquisite. So much so that my guests would often want to just watch and listen as an audience…”
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We are a classical music duo - a violinist and a pianist with over 60 years combined experience performing! We can provide music for a wedding ceremony, a dinner party/reception, anniversary parties and even funerals or celebrations of life. No piano, no problem! We can bring a piano keyboard if a piano is not available at your venue. Thank you for checking us out!
Everything about this lovely duo was perfect for our day! They were communicative every step of the way, extremely accommodating and helpful, their performance was top-notch, and made our event exactly what we hoped it could be. They performed for our daughters wedding at the Semple Mansion in Minneapolis and did a fantastic job. They coordinated perfectly with the ceremony and personal needs of all in attendance. Bravo!!! I will forward videos when i have them to share.
Hired MSP Virtuosi to play for my wedding reception and I cannot believe how speechless they left me. I wish I had more time to thank them in person but we were so busy so I hope this review can show others just how amazing they were. Our wedding day was full of vendors who made mistakes on our wedding day, but not MSP. They were on time, play beautiful classic music during dinner, learned a custom song for my wife and I to dance our first dance to, and it was so perfect. They left without us even noticing when they finished I hadnt even noticed. They were in and out in a few hours and required almost no assistance from me when working with us which is exactly what I want when dealing with our wedding day. Could not reccommend live music more than MSP Virtuosi!!!!!
Response from MSP Virtuosi:
Thank you so much for your kind words, Andrew - we had a blast performing for your beautiful reception! Best wishes to you and your new bride!
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 30 - 120 minutes
Languages: English, Russian
MSP Virtuosi can be "center stage" at your special life event - such as a wedding or funeral/celebration of life. We can also provide beautiful background music for an elegant luncheon or corporate dinner. No event too big or too small - Impress your guests with memorable classical music by a live violinist and pianist!
Luba - Pianist Bio:
Luba’s musical journey began in Moscow, Russia, where she discovered her passion for the piano at the age of 6. At 14, she completed studies at a music school, focusing on piano performance, solfeggio, and music history and literature. After arriving in Minnesota in 1990 she majored in music performance at the University of St. Katherine. She currently teaches piano and has her own music studio - True North Piano, in Hugo, MN.
Rachel - Violinist Bio
Rachel began playing the violin at the age of 11, and under the instruction of her private violin teacher, Mary King Osterfield, she advanced quickly and at the age of 16 she was performing with the local adult community orchestra, the local youth symphony, and the MN All State Orchestra. She majored in Music Education at St. Olaf College and has continued to perform as a violinist with numerous orchestras, string quartets, and as a soloist for community concerts, weddings, receptions, funerals and even backyard parties!
If your event is at a larger venue, amplification may be considered so your guests can hear the performance! Amplification/microphones should be provided by the client/venue.
May 04, 2024 • 11:00am - 2:00pm | Bachman's Apple Valley Public Performance |
May 11, 2024 • 11:00am - 2:00pm | Bachman's Maplewood Public Performance |
May 18, 2024 • 11:00am - 2:00pm | Bachman's Eden Prairie - Public Performance |
June 15, 2024 • All-day event | Private/Wedding |
September 14, 2024 • All-day event | Private/Wedding |
September 21, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 28, 2024 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 20, 2025 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
April 18, 2024 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Bachman's Fridley Public Event |
March 17, 2024 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Bachman's - Lyndale Community Performance |
February 17, 2024 • All-day event | Fundraiser Gala Event |
February 04, 2024 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
December 20, 2023 • 7:00am - 10:00am | Private Concert |
December 07, 2023 • 4:00pm - 6:30pm | Sip & Shop Event - $20/Open to Public! |
December 03, 2023 • 1:30pm - 4:00pm | Private Recital |
November 19, 2023 • 9:30am - 11:30am | Church Service |
October 21, 2023 • All-day event | Wedding |
October 14, 2023 • All-day event | Corporate Party |
October 06, 2023 • All-day event | Wedding |
September 09, 2023 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Reception |
August 31, 2023 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Personal Occasion |
August 27, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 05, 2023 • All-day event | Handel's Messiah |
This is just a sampling of our repertoire - we are constantly adding new pieces and can take special requests:
Air - J.S. Bach
Andantino - W.A. Mozart
Arioso - J.S. Bach
Ave Maria - Bach-Gounod
Ave Maria - F. Schubert
Canon in D - Johann Pachelbel
Concerto in B Minor Mvmt I - O. Rieding
Impromptu - F. Schubert
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring - J.S. Bach
La Réjouissance - G.F. Handel
Ländler - F. Schubert
March - J.S. Bach
Minuet - G.F. Handel
Panis Angelicus - C. Franck
Prelude from Te Deum - M.-A. Charpentier
Rigadoon - H. Purcell
Rondeau - J. Mouret
Schottische - L. van Beethoven
Serenade - Franz Schubert
Sheep May Safely Graze - J.S. Bach
The Swan - C. Saint-Saëns
Trumpet Tune - H. Purcell
Trumpet Voluntary - J. Clarke
Wachet Auf - J.S. Bach
Waltz - J. Johow
Luba (piano) draws inspiration from a diverse range of composers, including renowned masters such as Bach, Debussy, and Kabalevsky, among others.
Rachel's (violin) signature piece is Mediation from Thais by Massenet, and her favorite composers are Dvorak and Beethoven.
Piano at venue, if not - outlet to plug in a piano keyboard. Some kind of cover required in case of rain - or an alternative plan in case of rain.
Jillian P. said “I could not have asked for anything more. The music was exquisite. So much so that my guests would often want to just watch and listen as an audience…”
Nathaniel L. said “The music was absolutely perfect for the ceremony, the social hour, and the subsequent dinner. Countless guests commented on how impressed they were with…”
Kj V. said “Thank you for your exceptional performance at my father’s funeral. Your rendition of “Amazing Grace” was truly moving, and it brought a sense of peace…”
Joseph S. said “Olivia is kind, professional, and endlessly talented. She has great work ethic and communication skills. 10/10 would recommend!!”