- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- Contact for rates
Jim said
“Talented musician. Professional performance. Would hire again anytime. ”
The 34 Best Cellists for hire in Chicago, IL
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56 Cellists serving Chicago, IL
- Naperville, IL
- Cellist
- 28 miles from Chicago
- Beginning at $200.
Peter P. said
“Brian was wonderful to work with. I immediately realized how passionate he is about creating great music to punctuate an event. What’s more, he was incredibly flexible and helped construct a list that... ”
La Dolce Gita
2 Verified bookings- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- $85 and up
Gita's services suit every occasion: weddings, proposals, church services, formal and informal events, birthday parties, recitals, and more! She is able to...
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- $500 and below
Kiki L. said
“I decided after the nightmare of 2020 that it would be nice and interesting to have some live music at my home for a few friends and myself. Very small gathering on my apartment terrace and it was... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- $300 and up
Robin F. said
“Lindsey is a lovely spirit & excellent musician. She added beauty to our son's wedding. Well done. We are so glad we found her through GigSalad. We highly recommend her. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- $300 - $650
Michael H. said
“Ben provided cello renditions of music by my late life-partner's favorite composers (Bach, Mozart & Stravinsky), the latter two of which required new adaptations for cello. Ben was superb, his... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- Contact for rates
Derrik S. said
“Syd was great to have part of our Christmas services! Professional, prepared, musically excellent and fun to have part of the team! Would definitely bring her back! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- Contact for rates
Cindy G. said
“Magdalena did an amazing job and was very professional. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- $100$ and up
Corey S. said
“Derek did an amazing job with helping us create a wonderful wedding reception. Thank you so much! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- ~$100/hr (variable depending on client needs)
Melissa B. said
“I asked Mr Bauer to play at our daughter’s baptism luncheon a few weeks ago. His music provided a captivating atmosphere that just filled the room. He prepared a carefully chosen set by Bach to suit... ”
- Des Plaines, IL
- Cellist
- 17 miles from Chicago
- $50 - $1000
John L. S. said
“Booking a top talent performer was easy through GigSalad.
The musician we booked was everything we sought, and very professional.
Next time I have need of a performer, I will contact GigSalad first. ”
- Addison, IL
- Cellist
- 19 miles from Chicago
- $300 minimum base rate
Bryan E. said
“Will took the time to understand what we were looking for in our wedding ceremony, even when we weren't exactly sure ourselves. While our wedding was delayed a year because of Covid-19, we knew we... ”
David’s Classical Tunes
1 Verified booking- Arlington Heights, IL
- Cellist
- 23 miles from Chicago
- $200 and up
I am a cellist with over 15 years of experience and have performed thousands of concerts of all types all over the country! Whatever you can possibly envision -...
- Wheaton, IL
- Cellist
- 25 miles from Chicago
- Contact for rates
Lynne A. said
“Micah did a terrific job at our wedding! ”
- Naperville, IL
- Cellist
- 28 miles from Chicago
- $100 and up
Ashley S. said
“Beautiful music and it was everything I hoped for!! Even down to my Taylor Swift song request! ”
Veronica's Engaging Event Music
New member- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- Contact for rates
Classical, Jazz, Rock, Pop? You got it. As a lover of most genres, I am a versatile player. Highly trained in classical music as well as jazz, I'm also well...
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- Starting at $175
Roman Wood is a passionate and versatile cellist based in Chicago, IL. With a background that blends classical, contemporary, and folk styles, Roman brings...
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- $200 and up
Professional cellist available for events in and around Lincoln Park and the greater Chicago area. I provide live music for weddings, private parties, corporate...
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- $75–200
Hi, I’m Ivy! I’m a conservatory-trained cellist with 7 years of experience in the wedding and event industry. I’m comfortable with all styles of music and I’m...
- Chicago, IL
- Cellist
- Contact for rates
Professionally trained musician providing good services and good music.
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Quick facts for Cellists in Chicago, IL
6,147 quotes sent
In the past year, Cellists have sent 6,147 quotes to event planners.
38th most popular
Cellists rank #38 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
4.9 out of 5 stars
There are 3,855 Cellist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
1.8 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 1.8 days (on average) to hire a Cellist.
Chicago ranks #1
Chicago is the most popular city for Cellists requests in Illinois.
Popular events
Cellists are typically hired for Wedding Ceremonies, Birthday Parties, and Concerts in Chicago, IL.
Illinois ranks #5
Illinois is the 5th most popular state for Cellists requests in the United States.
Past events for Cellists in Chicago, IL
Perfect wedding ceremony experience
Cellist
5.0
August 1, 2025
30 minutes
Lidanys did an excellent job at our small wedding ceremony. Prompt and professional. Highly recommend for your event!
Event total
$125
Great Experience
Cellist
5.0
August 2, 2025
1 hour
Hired Alex to play at our party’s cocktail hour at a local restaurant. Highly recommend Alex for your event!
Event total
$125
Perfect complement to our wedding ceremony
Cellist
5.0
May 21, 2026
1 hour
Sydney did a fantastic job at our wedding. In particular, she made an arrangement of a favorite song of ours that worked perfectly during the ceremony.
Event total
$300
About booking Cellists in Chicago, IL
Turn your special event into an elegant affair with some beautiful cello music. You can hire a solo cello player or a whole string quartet for corporate events, wedding ceremonies, dinner parties, and more. These talented musicians have a versatile repertoire of songs. In addition to traditional classical tunes, they will often work in other styles of music like hip hop, pop, rock, or country!
The cost of hiring a professional cellist in Chicago, Illinois will vary depending on how long you need to book the cellist for and their skill level. Award-winning cellists with years of experience playing the cello at live events may charge more for their services than those just starting out. Contact the local cellists above to get a quote customized for your event.
While browsing profiles for Chicago cellists, look through photos, watch videos, and listen to audio samples to learn more about their style and setlist. Read reviews from past clients to see what it will be like to work with them. When talking with musicians, discuss important details like arrival times, setup requirements, scheduled breaks, and any song requests you have.
Once you find the perfect vendor to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book live bands and soloists. You can message the musician, confirm the details of your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad event is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. Just relax and enjoy the music!
Cellists serving the Chicago, IL area
These Cellists serve the wider Chicago and Cook county area and travel to Lincoln Park, Cicero, Irving Park, Oak Park, Berwyn, Stickney, Forest Park, Forest View, Elmwood Park, North Riverside, River Forest, Lincolnwood, Riverside, Amf Ohare, Lyons, Hines, Maywood, Harwood Heights, River Grove, Summit, Summit Argo, Burbank, Hometown, Evergreen Park, Broadview, Norridge, Melrose Park, Evanston, Brookfield, and Skokie.