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85 Cellists serving Newark, NJ

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Andrew Monohan - Cellist/Singer

5.0 (73)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • $200 and up

Jacqueline L. said “It was a pleasure to work with Andrew. The entire group did very well. Harp, Cello and Soprano performed at our benefit concert 12 specific pieces, they were traditional Christmas hymns and... ”
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AP Strings

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
18 Verified bookings

  • Fresh Meadows, NY
  • Cellist
  • 21 miles from Newark
  • $300 and up

Chris L. said “We could not have been more satisfied and happy with the entire musical experience. The music was beautiful and we received many comments from the wedding party on how much they enjoyed having you... ”

Leah Coloff, solo cello

5.0 (13)
Top Performer
23 Verified bookings

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Cellist
  • 13 miles from Newark
  • $300 and up

Mark P. said “Having Leah playing in our meadow, while artists sketched and painted en plein air, was as wonderful as the breeze that cooled us while we enjoyed our work and creative play. This is a musician who... ”

Peter Lewy Cellist

5.0 (34)
Top Performer
59 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • $200 and up

Alexisis C. said “Peter was great to listen to and watch play. It’s incredible what he can do with that cello :) Will definitely stay in touch and contract him again for future shows ”

Victoria Lin - Cellist

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • $100 and up

Sharon R. said “Thank you for the beautiful performance for my birthday- my guests and I loved all of your sets! The setup, attention to detail, song choices and pace were all perfectly done! I would highly recommend... ”

Sarah Overton - Cellist

5.0 (32)
51 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • Contact for rates

Nyahalay T. said “Sarah is incredibly talented and did a fantastic job! Sarah is personable, communicative, and professional. She showed up early and performed wonderfully. I highly recommend her! ”

Renaissance Quartet

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • Contact for rates

Rose G. said “an amazing performance at my wedding, they were everything I wanted and created a magical atmosphere!! ”

Jumi Lee Cello

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • $300 and up

Srini P. said “Jumi is outstanding. She is incredibly talented and has an amazing repertoire. She was a joy to work with. I'd recommend her with no hesitation. ”

Hannah Rubin

5.0 (4)
1 Verified booking

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • Contact for rates

Bayley W. said “I wanted a cellist at our wedding ceremony but I hadn’t prioritized it throughout planning. About 4-5 weeks before I decided to try and find one. A friend had recommended that I post on a local... ”

Piacello

5.0 (6)
10 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • $200 and up

Cathy W. said “Thank you for arriving on time and playing the requested music - guest loved your playing ”

Yoon-Jin Park

5.0 (7)
10 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • $60 and up/hr

Peter S. said “Me and all the audiences were really appreciated her performance! ”

Benjamin Larsen

4.79 (5)
6 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • Contact for rates

Simon H. said “Ben and his partner were more than punctual and played a beautiful selection of pieces at our corporate dinner party. They were sensitive to the flow of the event and paused to accomodate speeches... ”

Brandon Leonard

5.0 (5)
4 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • $150 and up (solo), $500 and up (quartet)

Deborah H. said “We loved to have Brandon at our show, he was just perfect. Thank you so much. ”

Noelia Carrasco- Cellist

5.0 (3)
6 Verified bookings

  • New York City, NY
  • Cellist
  • 9 miles from Newark
  • Contact for rates

Aidan D. said “Noelia was a pleasure to work with! She was extremely professional and was quick to respond to all of my requests. She was the perfect accompaniment to my performance. I will definitely hire her... ”

Ceridwen McCooey

1 Verified booking

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Cellist
  • 13 miles from Newark
  • Contact for rates

I am a classically trained cellist with a diverse array of musical passions! I love performing classical repertoire for stylish, elegant events. I also love...

Cheyenne McCoy

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Cellist
  • 13 miles from Newark
  • $200-$500 plus cartage & milage if applicable

Chris M. said “Cheyenne did an excellent job at the service for my mother. She was very professional, played amazingly well, gave me advice on what piece she could play at the event, and was a very nice and... ”

Katie Chambers, Cellist

5.0 (4)
8 Verified bookings

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Cellist
  • 13 miles from Newark
  • $200 and up

Tausee R. said “Katie was awesome. A true professional, very laid back and attention to care for her craft. She was early, played incredibly, and even stayed a little extra to accommodate us being late. Would... ”

Camille Dietrich Cellist

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Pearl River, NY
  • Cellist
  • 24 miles from Newark
  • Contact for rates

Tristan W. said “Camille was a wonderful addition to our wedding! She played only a month after booking and performed the required songs beautifully! She had an air of professionalism and coordinated with our other... ”

Margaret Chan

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Dobbs Ferry, NY
  • Cellist
  • 25 miles from Newark
  • $250 and up

Yamilet L. said “Margaret was fantastic!! She was professional , well prepared was open to suggestions and we discussed ceremony details beforehand. Our ceremony was absolutely perfect!! She was so easy to work with... ”

Linsay Setzer

4.78 (8)
4 Verified bookings

  • West Milford, NJ
  • Cellist
  • 29 miles from Newark
  • $150 and up

Diane N. said “I can not say enough good things about Lindsay. Other than being prompt and professional, she is a truly talented cello player. It was not an easy time for me and I was very general about a music... ”

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Quick facts for Cellists in Newark, NJ

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.

Newark ranks #6

Newark is the 6th most popular city for Cellists requests in New Jersey.

Popular events

Cellists are typically hired for Baby Showers and Wedding Ceremonies in Newark, NJ.

New Jersey ranks #9

New Jersey is the 9th most popular state for Cellists requests in the United States.

Past events for Cellists in Newark, NJ

Above & beyond what I expected..

Cellist

5.0

April 11, 2026

1 hour

Brandon was great ..right on time...exceeded our expectations....would definitely recommend him.
Event total

$210

About booking Cellists in Newark, NJ

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 Newark, New Jersey 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 Newark 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.

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Cellists serving the Newark, NJ area

These Cellists serve the wider Newark and Essex county area and travel to East Newark, Harrison, Kearny, East Orange, Irvington, Orange, Hillside, Belleville, North Arlington, South Orange, Bloomfield, Glen Ridge, Maplewood, Elizabeth, Union, Bayonne, West Orange, Elizabethport, Lyndhurst, Vauxhall, Nutley, Montclair, Jersey City, Roselle Park, Secaucus, Rutherford, Newport, Roselle, Hoboken, and Verona.