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33 Cellists serving Portland, OR

Kristopher Duke, Cellist

5.0 (4)
7 Verified bookings

  • Portland, OR
  • Cellist
  • $175 – $400 per event

Kathleen B. said “Kristopher was amazing! He came to the rehearsal first and was able to play everything we asked for! The wedding ceremony went perfect with the timing of all the different songs we requested, and... ”

Elizabeth Donovan, cellist

5.0 (4)
4 Verified bookings

  • Portland, OR
  • Cellist
  • Starts at $250

Julie H. said “Lizzy’s presence and music provided the support and background ambience that elevated our garden party to something very special. I’m so happy to have found her through Gigsalad. Thank you both! ”

Oregon Cellist

5.0 (8)
10 Verified bookings

  • Portland, OR
  • Cellist
  • Starts at $150

Sophia H. said “Eric Alterman came and played for my grandma's 87 birthday. All of us had tears in our eyes from how beautiful it was. Highly recommend Eric and his quartet at any event. ”

Elegant Solo Cello

5.0 (18)
29 Verified bookings

  • Portland, OR
  • Cellist
  • Starts at $200

Liset P. said “Music was excellent, she even learned new music for our ceremony. It was all perfect! ”

Makenna Bach - cellist

5.0 (27)
41 Verified bookings

  • Portland, OR
  • Cellist
  • Starts at $350

Kyle M. said “Makenna was a great choice for providing live music for our wedding ceremony and reception! She provided a list of possible songs to review in advance (from a pretty wide range of genres), and she was... ”
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Serenade Events

4.26 (158)
392 Verified bookings

  • Portland, OR
  • String Quartet / Cellist
  • $150 – $1,500 per event

Karen A. S. A. said “Cello and guitar duo were perfect for our event. Nice job! ”

Lepard String Duo

5.0 (81)
Top Performer
179 Verified bookings

  • Portland, OR
  • Violinist / Cellist
  • Starts at $500

Liz F. said “They were wonderful. We really enjoyed their music and appreciated them playing the somewhat odd music requested for processional and recessional. I would definitely use them for another event! ”

Quinn Liu, Cellist

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
3 Verified bookings

  • Portland, OR
  • String Trio / Cellist
  • Starts at $250

Todd B. E. said “They really hit a home run and made the evening come together. They made a special occasion more special. Thank ypu! ”

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Quick facts for Cellists in Portland, OR

6,362 quotes sent

In the past year, Cellists have sent 6,362 quotes to event planners.

42nd most popular

Cellists rank #42 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 4,086 Cellist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

2.5 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 2.5 days (on average) to hire a Cellist.

Portland ranks #1

Portland is the most popular city for Cellists requests in Oregon.

Popular events

Cellists are typically hired for Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Receptions, and Birthday Parties in Portland, OR.

Oregon ranks #6

Oregon is the 6th most popular state for Cellists requests in the United States.

Past events for Cellists in Portland, OR

Amazing evening with Cellotopia Music.

Cellist

5.0

December 18, 2025

2.5 hours

We had amazing feedback from our guests and members. Different selection of music which fit perfectly with the theme of the event. Very professional, friendly experience. We will definitely be inviting Joseph back to play at our community! Grateful for such a lovely evening!
Event total

$250

Super communicative and flexible!

Cellist

5.0

May 30, 2026

1.5 hour

We had Makenna for our outdoor wedding ceremony and she did amazing. She was easy to get in touch with as well and was amenable to playing along with me as well!
Event total

$600

Wedding music

Cellist

5.0

June 12, 2026

2 hours

We had a small wedding in Portland and we chose McKenna as our cellist! What a great decision that was. She is very versatile, talented try and easy to work with. Our music was exactly what we asked for. We are grateful she was part of the memories we will have! Thanks McKenna
Event total

$550

About booking Cellists in Portland, OR

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 Portland, Oregon 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 Portland 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 Portland, OR area

These Cellists serve the wider Portland and Multnomah county area and travel to West Haven-Sylvan, Raleigh Hills, Milwaukie, West Slope, Beaverton, Oak Grove, Cedar Hills, Lake Oswego, Oatfield, Happy Valley, Tigard, Marylhurst, McLoughlin, Vancouver, West Linn, Clackamas, Gladstone, Aloha, King City, Tualatin, Hazel Dell, Gresham, Fairview, Damascus, Oregon City, Hillsboro, Sherwood, Troutdale, Salmon Creek, and Camas.