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88 Violinists serving Oakland, CA

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The Strolling Violinist

5.0 (18)
Top Performer
60 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • $400.00 and up

Benny H. said “From start to finish, everything was perfect. Ben was kind, professional, and incredibly skilled. The music made our proposal feel like something out of a movie. We’ll always remember that moment, and... ”
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Lupe Music

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
9 Verified bookings

  • Pacifica, CA
  • Violinist
  • 18 miles from Oakland
  • $500-2000

Jessie J. said “Thank you so much for being such a beautiful part of our reception night. Not only is your talent incredible, but you were also so sweet, kind, and amazing to work with throughout the entire... ”
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Violinist Carlos

5.0 (14)
24 Verified bookings

  • Antioch, CA
  • Violinist
  • 29 miles from Oakland
  • “$400 and up “

Idania R. said “He was awesome! Very talented. He knew what music to play. Very professional as well. Highly recommend! ”

Briana Di Mara

4.95 (19)
Top Performer
42 Verified bookings

  • Oakland, CA
  • Violinist
  • $300 and up

Eli M. said “Marvelous ,Was on time,very professional,Perfect perfect perfect all the way around.If I could I would write a post in the New York Times.I would refer to everyone. ”

Isaiah Pekary (Violinist)

4.97 (24)
Top Performer
61 Verified bookings

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • Violinist
  • 26 miles from Oakland
  • $425 and up

Marcia D. said “We hired Isaiah to play for our pre-ceremony, handle our ceremony music, and to play for our guests during cocktail hour. Leading up to the event, Isaiah was professional and communicative. Isaiah was... ”

Lilia Valerie

4.93 (29)
58 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • Contact for rates

Garrett said “Lilia was very communicative and easy going! She accommodated our requests and was absolutely professional! Her skill and beautiful violin playing enhanced our wedding ceremony. We can't recommend her... ”

SF Wedding Violinist

5.0 (22)
Top Performer
49 Verified bookings

  • Oakland, CA
  • Violinist
  • Contact for rates

Ron C. said “I chose to surprise my girlfriend with an engagement ring while we were hiking by the water's edge overlooking SF. I hired Second Act to pretend to be a violinist practicing along the trail. As we... ”

Variety Violin

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • $150 and up

Daniel Z. said “She was so helpful and helped me plan everything, grateful she was playing for the proposal! ”

SFWedding& Events Music

5.0 (6)
1 Verified booking

  • Oakland, CA
  • Violinist
  • $400-2000

Olga W. said “Alise made my parents' anniversary truly special. I wanted to surprise them by having a violinist play the music that played at their wedding, in a local park - she was there set up ahead of time,... ”

Violinist Beti

5.0 (15)
18 Verified bookings

  • Oakland, CA
  • Violinist
  • $250-$1,000

Aasim Y. said “Beti was a perfect addition to our proposal. She was communicative and flexible—and was open to my input. Among other songs, her version of Encchanted by Taylor Swift brought the special moment... ”

Matt Major Violin

5.0 (6)
3 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • Weddings 750$ with deposit. weddings 3+ hrs 1000.

Chad S. said “Matt was a highlight of our wedding; many guests went out of their way to comment on how great he was. He was really easy to work with, very communicative, and provided the perfect mix of classic... ”

Levitation Violin

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • Contact for rates

Eva H. said “My violinist was on time and performed exactly as expected. His choices of songs were on point and played the one song that is fairly new that I had requested. ”

Sir Kippy Marks

1 Verified booking

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • Contact for rates

Sir Clifford LeRoy Edwards aka Kippy Marks is a spirited Global solo entertainer whose shows are permeated with an infectious joy. His distinctive sound...

City Violinist

3 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • $300 and up

Captivating violin music for weddings, parties, social events, and corporate entertainment. Anything from stripped and acoustic solo set, to fiery electric...

Violinist, Aleksi Z

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • Contact for rates

Estrella A. said “Not only was he professional patient and so kind during all exchanges. He is an incredible musician with a fantastical amount of genre knowledge. I highly recommend him! If you’re not hiring him... ”

Kate Mayfield - Violinist

5.0 (9)
3 Verified bookings

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • $400+

David K. said “Kate recently performed in my elderly parents' downtown San Francisco apartment as a surprise 87th birthday party. Kate not only delivered performances of the highest caliber, but her genuine care and... ”

Eli Willis Violin

4.84 (5)
11 Verified bookings

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • Violinist
  • 13 miles from Oakland
  • $500+

Thomas P. said “Strong violinist! Very nice guy. Very prompt, and willing to play as much as I asked for. Very impressed with his rendition of ‘Ashoken Farewell’. ”

Lauren Huen - Violinist

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Danville, CA
  • Violinist
  • 15 miles from Oakland
  • Contact for rates

Eduardo R. said “very respectful and professional 👏 as an Artist she is amazing and I highly recommend her, I will be calling her for other large events, I was very happy with her at the wedding ”

Classical violin and pop performances

5.0 (6)
14 Verified bookings

  • Fremont, CA
  • Violinist
  • 23 miles from Oakland
  • $200 and up

Sarah D. said “It was wonderful working with Jelena, she was very communicative and helpful when we asked for some specific pieces to be played. The music sounded great and all the guests were quite impressed with... ”

Professional Violinist

5.0 (5)
12 Verified bookings

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • Violinist
  • 24 miles from Oakland
  • $100-$300

Michelle L. said “Maya was absolutely wonderful! Her communication was efficient and clear, making the entire process seamless. On top of that, she is an incredibly talented violinist. Her performance truly elevated... ”

  • Oakland, CA
  • Violinist
  • Contact for rates

Graham Patzner - Singer, Violinist, and Songwriter With over 32 years of experience on the violin, Graham Patzner blends classical training with raw emotion,...

  • Emeryville, CA
  • Violinist
  • 3 miles from Oakland
  • $125 and up

Solo Violinist/Violist for hire for your wedding, funeral, or corporate event. I play with or without a backing track at the clients request, and my...

Gabriel Wheaton

New member

  • Berkeley, CA
  • Violinist
  • 5 miles from Oakland
  • Contact for rates

Gabriel is a dynamic violinist and live-looping performer who transforms any event into an unforgettable musical experience. Using his violin and effects...

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Violinist
  • 8 miles from Oakland
  • $400 - $2000

Hailing from Poland, Magdalena brings a unique blend of classically trained violin and soulful jazz vocals to every performance. Specializing in creating...

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Quick facts for Violinists in Oakland, CA

58,768 quotes sent

In the past year, Violinists have sent 58,768 quotes to event planners.

4th most popular

Violinists rank #4 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 15,318 Violinist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

2 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 2 days (on average) to hire a Violinist.

Oakland ranks #18

Oakland is the 18th most popular city for Violinists requests in California.

Popular events

Violinists are typically hired for Wedding Ceremonies, Christmas Parties, and Nonprofit Events in Oakland, CA.

California ranks #1

California is the most popular state for Violinists requests in the United States.

Past events for Violinists in Oakland, CA

Amazing artist

Violinist

5.0

December 20, 2025

2 hours

Matt was amazing for our party. An accomplished musician, he tailored an experience that fit the gathering....and the guests lived him! Such a talent!
Event total

$1,150

Fantastic violinist to make your event magical!

Violinist

5.0

November 23, 2025

45 minutes

Eli was a fantastic violinist for our short civil wedding ceremony, which was more like an elopement. We wanted a way to make our ceremony feel more official, so we tried to find a violinist with less than a week’s notice. Eli was so responsive and communicative with us, and flexible when our timing changed a bit day of. He showed up on time and dress in a nice suit. His talent with a violin was fabulous: it completely changed our simple ceremony into a beautiful and romantic memory. All of us were so grateful for his performance, and he was so kind and professional throughout. Several of my friends asked about booking him for future events and I’d recommend him in a heartbeat if you want a talented and professional violinist!
Event total

$250

About booking Violinists in Oakland, CA

Violin music can create a beautiful atmosphere for any special event. Hire a solo violinist to provide background music at your cocktail hour or dinner party, or book an ensemble of professional violinists to perform at your wedding ceremony or corporate event. Our Oakland viola players and violinists perform everything from classical music to modern pop, rock, and country hits.

The cost for booking a violinist in Oakland, California will vary depending on your event details, the performance length, and the musician’s skill level. Classically-trained violinists with more experience may charge more for their services. Contact the local violinists for hire above to get customized quotes for your event.

While browsing profiles for Oakland violinists, be sure to 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 other events they've worked at. Once you find the best violinist, request a free quote and discuss important details like performance length and breaks, song requests, and setup requirements. Clarify if a PA system is needed, like for an electric violinist, and who will provide it.

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Violinists serving the Oakland, CA area

These Violinists serve the wider Oakland and Alameda county area and travel to Alameda, Piedmont, Emeryville, Berkeley, Albany, Canyon, St-Margte-Lin, Orinda, Kensington, Moraga, El Cerrito, San Leandro, San Francisco, Richmond, Lafayette, Presidio, Brisbane, Tiburon, Ashland, Belvedere Tiburon, San Pablo, San Lorenzo, El Sobrante, Sausalito, South San Francisco, Castro Valley, Walnut Creek, Alamo, Colma, and Daly City.