- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Starts at $400
Joe D. said
“Ben was brilliant. ”
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84 Violinists serving San Francisco, CA
- Pacifica, CA
- Violinist
- 12 miles from San Francisco
- $500 – $2,000 per event
Joshua G. said
“Lupe was easy to work with leading up to my wedding and made the day memorable. Her playing of the violin was amazing and a highlight of the day. To confirm I heard nothing but positive feedback... ”
- Oakland, CA
- Violinist
- 8 miles from San Francisco
- Starts at $300
Theresa C. said
“Very professional ❤️ ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Contact for pricing
Tiana N. said
“We loved having Lilia play at our elopement celebration dinner! Her violin performance was absolutely beautiful and created such a special atmosphere for the evening. She was wonderful to work with,... ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Contact for pricing
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... ”
- Oakland, CA
- Violinist
- 8 miles from San Francisco
- $400 – $2,000 per event
Timothy B. said
“Alise Ewan was an absolute highlight of our event. From the moment she began playing, she created an atmosphere that felt both elevated and deeply personal. Her talent is undeniable—every note was... ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Starts at $750
Ruchi K. said
“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! ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Starts at $400
Mark D. T. said
“Have you every witnessed a musician that has the audience sitting on the edge of their seats with tears in their eyes---even the hardened and skeptical professional musicians in the audience? That... ”
Sir Kippy Marks
1 Verified booking- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Contact for pricing
Sir Clifford LeRoy Edwards aka Kippy Marks is a spirited Global solo entertainer whose shows are permeated with an infectious joy. His distinctive sound...
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Contact for pricing
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. ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Starts at $150
Anthony G. said
“Jessica was very professional, intelligent about she approached playing, was beautiful communicative with my friend and played wonderfully. I would have her play again anywhere. ”
City Violinist
3 Verified bookings- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Starts at $300
Captivating violin music for weddings, parties, social events, and corporate entertainment. Anything from stripped and acoustic solo set, to fiery electric...
- Oakland, CA
- Violinist
- 8 miles from San Francisco
- Starts at $495
Mohammad J. said
“Lot of attendees commented and liked it. ”
- Oakland, CA
- Violinist
- 8 miles from San Francisco
- $250 – $1,000 per event
Danielle S. said
“Beti was so lovely to work with and our client absolutely loved her performance. Thank you, Beti! ”
- Walnut Creek, CA
- Violinist
- 21 miles from San Francisco
- Starts at $500
Celeste S. said
“Eli is such a skilled violinist. He did an absolutely phenomenal job playing the violin at our Bridgerton tea party, and everyone commented on how talented he is; he was the highlight of the entire... ”
- Danville, CA
- Violinist
- 23 miles from San Francisco
- Contact for pricing
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 ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Contact for pricing
Jacqueline Ching is a violinist with her BM and MM from the Eastman School of Music and McGill Schulich School of Music. Jacqueline is available for weddings,...
Sanemi Violin
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Contact for pricing
Nesreen Z. said
“We were so fortunate to have Sanemi perform for our first dance at our wedding. Her playing was absolutely breathtaking and added a special touch to the moment. Sanemi was so great to work with... ”
Charming Violin
- San Francisco, CA
- Violinist
- Starts at $120
Jiyoung S. said
“The violinist exceeded all expectations with her breathtaking performance, demonstrating extraordinary musical talent and expressive depth. Her technique was impeccable, blending precision with... ”
- Oakland, CA
- Violinist
- 8 miles from San Francisco
- Contact for pricing
Graham Patzner - Singer, Violinist, and Songwriter With over 32 years of experience on the violin, Graham Patzner blends classical training with raw emotion,...
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Quick facts for Violinists in San Francisco, CA
62,182 quotes sent
In the past year, Violinists have sent 62,182 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 16,149 Violinist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
1.9 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 1.9 days (on average) to hire a Violinist.
San Francisco ranks #3
San Francisco is the 3rd most popular city for Violinists requests in California.
Popular events
Violinists are typically hired for Wedding Ceremonies, Surprises, and Corporate Events in San Francisco, CA.
California ranks #1
California is the most popular state for Violinists requests in the United States.
Past events for Violinists in San Francisco, CA
Made the event lovely!
Violinist
5.0
December 11, 2025
3 hours
My marketing agency booked Isaiah for a client's private cocktail party. The client said Isaiah was the perfect fit and exactly what they were looking for! Really happy to have found him here.
Event total
$1,000
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Review for Ben (The Strolling Violinist)
Violinist
5.0
January 17, 2026
2 hours
Ben was fantastic! Super professional, arrived on time, and stayed until our guests started leaving — even a little past the agreed time, which we really appreciated (sorry Ben, I didn’t even realize we went over 😅).
I also forgot to send him our playlist, but he came fully prepared anyway. Event planning is stressful, so I was honestly so grateful he made it easy. His performance added such a classy and special touch to the night. Highly recommend Ben if you want an amazing violinist and a smooth, stress-free experience! 🎻✨
Event total
$500
Ben was great!
Violinist
5.0
January 18, 2026
30 minutes
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 the music played a huge role in making it so special. Highly recommend for any meaningful event.
Event total
$350
About booking Violinists in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco viola players and violinists perform everything from classical music to modern pop, rock, and country hits.
The cost for booking a violinist in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco, CA area
These Violinists serve the wider San Francisco and San Francisco county area and travel to St-Margte-Lin, Presidio, Brisbane, Daly City, Sausalito, Tiburon, Belvedere Tiburon, Colma, Alameda, Marin City, South San Francisco, Oakland, Emeryville, Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, San Bruno, Albany, Berkeley, Muir Beach, Piedmont, Mill Valley, El Cerrito, Pacifica, Richmond, Corte Madera, San Quentin, Kensington, Millbrae, Larkspur, Greenbrae, and San Pablo.