- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $200 and up
Jake L. said
“Brian was amazing. Fair pricing, attentive responses and amazing performance on the biggest day of my life.
Thank You Brian ”
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92 Violinists serving Chicago, IL
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $0 - $600
Richard S. said
“I hired Adrian to perform at a fundraiser at my home. The initial start time moved around several times, but he was happy to accommodate the changes. I also had several songs that were a must for... ”
- Buffalo Grove, IL
- Violinist
- 26 miles from Chicago
- $195 and up
Joseph C. said
“Vicki was early and set herself up! I wanted to help her but she did it all! Her music was wonderful. Everyone at the condo and holiday party felt the same way. My wife Barbara told me she was the... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $300+
Matthew said
“I had Natalie and Julia play at La Dolce Vita in Detroit when I proposed to my wife. Natalie was great to work with and accommodated every request I had. She also took it upon herself to... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $500 and up
Ally K. said
“Rachel made my wedding guests so happy. She was going from table to table playing the violin to our guests. They were in love. I’m Middle Eastern and I asked her a couple days before the wedding if... ”
- Niles, IL
- Violinist
- 13 miles from Chicago
- $250$ and up
Osvaldo P. said
“He is college educated in music and you can tell. He performs a wide variety of hit songs. Nice guy too. ”
- Park Ridge, IL
- Violinist
- 14 miles from Chicago
- $300-1600
Clinton B. I. said
“Julia was excellent. She arrived before time and the music was great. My guest enjoyed her. I would recommend her for any event. Thanks for the joyous evening.
C. Blackwell ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $500 and up
Natalie Frakes is a Detroit born and bred seasoned violinist, artistic curator, and educator who believes deeply in using music as a vehicle for social...
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $250-$2,000
Trina D. said
“Anna’s music was absolutely incredible at our wedding ceremony. She brought such a beautiful, emotional energy to the ceremony that truly made it unforgettable. Walking down the aisle to her playing... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $475+
Jamie H. said
“Kathryn was great to work with and was a beautiful asset to my wedding ceremony. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a violinist for their event. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $450 and up
Ryan K. said
“I highly recommend! This was the best performance ever! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $300 and up
Sara R. said
“The violinist played a key role in our celebration. Very nice, and played beautifully. Highly recommended. ”
- Deerfield, IL
- Violinist
- 23 miles from Chicago
- $150 for the 1st hour, and $100 every next hour
Teonna H. said
“Thank you so much for making my big day special! ”
- Buffalo Grove, IL
- Violinist
- 26 miles from Chicago
- $100-700
Amanda B. said
“Such talented artists and such a delightful addition to our party. We booked an accordionist with mandolin. They were so wonderful we added extra time!! Highly recommend, hope to work with them... ”
- Grayslake, IL
- Violinist
- 39 miles from Chicago
- $200$ and up
Sally G. said
“Yulya created a beautiful sound track and accompaniment for a special event class at our studio, The Yoga Studio Effect. We can’t wait to have her back again soon! ”
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- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $100 and up
Nayaly said
“We hired Jenna for our wedding and gave her some song suggestions. She executed everything to eloquently. I definitely recommend Jenna. Also, she does a good job of communicating ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
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Rishi P. said
“Ivory was excellent for my event. Very communicative and made the whole process simple ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $210/hr
Estelle P. said
“Loren was very personable and professional. He was a joy to listen to and took time to explain most of the pieces he played. He made our evening perfect. Hire Loren and you’ll be thrilled you did. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $150 and up
Zachary K. said
“Kimberly was nice, accommodating, friendly, and a great violinist to boot! We are so happy we hired her to play our wedding. She played multiple songs that we had requested for the occasion and was... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $100-$300
Adriana R. said
“Lara was amazing! My husband and I were so happy she was able to play for our wedding ceremony. She was kind enough to learn a song we requested. I would recommend her 100x times over. Will definitely... ”
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Performing for nursing homes, schools, private events, weddings, and more, my philosophy as a violinist is to play my part in making our world a better place by...
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $250 and up
Brittany J. said
“From day 1 Carlos was professional and communicated very well. Quick quote and even sent additional samples of his work. Very collaborative during the entire process. The performance was great and... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $185 and up
Allan H. said
“John was the perfect violinist for my wedding. He clearly practiced hard and performed beautifully in front of a large audience. He is charismatic and poised, and you'll be glad you chose John as your... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $250 - $2,500
Bobbi P. said
“David was a delight to work with. Very professional, a gifted artist and a delight to work with. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $500 and up
Stacy S. said
“Rebecca is absolutely phenomenal. She worked with our DJ and played in sync, and people were floored. We had the best time ever with her playing-talent and coolness unparalleled. I would absolutely... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $300+
Jon B. said
“Ron played for a Memorial service and did a great job! He was easy to communicate with and followed through on everything we discussed. He did a wonderful rendition of Hallelujah which brought tears... ”
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1 Verified booking- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $150 and up
I am a reliable, organized violin and piano teacher with over a decade of violin/piano experience and a strong academic background. I hold a B.M. in Violin...
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $600-3500
Kirsten P. said
“Beyond the technical brilliance, what truly stood out was the genuine passion and connection the singer-violinist had with her music. Each piece felt like a personal expression, delivered with... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $200-$1000
Erik N. said
“Emily has played solos, duets, and ensemble music in our Music Ministry at First United Methodist Church at the Chicago Temple for special Sunday services. She is a leader through her beautiful and... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $200 and up
Debra S. said
“Very professional and well received. Very happy with this concert. Hope to have them again. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- Contact for rates
Michael S. said
“words cannot describe how incredibly wonderful it was to play with Zara...her musical vocabulary is deep and wide...she effortlessly glides between genres like an Olympic skater...her tone is... ”
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Quick facts for Violinists in Chicago, IL
43,796 quotes sent
In the past year, Violinists have sent 43,796 quotes to event planners.
2nd most popular
Violinists rank #2 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
5 out of 5 stars
There are 13,811 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.
Chicago ranks #1
Chicago is the most popular city for Violinists requests in Illinois.
Popular events
Violinists are typically hired for Wedding Ceremonies, Birthday Parties, and Surprises in Chicago, IL.
Illinois ranks #5
Illinois is the 5th most popular state for Violinists requests in the United States.
Past events for Violinists in Chicago, IL
Reliable, Talented, Friendly
Violinist
5.0
November 20, 2024
1.5 hour
Piotrowski Strings came through for us with amazing talent, professionalism and smiles when we needed a last minute booking. The attendees raved about her, she was completely self sufficient and changed the whole reception environment with her wonderful music. Thank you Anna!
Event total
$500
Amazing
Violinist
5.0
April 23, 2025
30 minutes
Thank you for the amazing music during this special moment. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Event total
$100
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Violinist
5.0
May 18, 2025
2.5 hours
Brian is such a delight to work with! He did an amazing job! He was so prompt n even arrived earlier than we did ready to get setup !
He is well organized n very quick in responding back!
He was very flexible in suggestions for adding Bollywood songs n did a phenomenal job adding n bringing life of my milestone party! He has a nice growing catalog of Bollywood songs and did a fantastic job playing at the bday event. I highly recommend Brian to anyone looking for a professional violinist! My husband said to have kept him for the entire length of party! Very pleased with him! and he is easy to work with ! Good job n thank you !
Event total
$250
About booking Violinists in Chicago, IL
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 Chicago viola players and violinists perform everything from classical music to modern pop, rock, and country hits.
The cost for booking a violinist in Chicago, Illinois 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 Chicago 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 Chicago, IL area
These Violinists 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.