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88 Violinists serving Chicago, IL

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Quartetto Solo

4.99 (132)
Top Performer
166 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing
Michelle G. said “We had a few songs for him during the ceremony, contemporary songs and gave him permission to add music during the quiet spots and he did it perfectly! Truly a professional as we gave him instructions... ”
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Brian Ostrega, Violinist

4.99 (78)
Top Performer
120 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $200
Erys W. said “Brian was great and was very accommodating even when we had our mix up. Would definitely hire him again ”
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Rachael Miller

5.0 (86)
94 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing
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... ”
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Julia Evans

5.0 (5)
12 Verified bookings
  • Park Ridge, IL
  • Violinist
  • 14 miles from Chicago
  • $300 – $1,600 per event
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 ”
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Violin by Vicki

4.95 (19)
35 Verified bookings
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Violinist
  • 26 miles from Chicago
  • Starts at $195
Cristina K. said “Vicki performed at my dads memorial service she did a great job. Showed on time and played the songs I selected. ”
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The Internationals

4.93 (199)
Top Performer
266 Verified bookings
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Violinist
  • 26 miles from Chicago
  • $100 – $700 per event
Valinda P. said “Michael arrived early for my daughter's party. He set up quickly and was an instant hit. He really connected with the crowd, and they connected with him. My daughter was blown away as he played her... ”
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Piotrowski Strings

4.99 (76)
76 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $250 – $2,000 per event
Michele W. said “Immediate response to my quote request. Excellent communication throughout the process. On time and patiently waited when we were behind schedule. Played the song requested so well. This was a great... ”
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Kisava

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $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. ”
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Iwona Augustyn, violinist

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
9 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing
Robert T. said “Iwona's violin playing was enchanting. We were impressed with her professionalism, repertoire, and presentation. She arrived early and exceeded our expectations. All our guests raved about her... ”
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Lara Madden Violin

5.0 (25)
Top Performer
36 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $100 – $300 per event
Ayse C. said “Lara Madden gave a solid performance, displaying good technique and a clear understanding of the music. Her interpretation was enjoyable and well-prepared. ”
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Loren Plays Violin

5.0 (8)
Top Performer
7 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $150 per hour
Elizabeth G. said “It was a pleasure working with Lauren. He was always very communicative, flexible with my daughter preferences, and incredibly kind. He always responded quickly, and we absolutely loved his... ”
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Full Size Music, Even If I Play Alone

5.0 (15)
Top Performer
22 Verified bookings
  • Deerfield, IL
  • Violinist
  • 23 miles from Chicago
  • Starts at $150 per hour
Charlotte S. said “The violinist was outstanding. He played the music I requested. He was very entertaining. His music was beautiful. My guest amazed by his wonderful performance. ”
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Grantova Violin

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
11 Verified bookings
  • Grayslake, IL
  • Violinist
  • 39 miles from Chicago
  • Starts at $200
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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Jenna K, Accomplished Violinist

4.64 (7)
15 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $100
Austin P. said “I hired Jenna to play for my engagement proposal. Her playing was amazing! Additionally, she was super easy to work with and quick with communication, which made everything stress-free! 1000%... ”
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Violinist

1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing
Experienced Violinist available for any event, party, or concert.
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Kimberly Bill - Violinist

5.0 (4)
3 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $150
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... ”
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David Beytas

4.96 (51)
83 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $250 – $2,500 per event
Dain B. said “I’ve never hired a musician before David but let me just say, he exceeded whatever expectation I may have had. David discussed with me about dates, timing, song choices, and even dress attire for... ”
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Emily Suzanne Fischer

5.0 (2)
1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $300 – $1,000 per event
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... ”
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Violino Cantata by Carlos Chacon

5.0 (3)
1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $250
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... ”
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Rebecca Faber - Violinist

5.0 (9)
28 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $500
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... ”
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Ashley Gomez, Violinist

1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $150
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...
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SEPIA SOUND

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing
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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John Heo Music

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $185
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... ”
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Violinist - Ronald Gilbert

5.0 (4)
9 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $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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Aviva Chertok Li

5.0 (30)
35 Verified bookings
  • Deerfield, IL
  • Violinist
  • 23 miles from Chicago
  • Contact for pricing
Georgia R. said “Aviva performed at a bridal shower/brunch and made our event amazing! ”
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Wedding and Event Music by Heidi

New member
  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing
Hi there! My name is Heidi, I am a professional violinist in the Chicago area who provides classical music services for your event! Options range from solo...
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Quick facts for Violinists in Chicago, IL

62,391 quotes sent

In the past year, Violinists have sent 62,391 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 15,866 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

Talented and Professional

Violinist

5.0

October 11, 2025

15 minutes

Ivory was a wonderful violinist and even helped out with the engagement preparation. I highly recommend her!
Event total

$150

Amazing!

Violinist

5.0

November 15, 2025

2 hours

Adrian was a GEM! Don’t hesitate to book this amazing talent. My husband and I were celebrating our 40th birthdays & threw a Victorian Wig Party. Adrian’s talent was the cherry on top! He was professional yet charismatic, on time, and took into consideration specific songs we requested to make our event extra special. My guests were impressed and in awe! I would book him again and again! Thank you Adrian!
Event total

$450

Bridgerton Ball

Violinist

5.0

November 22, 2025

2 hours

Emily is truly a rare talent. Her playing is absolutely beautiful, and she has a way of captivating an entire audience with her music. I recently hosted a Bridgerton-themed ball for my sister’s 50th birthday, and Emily was incredible from start to finish—so responsive, enthusiastic, and genuinely committed to bringing the vision to life. She even went out of her way to learn several Bridgerton pieces for our cocktail hour and dinner, and showed up perfectly dressed for the theme. The violinist was such a key part of the evening, and I truly couldn’t have pulled it off without her! Thank you Emily! I really appreciate it!!
Event total

$300

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.

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