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86 Violinists serving Chicago, IL

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Quartetto Solo

4.99 (137)
Top Performer
166 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing

Hailey R. said “Adrian was very professional and accommodating. He is an extremely talented violinist and was kind and on time! Great communication, and had an expansive repertoire. We received so many compliments...”
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Brian Ostrega, Violinist

4.99 (80)
Top Performer
123 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $200

Anthony E. C. said “Brian was all the rage. His performance was beyond stellar!!! Everyone was asking about him, and we definitely obliged! Thank YOU Brian!!!”
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Violin by Vicki

4.95 (20)
Top Performer
37 Verified bookings

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Violinist
  • 26 miles from Chicago
  • Starts at $195

Imma H. said “Vicki was fantastic! She played beautifully and really set the tone for our baby shower, received multiple compliments from our guests, highly recommend!”
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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...”

Piotrowski Strings

4.99 (79)
Top Performer
79 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $250 – $2,000 per event

Eric S. said “Piotrowski Strings never fail to offer the best communication, professional attitude, and beautiful sounds. We have used them for the last three years, and will continue to call on them in the...”

The Internationals

4.90 (204)
Top Performer
269 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...”

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.”

Iwona Augustyn, violinist

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
10 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...”

Loren Plays Violin

5.0 (8)
Top Performer
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $200 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...”

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.”

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! ”

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...”

Emily Suzanne Fischer

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • 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...”

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...”

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...”

Jenna K, Accomplished Violinist

4.67 (8)
16 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Starts at $100

Rianna Y. said “Jenna played for our cocktail hour for our wedding and she was amazing! professional, great communication, she could play a variety of music & she really set the tone for a wonderful wedding...”

Violinist, Ivory Stephenson

5.0 (19)
56 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing

Adam D. said “The headline says it all. She’s talented, professional, and a joy to have perform. I’d hire her again without a second thought. ”

Lara Madden Violin

5.0 (25)
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.”

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...”

Violinist

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for pricing

Experienced Violinist available for any event, party, or concert.

SEPIA SOUND

5.0 (2)
4 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...”

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...”

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...”

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...

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”

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!”

  • 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

62,511 quotes sent

In the past year, Violinists have sent 62,511 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 16,328 Violinist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

2.1 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 2.1 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

Flexible, Reliable, and Truly Talented

Violinist

5.0

April 25, 2026

1.5 hour

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 performance at my daughter’s wedding. I highly recommend him 100%.
Event total

$225

Beautiful music!

Violinist

5.0

June 20, 2026

1.5 hour

Prestige Performances string trio brought exactly what we were looking for to Borge the ceremony & cocktail hour. They played beautifully!
Event total

$1,275

Wedding

Violinist

5.0

October 4, 2026

45 minutes

Thank you so much for your performance at my wedding! It came out perfect, everyone loved it and I actually started crying a bit because it was exactly how I imagined.
Event total

$400

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.