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88 Violinists serving Chicago, IL

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Brian Ostrega, Violinist

4.99 (75)
Top Performer
114 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $200 and up

Kaitlyn T. said “This is the 3rd year in a row having Brian play for the Valentines event we do every year for my memory care community. He is so friendly and the music always sounds amazing! He really helps to set... ”
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Quartetto Solo

4.99 (129)
Top Performer
157 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $0 - $600

Candace G. said “Our violinist did an amazing job at our baby shower and added such a beautiful touch to the day. The music was elegant, professional, and created the perfect atmosphere for our guests. He was easy... ”
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Violin by Vicki

4.95 (19)
Top Performer
33 Verified bookings

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Violinist
  • 26 miles from Chicago
  • $195 and up

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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Rachael Miller

5.0 (86)
94 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”
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Rebecca Faber - Violinist

5.0 (9)
27 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”
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Julia Evans

5.0 (5)
11 Verified bookings

  • 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 ”

Piotrowski Strings

4.99 (72)
Top Performer
75 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $250-$2,000

Natalie M. said “Anna was absolutely phenomenal!! She was so sweet and accommodating to work with. Hearing her even warm up the day of our wedding made me tear up! I received SO many compliments during the reception... ”

The Internationals

4.92 (192)
Top Performer
262 Verified bookings

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Violinist
  • 26 miles from Chicago
  • $100-700

Steve E. said “Michael was talented and easy to work with. ”

Kisava

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • 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. ”

Jenna K, Accomplished Violinist

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
11 Verified bookings

  • 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 ”

Iwona Augustyn, violinist

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for rates

Lucy B. said “Iwona's performance at our wedding was absolutely breathtaking. Each piece was played with grace, emotion, and perfect timing, creating a magical atmosphere that touched everyone present. Our guests... ”

Full Size Music, Even If I Play Alone

5.0 (12)
Top Performer
19 Verified bookings

  • Deerfield, IL
  • Violinist
  • 23 miles from Chicago
  • $150 for the 1st hour, and $100 every next hour

Alaina R. said “Igor was a pleasure to work with! He was responsive to messages, showed up with more than enough time to setup so that he was ready to go for the booking stat time. The music was beautiful, and really... ”

John Heo Music

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • 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... ”

Lara Madden Violin

5.0 (24)
35 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”

SEPIA SOUND

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”

Loren Plays Violin

5.0 (6)
5 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $150/hr

Harshala C. said “I booked Loren to perform at my engagement party and that was the best addition to the celebration. He is very talented and skilled and he put up a great performance. Even with the booking process, he... ”

Kimberly Bill - Violinist

5.0 (4)
3 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”

Ashley Gomez, Violinist

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...

Violino Cantata by Carlos Chacon

5.0 (3)
1 Verified booking

  • 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... ”

David Beytas

4.96 (49)
79 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $250 - $2,500

Labeeb H. said “We had David play at a luncheon and he exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend ! ”

Emily Suzanne Fischer

5.0 (2)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • $300-$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... ”

Violinist - Ronald Gilbert

5.0 (4)
9 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”

Violinist, Ivory Stephenson

5.0 (13)
50 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for rates

Nate R. said “Ivory was a wonderful violinist and even helped out with the engagement preparation. I highly recommend her! ”

Violinist

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for rates

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

8 Bit Mike- Piano/Keytar

5.0 (2)
1 Verified booking

  • 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. ”

Aviva Chertok Li

5.0 (30)
35 Verified bookings

  • Deerfield, IL
  • Violinist
  • 23 miles from Chicago
  • Contact for rates

Georgia R. said “Aviva performed at a bridal shower/brunch and made our event amazing! ”

Grantova Violin

5.0 (7)
9 Verified bookings

  • 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! ”

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist
  • Contact for rates

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

57,465 quotes sent

In the past year, Violinists have sent 57,465 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 15,183 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, Wedding Engagements, 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

Exceptional!

Violinist

5.0

August 12, 2025

30 minutes

Working with Yulya was absolutely phenomenal. She is responsive, insightful, and incredibly thoughtful. On the day of my proposal, the weather was shattered storms and she was patient and considerate with the timeline so everything came out perfect. She played her role seamlessly and performed our song with passion and elegance, elevating the moment ten fold. I could not recommend her enough!!
Event total

$50

Professional & Great Performance

Violinist

5.0

August 23, 2025

2 hours

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 made the day so special.
Event total

$450

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

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.