- Denver, CO
- String Quartet
- $500-$5000 depending on the location and ensemble
Blue Violin
Overview
The internationally acclaimed Blue Violin has performed in Europe, Asia, Australia and North American and has provided music for 1,000+ weddings. Available as a ceremony and cocktail hour musician, or for corporate events and wedding receptions, the Blue Violin appears as a solo act, with track, or small ensemble.
With a presence as bold as his sound, Blue Violin commands grand concert halls and intimate candlelit venues alike. His style blurs the lines between classical mastery and rock-and-roll fire, captivating audiences around the world. Blue Violin has performed alongside Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, and Jennifer Holliday, with special appearances with John Mayer and even Sesame Street.
Reviews
6 reviews
Gladys A.
October 17, 2024It was beautiful
Everyone loved the music during processional and during the ceremony, it was beautiful
He also added a nice little touch during Cocktail hour
Hired as: Violinist
Blue Violin
Thanks so much! Was a lovely wedding and a joy to be able to participate!
Donna S.
January 11, 2024Five Plus - in all areas- Blue Violin is exceptional
Blue Violin is an exceptional talent in all areas - performance, virtuosity, communication before event, arrival. We were a small party celebrating 80 th Birthday- all of our guests - from young to vintage enjoyed Blue Violin - whatever requests- Blue Violin accommodated! Thank You Blue Violin and GigSalad for making a forever memory to treasure!
Hired as: Violinist
Kristine G.
December 9, 2023Best there is!!!
Don’t hesitate to sign with Chris!! We needed a last minute violinist and Chris stepped up big time. Was able to come in with just songs and chords and little to no rehearsal time, to play like we were in a concert hall. I will be telling everyone I know about Blue Violin.
Hired as: Violinist
Blue Violin
Thanks so much, Kristine! It was a lovely wedding, and it was a pleasure to work with Isaac!
Shelley S.
August 11, 2023Chris is an awesome artist!
A huge repertoire, and a perfect performance for my father’s 94th birthday left ALL of us in smiling awe. On top of being a great performer, Chris goes with the flow, and is extremely personable. His incredible background is second to none - so exciting to learn.
Hired as: Violinist
Blue Violin
Thanks so much, Shelley! Such a fun evening with your family!
Stephanie Y.
June 21, 2023Wedding
Our other violinist had to cancel 4 days before the wedding. Blue Violin cam to our rescue. He did an amazing job!
Hired as: Violinist
Blue Violin
Thank you so much! Was wonderful to be a part of the beautiful celebration!
Booking information
Price range: $250 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 480 minutes
Insurance: $2,000,000 - General Liability
What to expect
Electric or acoustic violin experienced in a variety of musical styles from classical to rock, jazz to r&b, movie and video game music. I am classically trained, but also comfortable improvising.
I can perform acoustically as a solo act, or amplified with my electric violin and backing. I can provide all of my own amplification, and am comfortable performing indoors and outdoors.
About
With a presence as bold as his sound, Blue Violin commands grand concert halls and intimate candlelit venues alike, moving dynamically across the stage while weaving immersive multimedia into every performance. His style blurs the lines between classical mastery and rock-and-roll fire, captivating audiences around the world. Praised by the Boston Ballet as “electrifying” and by The Boston Globe for “sparking musical interest in new ways,” he has performed alongside Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, and Jennifer Holliday, with special appearances with John Mayer and even Sesame Street.
The Blue Violin has performed at over 1000 weddings throughout the United States, and is available as a ceremony and cocktail hour musician, and for corporate events and wedding receptions. Available as a solo act, or with track, the Blue Violin also collaborates with local DJ’s for larger scale events and parties.
A genre-bending soloist, Blue Violin has brought his high-energy performances to sold-out audiences across Australia, Asia, the United Kingdom, Canada, and throughout the United States. His powerful, cinematic shows have earned standing ovations from U.S. Presidents to Queen Rania of Jordan.
With a signature style that blends live loops, soaring melodies, and virtuosic technique, he transforms a single violin into an entire orchestra—whether reimagining Thunderstruck by AC/DC or delivering an epic, multi-layered version of Free Bird.
Blue Violin shattered classical boundaries with the world premiere of the first-ever rock and roll violin concerto, debuting the groundbreaking work in the United States. He now tours internationally with the Prague Metropolitan Symphony, bringing the piece to audiences in Austria, Germany, Czechia, and the United States. His concerto continues to be featured by major ensembles around the world, praised for its emotional depth and cinematic power.
Blue Violin has recorded and toured with GRAMMY-nominated, chart-topping band Sanctus Real, and performed with Tim Janis, Celtic Woman’s Orla Fallon, and EMI recording artists. He’s contributed to albums with GRAMMY-winning Turtle Island Quartet, Robin McAuley (Scorpions), and GLEE’s Jeanette Olsson.
As founder and first violinist of the award winning Boston String Quartet, he reshaped the modern classical scene and co-led the world premiere of Raul Yanez’s Concerto for Turntable at Carnegie Hall’s Isaac Stern Auditorium with Red Bull Artsehcro.
Critics continue to rave:
“the best rock and roll violinist of a generation” — Music Makers
“Transfixing…Mesmerising” — Perth Happenings
Deeply committed to education, he leads contemporary string clinics that have reached over 10,000's.
“Explores different ways of sparking musical interest” Boston Globe // “Mature depth and musical prowess” Tower Records, // Combining contemporary and classical styles” Miami Herald, “A once in a lifetime experience” Peoria Journal Star // “Sheer artistry” Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier // “Groundbreaking and innovative” I Am Modern // “Electrifying violinist” Boston Ballet.
Additional booking notes
For amplified performance, I am able to provide my own amplification system.
Services offered
Past booked events
October 2024
12
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Kiowa, CO
February 2024
24
Saturday
Personal Occasion
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Parker, CO
January 2024
06
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Colorado Springs, CO
December 2023
08
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Colorado Springs, CO
October 2023
20
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Eaton, CO
August 2023
13
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Colorado Springs, CO
10
Thursday
Birthday Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Colorado Springs, CO
June 2023
20
Tuesday
Wedding Ceremony
1:45pm - 2:45pm
•
Breckenridge, CO
08
Thursday
Grand Opening
5:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Basalt, CO
February 2023
24
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Pueblo, CO
Set list
Song list available at booking. Includes over 500 selections in classical, jazz, rock, r&b, movie, and video game.
Influences and inspiration
Have performed and recorded with John Mayer, Paul Simon, Jennifer Holiday, Turtle Island Quartet, and Sanctus Real
Sounds like: Lindsey Stirling, Hauser, Two Cellos, Black Violin, David Garrett, Josh Vietti
Setup requirements
NA
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