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Don Allen Strings

Don Allen Strings

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4.90 
(14 reviews)
  • Magnolia, NJ
  • Violinist
  • Travels up to 55 miles
  • $250 - $1500
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  • 1. Fascination
  • 2. Eine kleine Nachtmusik - Mozart
  • 3. Fiddler on the Roof
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Strolling Duo in the Wine Cellar

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String Trio

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Violin & Harp Duo

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Impromptu Duet at a 'Game of Thrones' Birthday Party

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Overview

Allen's Strolling Violin & String Ensembles...

...Add Elegance And Make Any Occasion Special!

Fine Violinist formerly with United States Air Force Symphony &
World famous USAF Strolling Strings

String Quartet, Solo, Duo and Trio for
Weddings, Receptions, Parties and Proposals (She says 'Yes" or it's free) Special Events!

Also available: Violin and Harp, Violin & Accordion with Bass, Flute Trio

Popular & Classical Music
Serving the Delaware Valley - Southern New Jersey & Philadelphia area


14 Reviews

Small thumbnail image for reviewer Leticia B. .. G. L.
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Leticia B. .. G. L. • October 17, 2021

GREAT VIOLINIST WITH A KIND HEART

I found Donald Allen a week before my party, asked him to pick up the difficult passages of Chopin’s Etude in E Major that I can no longer perform. It was a formidable request, but he studied them and was ready to perform with me in 3 days!!! I know he did it for no extra compensation, just to please this 80 year old lady’s desire to play for her Grandchildren. To top it all, he found harpist Barbara Gallagher at the last minute. They were perfectly matched and lent the classical and elegant touch I wanted for the occasion. I will forever be grateful to Don Allen. He is a musician with a big heart!

Hired as:
Classical Ensemble
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Sharon P. • November 6, 2019

Don Allen is a class act!

Don Allen is a class act. He added an element of sophisticated fun to my husband’s 75th birthday celebration in our home.

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Strolling Violinist
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Stephanie S. • June 24, 2019

Fabulous!

We decided to have a violinist very close to the wedding date and Don came through for us. He is a fabulous violinist. Our guests were so impressed. The music was absolutely beautiful and he was so helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend!!

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Violinist
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Response from Don Allen Strings:

It was a beautiful wedding ceremony and the Sage Farm House in Media was the perfect setting for it. I enjoyed playing for everyone, and especially the kids who were probably seeing a violin for the first time. Thank you so much for your kind review.

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Ramiz N. • November 15, 2018

Highly recommended

Professional and brilliant musician. All my guests enjoyed his performance.

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Violinist
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Peris K. • September 4, 2018

Excellent

Ron did a great job. Great personality and great violinist

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Violinist
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Micheal C. • July 18, 2018

Engaging and Talented - A Big Hit

We hired Don Allen for our baby's 1st birthday party. He played a few songs that I had requested, took requests from guests, and performed other music that the kids and adults loved. Mr. Allen was very engaging with guests and made everyone smile. He even did an impromptu duet with my daughter which was lovely! Highly recommended - thanks for a wonderful job Don Allen!

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Violinist
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Response from Don Allen Strings:

Thank you so much for having me. I especially enjoyed the impromptu duet with your daughter singing The Rains of Castemere from Game of Thrones. Great party!

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Photo 1 from Jul 14, 2018 event with Don Allen Strings
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Jeff A. • October 14, 2017

Outstanding performance

Michele and I could not be more pleased with Mr. Allen's performance. The music he played and the image he portrayed was exactly what we wanted for the setting we had. Mr. Allen was very responsive throughout the scheduling stage and the selection of music he offered was second to none. We are very grateful for his contribution to the event.

Hired as:
Violinist
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Milet L. • September 3, 2017

Great music with Don and his harpist

Our guests truly enjoyed the violin and harp duo that Don Allen put together and played for my brother's 50th garden birthday party in Newark, DE. The price is reasonable and the music well worth it. Thank you, Don.

Hired as:
Classical Ensemble
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Luan N. • May 7, 2017

excellent!

excellent, professional and very passionate he made my engagement proposal truly memorable

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Violinist
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Rita M. • April 22, 2017

Outstanding!

I have been to a wedding recently with a violinist and it does not come close to Mr. Don Allen. His music was smooth and very heartfelt. He went out of his way to make my daughter's wedding memerable. I can't thank him enough!

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Violinist
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Jessie L. • August 25, 2016

Wonderful wedding ensemble

We hired Don Allen and a harpist for our wedding and could not have been more pleased. They played all of the songs we asked for plus even some guest requests. They provided a perfect blend of classical, hymns and even Celtic (my husband is Scottish) that was an incredible backdrop for our ceremony and reception. They were personable and professional and a pleasure to work with in the weeks leading up to the event. Highly recommend!

Hired as:
Classical Ensemble
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Dolores K. • August 19, 2016

A class act!

Don Allen and his harpist performed at my son's wedding rehearsal dinner. They were marvelous. He communicated extensively in advance of the event. He played the music suggestions that I requested. He was on time and completely set up and playing. The music needless to say was absolutely delightful. I would highly recommend Mr. Allen for any event you may have.

Hired as:
Strolling Violinist
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Response from Don Allen Strings:

Thank you so much!!! We love happy clients!

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Jeffrey W. • August 7, 2016

Good job

Good job

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Violinist
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Jayson P. • April 25, 2014

100 % Professional!!!!!

Don completely blew the lid of his performance in front of a whole office full of people. In addition his experience help come up with a few ideas that made the experience over the top for my lady. I would highly recommend him and will definitely use him in the future!! Jay

Hired as:
Violinist

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Booking Info

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  • Influences
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Price Range: $250 - $1500

Gig Length: 30 - 240 minutes

Languages: English

Unions: AFM

About

Strolling Violin and String Ensembles are an increasingly popular musical alternative and can provide a delightful change of pace for your guests during the dinner/cocktail hour when the band or DJ is on break. Live violins create an elegant backdrop for conversation and contribute to the ambiance.

Allen's Strolling Violin & String Ensembles provide you with two uniquely different musical options (Sit Down-Classical And Strolling-Popular) for the price of one. Ensembles may also include other instruments. In business over twenty years. Please book early to ensure availability.

Services Offered

Violinist Classical Ensemble Strolling Violinist

Past Booked Events

October 05, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
October 13, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm Surprise
November 21, 2020 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm Personal Occasion
November 02, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm Birthday Party
September 27, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Wedding Ceremony
June 21, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Ceremony
April 13, 2019 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Ceremony
August 25, 2018 • 12:30pm - 3:30pm Birthday Party
July 14, 2018 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm Children's Birthday Party
May 30, 2018 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm Corporate Event
October 07, 2017 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Cocktail Party
August 19, 2017 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm Birthday (Adult)
April 21, 2017 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm Wedding Ceremony
October 22, 2016 • 3:30pm - 4:15pm Wedding Ceremony
August 18, 2016 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm Dinner Party
July 16, 2016 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm Wedding Ceremony
December 19, 2015 • 12:30pm - 12:45pm Wedding Engagement
October 24, 2015 • 4:30pm - 5:15pm Wedding Ceremony
October 09, 2015 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm Wedding Ceremony
May 16, 2014 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm Wedding Ceremony

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Set List

Prelude & Wedding Ceremony Selections

Canon in D (Pachelbel)
Minuet (Boccherini)
On Wings of Song
Ave Maria (Schubert)
Winter (Vivaldi)
O Perfect Love (Barnby)
Meditation from “Thais” (Massenet)
Amazing Grace
Air on the G String (Bach)
Sheep May Safely Graze (Bach)
O Mio Babbino Caro (Puccini)
How Great Thou Art
If I Loved You
I Love You Truly
Traumerei
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Bach)

Processionals

Bridal Chorus
Trumpet Voluntary in D
Trumpet Tune (Purcell)
Ode to joy (Beethoven)
Air (Handel’s Water Music)
Canon in D (Pachelbel)
Dodi Li (Jewish Traditional)

Recessionals

Wedding March (Mendelssohn)
Hornpipe (Handel)
Spring (Vivaldi)
Rondeau (Mouret) (Theme of Masterpiece Theatre)
Ode to Joy (Beethoven)
Eine Kleine Nacht Musik (Mozart)
Entrance of the Queen of Sheeba (Handel)

Influences & Inspiration

I served for many years as a member of the United States Air Force Symphony and the world famous USAF Strolling Strings, which performed at the White House, State Department and embassies throughout Europe and the Far East. This experience was invaluable because it gave me the opportunity to perform with some of the finest musicians in the country.

Setup Requirements

Armless Chairs for String Trio, String Quartet and Violin & Harp Duo

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