I am a cellist based in the Denver area, providing music for weddings, ceremonies, banquets, and other private events. I strive to tailor each event to your desires and needs, along with my own suggestions. While a classically trained musician, I can also liven things up with rock, pop, or jazz tunes. If a larger ensemble is desired, I can assemble other string musicians up to a quartet, or a pianist for piano/cello music. Requests are encouraged and welcome!
6 reviews
Jennifer S.
July 13, 2026We are very fortunate to have Erik with us providing lovely background and interlude music for our Memorial service. Arrived on time, looked great, was kind and attentive as well as being a talented musician.
Hired as: Cellist
Simone T.
December 26, 2025Everything went exactly as we expected. Erik was great with communication and was extremely professional. Our party guest could not say enough good things about the performance! It was a beautiful evening, and we are very thankful of Erik.
Hired as: Cellist, Classical Ensemble
Michelle L. B.
September 21, 2025He did a great job, we would hire again.
Hired as: Cellist, Classical Ensemble
Jessica M.
December 13, 2024I hired Erik for my retirement campus candlelight dinners. Erik was very professional and played lovely music. Many great complements from our residents and staff. Would defiantly have him back!
Hired as: Cellist
Allison B.
October 26, 2024Erik is such a talented musician and wonderful to work with. We hired him to play at our wedding ceremony, and had him play a selection of classical, romantic and modern compositions. Multiple guests commented how beautifully he played. He was also a great collaborator, suggesting pieces appropriate to our tastes and mood, and was willing to recompose new pieces that we specifically requested.
Hired as: Cellist
Price range: $200 and up.
I offer solo cello performance, primarily without accompaniment unless requested. If desired, I can also find musicians for a string trio/quartet or piano accompaniment.
Erik Okel graduated in May 2025 with a master’s degree in cello performance from the University of Colorado Boulder and was a recipient of the Chamber Takacs Society-MU Scholarship. He received his bachelor's degree in Cello Performance from the University of Oregon, graduating magma cum laude. His performance interests include the symphonic repertoire, early music, and creating arrangements of his favorite popular music. Recently, Erik attended the Icicle Creek Chamber Music Institute for three weeks of intensive chamber music study. In his free time, Erik enjoys cooking, reading bad science-fiction books, and re-watching shows.
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Golden, CO
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
11:00am - 11:45am
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Larkspur, CO
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 11:00am
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Cascade, CO
Thursday
Dinner Party
4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Denver, CO
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Fort Collins, CO
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Fort Collins, CO
Tuesday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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Nederland, CO
Thursday
Retirement Community Event
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Arvada, CO
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
11:30am - 12:30pm
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Boulder, CO
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
11:30am - 12:00pm
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Denver, CO
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