I'm a private violin teacher and violinist with 30 years of performance experience. I am comfortable playing for many types of special events, including cocktail parties, receptions, holiday celebrations, and weddings. My repertoire is quite diverse, from popular classical pieces to traditional folk and fiddle tunes. If you have a special piece you'd like played at your event, I'm happy to prepare it!
13 reviews
Cameron C.
July 17, 2022Ingrid's violin performance was a wonderful addition on our wedding day. She was very easy to work with and communicated quickly and professionally prior to the event. She provided beautiful background music while guests mingled during cocktail hour. She knows a wide selection of music and she even learned a new song we requested for the processional down the aisle! We would highly recommend Ingrid and hope to be able to hire her for future events.
Hired as: Violinist
Daniela C.
June 23, 2022Ingrid was amazing! I felt awful because we couldn't start on time and it rained during the whole event.
However, she was so understanding and kept playing despite the conditions. She even took some beautiful pictures of the end of the ceremony!
Ingrid, Thank you for making my special day a little more special. Me and my family will always remember you!
Hired as: Violinist
Haden H.
December 6, 2021Wow, what an amazing experience! Ingrid was professional and perfect in every single way. She made our engagement truly special and I would recommend her to anyone looking to hire a talented violinist.
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Helia H.
February 13, 2020Ingrid played beautifully at our outdoor wedding. She was highly responsive and very accommodating. She showed up early to play music for our guests as they were arriving. Before we met, she had even offered to learn new music we sent her or adapt for the violin. She was lovely to work with--highly recommend her services! https://www.ingridonstrings.com/
Hired as: Violinist
Jonathan P.
March 25, 2019She played the songs I requested, made the event very special...even went out of her way to provide an extra touch to the event. 10/10 :)
Hired as: Violinist
Price range: Contact for pricing
Gig length: 20 - 180 minutes
Guests and audiences can expect a wonderfully diverse music catalog, perfect for any event or party. Special musical requests from clients are always welcome, as every event, party, and wedding should be personal and unique. Whether you need a featured violinist or prefer background music, I'm able to provide a lovely addition to your venue or event.
I am a lifelong violinist and I started Suzuki violin lessons before I was 3 years old. I started playing with a group professionally at age 6. We performed at countless parties, weddings, corporate holiday events, churches, and other venues. I played throughout college, and continue to play solo and with other small groups. I am a featured electric violinist in a local rock band, and I also teach Suzuki violin to more than 20 students in my home studio in Arlington, Virginia.
I pride myself on being detail-oriented and over-prepared when it comes to my work. Your wedding, reception, dinner, or party is a very important event, and the music (and musician) you choose can make your day run smoothly and beautifully or turn it into a stressful nightmare. I understand that timing is important and details matter. I enjoy working with clients to choose appropriate music for their event, and I also share my past experiences to help clients avoid pitfalls I've encountered at previous events.
Clients should feel confident in my ability to make the musical portion of their event stress-free, memorable, and beautiful.
I play a traditional violin (which requires no power source, unless you provide a microphone for amplification), and I provide my own music stand. I can play anywhere, which is one of the wonderful qualities of the violin! Depending on the type of event you're planning, I am also able to play my electric violin, which sounds extremely similar to a traditional violin, but is amplified and produces a slightly more "metallic" sound. If you'd like me to play the electric violin at your event, I will need a power source (I provide my own small amp/speaker).
Thursday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Vienna, VA
Saturday
Wedding Engagement
11:30am - 12:00pm
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Washington, DC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 6:00pm
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Washington, DC
Saturday
Personal Occasion
12:00pm - 12:15pm
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Washington, DC
Sunday
Birthday Party
12:30pm - 1:00pm
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Arlington, VA
Thursday
Dinner Party
6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Bethesda, MD
Sunday
Bridal Shower
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Arlington, VA
Friday
Fundraiser
7:30pm - 10:30pm
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Arlington, VA
Thursday
Nightclub Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Alexandria, VA
Sunday
Holiday Party (Christmas)
3:00pm - 6:00pm
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Arlington, VA
Thursday
Holiday Party (Christmas)
4:00pm - 7:00pm
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Washington, DC
Saturday
Wedding Engagement
7:00pm - 10:00pm
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Washington, DC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Arlington, VA
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Washington, DC
Friday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 10:00pm
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Alexandria, VA
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
12:00pm - 12:15pm
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Fairfax, VA
A sampling of my classical set list includes:
Canon in D (Pachelbel)
Air for G String (Bach)
Meditation (Massenet)
Concerto (Mendelssohn)
Serenede (Schubert)
Traumerei (Schumann)
Gavotte (Bach)
Gavotte (Martini)
Gavotte in D Major (Bach)
Bourree (Bach)
Allegro Spiritoso (Senaille)
Sonata #3 - Allegro (Handel)
Messiah - He Shall Feed His Flock (Handel)
Ashokan Farewell (Unger)
...and much more, from many different genres.
I don't need much - just space for a music stand and a violin case!
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