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Joe Majerus

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5.0 
(24 reviews)
  • Springfield, MO
  • Violinist
  • Travels nationwide
  • $650 and up
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Overview

After playing fiddle for 15 years, I acquired a looping pedal and it completely changed my whole approach. Now I loop violin, playing improvised solos over rhythm sections I've made up on the spot. It's extremely engaging for musicians, and nice background music for all people and any event!


24 Reviews

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Rosa • August 26, 2021

Absolutely Beautiful Performance and Perfect Set Up

Joe performed for my ceremony and made a very special request come true. He learned how to play my husbands song of choice for my procession. Joe was extremely attentive and took great care of my guest. To add to his amazingness Joe drove from far away to help me out on my special day! Thank you Joe, I truly hope our paths cross again!

Hired as:
Fiddler, Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you so much, Rosa! Loved playing for your wedding. Thank you for feeding me and making sure I stayed hydrated! I hope we meet again as well!

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Vinai T. U. • February 17, 2021

🎉 Encore! Encore! 🥳

Joe was simply an amazing pleasure to have at my family‘s private event. Despite having a busy personal and professional schedule, Joe was active and clear in his communication with me when I requested a booking with him, and he let me know all of his expectations on his end as a performer. Despite the chance for inclement weather, he stayed in contact with me regarding any updates to the event, space, and commute all the way down to Branson. Joe specializes in improvisation, and he will add a wonderful color of ambience to any event that you have to plan. This was my first time using GigSalad, and I will definitely be using this platform again for future musicians I will need. I will definitely have Joe for my future events in the Ozarks area. Joe was also wonderfully accommodating in some special requests that I had for my family. Originally, I didn’t plan to come to this family event, and he purchased several single roses for all the ladies at my party. Thank you, Joe, for the wonderful energy, great performance, excellent communication, and overall friendliness that you shared with me in planning and playing for the event!

Hired as:
Fiddler, Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you, Thomas, for the wonderful review. Thank you also for making sure I got fed! The food was excellent.

The roses were such a nice touch, too. I was absolutely thrilled to get on board with that! I look forward to the next time I get to entertain at one of your events!

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Isaac K. • July 6, 2020

The consummate pro, and so insanely talented!!!

I am country music artist, and I have had the pleasure of working with Joe Majerus for a few years now on numerous concerts, and I have been consistently blown away by his ability on the fiddle. He can play almost anything, and his musical instincts are uncanny. For showmanship, tone, creativity and raw talent, you’d be hard pressed to find a better musician. His looping, his writing ability and spontaneity on stage are an instant asset for any artist or event planner. To top it all off, Joe is a thoroughly decent and professional guy, who pursues his craft with a love for people as much a love for music.
Do yourself a favor and hire Joe Majerus! This man is going places!
-Isaac Kenneth

Hired as:
Fiddler
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you for the kind words, Isaac!

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Bethanie G. • October 16, 2022

Amazing musician

Joe is so talented! It's an experience to watch him play; so much more than I even expected. We booked him for an out of town wedding. He was prompt and professional. Booking and communicating were easy. He even brought his own chair and rug setup. But yada yada, just book him if you want perfect ambience and a fun vibe.

Hired as:
Fiddler
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Had a wonderful time with you guys! Thanks for having me and thanks for the great review!!

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Linda R. • September 18, 2022

Joes music made the evening one to remember.

Joe arrived early to set up. He located the best spot to not interrupt traffic flow of guests and to see everyone and be sure everyone could see him. His music was great and the guests all commented how much they enjoyed him too.

Hired as:
Fiddler
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you for the wonderful response to my music! I had such a good time playing for your birthday party!

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Ash K. • June 30, 2022

Absolutely nailed it!!!

I worked with Joe on a recent recording for a dream/ambient pop studio project for commercial and film release. Not only did he take my concept and deliver, he went above and beyond, coming up with multiple takes and ideas that we ended up using on the final recording. As a producer, I work with instrumentalists and vocalists continuously, and it's always refreshing to be on a project with someone who knows their craft so well. Can't wait to work on the next one!!! If you're interested in hearing the final track, look up "Imber" by Ashdotok!!

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you so much Ash!! Loved working with you, looking forward to next time!

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Emily D. • June 28, 2022

Joe complimented our day perfectly!

All I can say is wow!
Look no further for a Violinist, Joe is amazing. He is so easy to work with, he punctual, he is patient, he is kind, & he is talented. I'm honestly a little jealous I didn't get to hear him play along with the other guests. I total faith in him, & we got so many nice compliments from our guests. 11/10 do recommend :)
Thank you so much, Joe for everything!
P.S. He also plays the fiddle in a bluegrass band called The Dirty Strings. They too are awesome!

Hired as:
Fiddler, Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you so much Emily! You guys were all so kind. My favorite type of people to play for! Thank you for the generous tip!

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Makenzie C. • June 22, 2022

Impressed everyone at our wedding!

We booked Joe somewhat last-minute after our other musicians backed out and he was extremely flexible and easy to work with. He was there early and set up smoothly. His style was perfect and made everything fall together. Our grandparents spent most of the reception just watching him play. Thanks so much for an outstanding night!

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you so much for having me Makenzie! You guys had such a beautiful wedding. Was honored to play for you guys! And to receive a generous tip as well! Very kind of you guys!

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Grace V. • June 19, 2022

Excellent violinist

Joe played so beautifully and perfected the song the bride and groom wanted! Definitely would recommend!

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you Grace!

To those reading, this was a wedding in Bentonville, AR. I worked up custom renditions of the Processional and Recessional music they requested, came down a day early for the rehearsal, and played a few fiddle tunes for the rehearsal dinner, their custom songs for the ceremony, and improv looping for the reception. I did my best to provide as much value as possible! Definitely turned out to be a positive experience for everyone!

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Wayne S. • May 30, 2022

Real Pleasure Working With Joe's Band

Joe and his 3 piece Acoustic Bluegrass Band are very professional and easy to work with. Our combined event was a new adventure for all of us...we had never worked together before...and I normally use pre-recorded, not live music. However, everything went off as planned and all attendees, of all ages, had a great time. Joe's trio easily adapted to whatever type of music I requested in order to teach the group several Square Dance moves and to work them through some basic routines. I look forward to working with this team of professionals again. Thanks guys, I had a Great Time!!

Hired as:
Bluegrass Band, Fiddler
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

You knocked it out of the park Wayne, I was so pleased with your leadership. Look forward to next time!

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Jessica L. M. • May 9, 2022

He created the most memorable song for us!

I can NOT rave enough about Joe! He incorporated the traditional wedding march with the Avengers theme song just for us! (super hero nerds in the house!!). It was perfect, he is incredibly talented, and you are nuts if you don't book him!!

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you Jessica! Appreciated the guest meal you provided for me, as well as the bottle of 11 year old bourbon! Definitely a unique gift and totally unexpected!

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Addam H. • December 14, 2021

Outstanding musician

We used Joe for a small house party and it was perfect. Highly recommend booking him if you want some great background violin/fiddle music for any size party. Very helpful, punctual, and respectful as well. 10/10 would hire again.

Hired as:
Bluegrass Band, Celtic Music, Fiddler, Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you for having me! I see you made sure to include the painting of Commander Data and Spot in your photos, as per my request! :D Such an awesome piece!

I seriously enjoyed playing for you guys. Please thank your team for being so accepting of my style of music!

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Rachel R. • November 25, 2021

Blown away

Joe did an amazing job and was all around delightful. Looking forward to booking him again for future events.

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you Rachel! It was such a pleasure to play for your wonderful little community. Looking forward to next time!

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Valentine G. • November 14, 2021

Working with Joe Majerus

Working with Joe Majerus was excellent. Joe is very talented, honest, courteous, seeks to do what is right and deliver what is best, and helped improve my content/event. I look forward eagerly to working with Joe again.

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

I look forward to working with you next time you need violin tracks! Thank you for the review!

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Sam Z. • November 9, 2021

Incredible fiddle player!

I’ve had the privilege of listening to this guy play bluegrass, country and some jazz!! Wow!! Incredible player and outstanding entertainer. Music flows from his soul and the time flies by when we listen to him. Majerus does not disappoint, ever!

Thanks for the memories and look forward to seeing you down the road sir!!

Hired as:
Acoustic Band, Bluegrass Band, Country Band, Fiddler, Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

This review is literally glowing! Thanks for having me play fiddle for you guys!

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Joseph W. • November 9, 2021

Amazing Violinist/Fiddle Player

Joe is a joy to work with. He loves music and it is easy to see that when he plays. Joe is a very versatile player that is not locked into a single genre of music, but plays many different types. He responds quickly and takes the time to understand what it is you are looking for.

We had him play solo for the entirety of our wedding ceremony (more traditional violin pieces) and then he joined a bluegrass band for the reception (Amazing at both!). He is easy to work with and I can’t recommend him highly enough! If we ever need a violin/fiddle player for another event, he will be the first person I call!

Hired as:
Bluegrass Band, Fiddler, Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you for having me play for your wedding! I was glad to play for you guys, and even ended up running sound for the other band that day. Wonderful time!

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Chelsey J. • November 2, 2021

Amazingly talented, extremely reliable, amazing performer!

I cannot say enough about how talented Joe is! His talents bring something special to every project and show I hire Joe to play for. Not only does he have an absolute gift, but he is also extremely professional and reliable. I highly HIGHLY recommend his services!

Hired as:
Fiddler
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

You're awesome, Chelsey! Thank you!

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Cassie D. • October 21, 2021

Wowed our crowd!

Joe is a tremendous talent. His style is truly unique - it's magnetic to watch. We booked Joe for a holiday event at our restaurant, and our guests couldn't stop gushing about how enjoyable the experience was. Joe really nailed the ambiance and vibe we were looking for. On top of all this, he's just a really good human being. I had made a *major* error in the original booking process, confusing the dates we needed him. Trust me when I say, it was a horrible mistake that I felt really awful about. Joe was professional, kind, and fair in how he offered to help solve for this. Communication throughout the process was stellar; you can have 100% confidence that Joe will stay on top of every detail and work with you in a responsive and proactive way to ensure a top-notch experience for all. I can't recommend Joe highly enough - if I could give 10 stars, I would!

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

What an incredibly kind review! Thank you so much, Cassie!

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Dayle D. • October 19, 2021

So talented!

Joe has played multiple times for us at Finley Farms and he always knocks it out of the park. His sound is extremely unique and he is always very professional. We've had him play for a Valentine's Dinner, our grand opening and more.

Hired as:
Acoustic Band, Fiddler, Violinist
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Caleb • October 18, 2021

Cresco Country Club Oktoberfest 2021

Our club was super stoked to book Joe for our Oktoberfest party. He did not disappoint! Joe was extremely professional and very easy to deal with. Joe sounded terrific and all were pleased with his performance. Joe showed his talents by playing the perfect song choices for our event. He was even able to take peoples song requests and perform them well. Our club was extremely satisfied with him both as a musician and as an outstanding gentleman. Thanks Joe, we look forward to having you back again next year!

Hired as:
Fiddler
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you Caleb! I'd be delighted to come back! Your people up there in Iowa were all so kind to me and appreciative of my playing. Made for a great time!

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Jim R. • October 16, 2021

Talented/Professional/Dapper

I hired Joe for an event in Iola, KS and he exceeded all expectations. Talented musician with amazing looping capabilities to fit every vibe we needed. He was also an absolute professional with the booking communication/set-up/execution of the performance. And not to be over looked, he was very a dapper, clean cut gentleman that fit into our event well. Friendly guy that I’ll definitely hire again.

Hired as:
Fiddler
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Thank you for the review, Jim! You're always a real pleasure to work with!

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Ana I. • January 13, 2021

Ana and Cory Morris Wedding

Joe was great! He was so communicative and was so kind. A lot of guest enjoyed his uniqueness and talent. We enjoyed all he did!

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

SUCH a lovely wedding! I so enjoyed getting to be a part of your day! You had really cool ideas; I am so glad we got to make them happen.

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Denise G. • October 19, 2020

Joe Majerus did a great job!

Joe Majerus did a great job at our daughter's wedding. Not only did he play his violin, he also made a play list of songs we had selected. Joe was in constant contact with us during the planning of the ceremony and the reception. Joe helped to make our daughter's wedding a beautiful and successful event.

Hired as:
Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Held at Big Cedar Lodge in Branson, this was one of the most beautiful weddings I've ever played! I was treated so well by the Gardners, and thoroughly enjoyed this! That list of songs was absolutely awesome, I added many of those songs to my own playlists!

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Zach H. • August 13, 2020

Wedding Musician

My wife and I were delighted to have Josiah play and sing at our wedding several years ago! He is ultra talented and the nicest guy you'll ever meet. He was extremely easy to work with, and it is obvious he pours his heart and soul into his craft. We can't thank him enough!

Hired as:
Fiddler, Violinist
Joe Majerus

Response from Joe Majerus:

Gorgeous wedding near Kansas City. Wonderful couple, beautiful ceremony, amazing venue!

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Price Range: $650 and up

Gig Length: 30 - 300 minutes

Languages: English

Phone Number: Call

What to Expect

I provide nice background music for events of all types. When I'm not playing weddings, you can often find me crafting a juicy fiddle loop in the corner of a restaurant, a coffee shop, or a farmer's market.

I always try to arrive at least an hour early, giving myself a nice buffer to get all set up. I bring my own rig, which usually consists of a 12" speaker, a bass amp, and my pedal board. My PA system pushes more than enough air to fill a medium/large space.

Most of the music I play is instrumental, but occasionally I'll ad-lib some vocals if I'm really feeling it. At this point, I do not do covers. All of the music I play is original, and the large majority of it is made up on the spot. My goal is to provide musically inspired moments rather than canned, planned out tunes. Sometimes you just can't get that inspired playing unless it's the first time you've ever played the tune.

I have had many people tell me that the music I make has a joyful sound to it. It's hard not to play happy, lively, joyful sounding music on the fiddle!

About

I got my start at age 9 learning to play contest fiddle tunes. My siblings also picked up instruments and we began playing bluegrass music together. After high school, I moved to Milwaukee, WI, where I became active in the worship music scene. This helped to expand my idea of what was possible on the strings. After moving back to Missouri, I began gigging around with bands, and in May of 2019 I got my first looping pedal. Since then I've been cultivating a looping process that is now ready to be shared. I would love for music to become my main source of income.

Additional Booking Notes

I bring all the necessary elements. All I need is a space to set up and power for my equipment.

Services Offered

Violinist Acoustic Band Americana Band Bagpiper Bluegrass Band Blues Band Cajun Band Celtic Music Country Band Dance Band Fiddler Folk Band Indie Band Party Band Rockabilly Band Swing Band Wedding Band World Music

Upcoming Booked Events

May 28, 2023 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Wedding Ceremony
May 31, 2023 • 3:00pm - 6:30pm Wedding Ceremony
September 02, 2023 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm Wedding Ceremony
October 14, 2023 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm Wedding Ceremony

Past Booked Events

October 15, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Wedding Reception
September 17, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
June 23, 2022 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm Wedding Ceremony
June 21, 2022 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm Wedding Reception
June 18, 2022 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm Wedding Ceremony
April 30, 2022 • 10:30am - 12:30pm Wedding Ceremony
February 24, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm Studio Session
December 09, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm House Party
November 20, 2021 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm Dinner Party
November 12, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Personal Occasion
August 15, 2021 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm Wedding Ceremony
May 01, 2021 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm Wedding Ceremony
April 24, 2021 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm Wedding Ceremony
February 13, 2021 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm Personal Occasion
October 10, 2020 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm Wedding Reception
July 27, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Personal Occasion
July 03, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Festival

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Set List

Approaching each show with a desire to create something new, I never make up a set list. I don't know what I'm going to play until I sit down and start playing. It always works out, and the music is more inspired for it.

Influences & Inspiration

Reggie Watts, Jarle Bernhoft, Casey Dreissen, Nickel Creek, Chris Thile, Ross Holmes, Jim VanCleve, Stuart Duncan, The Punch Brothers, Mountain Heart, The Infamous Stringdusters, Mumford & Sons, The Lumineers, Bela Fleck & The Flecktones.

Setup Requirements

Power source

5'x8' space to set up

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