Classically trained violinist available for weddings, special events, recording, etc. I have several years of formal training, as well as extensive freelance and event-playing experience. I also offer duos, trios, and quartets if you are looking for an ensemble. I would love to be part of your event and look forward to working with you!
4 reviews
Briana L.
June 16, 2024Phenomenal performance for my wedding ceremony and cocktail hour! Julie was incredibly professional and took the time out to discuss music options with me and even took a last minute request. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and talented performer. 12/10 stars :)
Hired as: String Quartet
Whitney C.
April 15, 2024Julie played absolutely beautifully for our wedding ceremony. She is friendly and a fast communicator. It is hard not to get emotional at your own wedding, but with Julie’s rendition of “Claire de Lune”? Impossible! Thank you for everything Julie!
Hired as: Violinist
Joy A.
January 4, 2022Julie, did an amazing job! She showed up on time and was very professional and sweet. She is a great Violinist and knew lots of songs. I highly recommend Julie for your next event.
Hired as: Violinist
Angie R.
December 20, 2021We hired Julie to play for our church Christmas program and she was simply excellent. We sent her the sheet music for her selections two days prior and she played them both beautifully. I received so many compliments from attendees and will definitely look to hire her again.
Hired as: Violinist
Price range: $200 and up
Languages: English
For weddings, I offer traditional classical standards as well as a variety of pop arrangements - just let me know what you're looking for and I'll let you know if I'm the right fit for you! I am also available for church services and studio recording sessions.
Please note that I do not offer recording or playing samples prior to booking. To listen to my playing, please check out the videos posted here or my Instagram page!
Originally from Atlanta, GA, Julie Saxton recently finished her Artist Diploma in Violin Performance at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she also completed her Master of Music in Violin Performance. She is an active and versatile freelancer, performing with regional orchestras in Illinois, Indiana, Georgia, and South Carolina. She has also recorded and performed with pop artists, such as Kishi Bashi, Faye Webster, and Baby Rose. She has been teaching private violin lessons for over eight years. Currently, she is on faculty with the Atlanta Music Project as a Violin Teaching Artist and with the Decatur Fine Arts Academy as a Violin and Viola Instructor.
Julie completed a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA. Her primary teachers include Dr. Michael Heald and Nelson Lee and Meg Freivogel of the Jupiter String Quartet. She has also participated in chamber, orchestral, and opera studies and performances at the Montecito International Music Festival, the Hot Springs Music Festival, the Miami Classical Music Festival, and the Bay View Music Festival. When she’s not practicing or performing, she enjoys traveling, hiking, cooking, and spending time with her family, friends, and dog (Ginger) and cat (Angelkitty).
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