Liam Calhoun - Acoustic/Electric Violin

St Catharines, ON

$460/h, $250 min.

Travels up to 120 miles

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Overview

Acoustic + electric violinist performing with piano, acoustic guitar, or full-mix backing tracks.
Pop/Rock/Hip Hop/Classical/Lounge.
Corporate events, weddings, private parties, proposals.

liamcalhounviolin . com


Reviews

18 reviews

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Vanessa F.

July 1, 2026

Amazing wedding entertainment!

Liam was so wonderful for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. He customized all the songs we wanted and made them even more beautiful than the original ! I would highly recommend using him for any event !

Hired as: Strolling Violinist, Violinist


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Marian G.

June 16, 2026

Unforgettable violin performance for a proposal

Liam was absolutely incredible at my son’s proposal. His performance created the most emotional, elegant atmosphere Every piece he played was so beautiful. The bride became very emotional largely because of his beautiful music, which created such unforgettable moment. He arrived looking very professional in formal attire, performed flawlessly, and then left quietly without ever disrupting the moment. We truly did not even notice him come and go, which shows how respectful and discreet he is. From the very

He also suggested playing a piece of music just before the couple arrived so that they could hear it as they were walking in, which added an even more emotional touch to the moment.

beginning of the booking process until the end, he was outstanding. He was flexible, supportive, and very easy to work with. He even proactively discussed a plan B with us and offered to bring a portable umbrella in case of weather concerns, which showed how prepared and thoughtful he is. He also kindly held dates for us while we finalized the location, which we really appreciated.

Liam was professional, talented, and incredibly accommodating. We would highly recommend him for any special event.

Hired as: Violinist


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Ioana M.

May 26, 2026

Amazing!

Liam performed at our ceremony and cocktail hour and was amazing! He worked with me to coordinate the perfect choices to make our procession personal and our day special and memorable. The guests really enjoyed it too!

Hired as: Violinist


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Mike M.

February 4, 2026

Great cocktail hour music!

Liam was a pleasure to work with and got great feedback from our wedding guests. His catalogue of music is impressive and will cater to all tastes. We'd happily recommend Liam or book him for future events.

Hired as: Violinist


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Emily D.

December 10, 2025

Liam is amazing!

Liam played violin during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, and he absolutely nailed it!!! The music you choose for your wedding day has such a profound impact on the overall experience and vibe, and Liam delivered exactly what I had dreamed of for our magical winter wedding. His talent on the violin made the entire atmosphere feel dreamy, elegant, and cinematic.

He executed the ceremony music flawlessly, even fading tracks in and out so there were no awkward pauses or long waiting moments. I love the movie The Holiday, and the main theme “Maestro” is one of my all-time favourite pieces. I requested it for the end of our ceremony—during our first kiss and our walk back down the aisle—but I wanted it to feel uplifting and full of energy. Liam understood immediately, and wow… he delivered. He customized the song beautifully, and I had my fairytale movie moment. Now, every time I hear that song, I’ll think of that exact moment and smile.

During cocktail hour, he played well-known tunes that set the perfect mood, and so many guests complimented the beautiful live violin music. Liam was professional, responsive, and an absolute pleasure to work with.

Highly recommend booking him if you want the beauty and magic of live music at your event.

Hired as: Violinist

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Booking information

Price range: $460/h, $250 min.

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Hiring a violinist who performs live at events with backing tracks can bring a unique and captivating musical experience to any occasion. When the violinist tailors their sound to a specific vibe desired by the client and fine-tunes their sound system, clients and event planners can expect an extraordinary performance.

I understand the importance of creating a customized atmosphere that aligns with the client's vision. By discussing the desired vibe and mood of the event, I can curate a musical experience that perfectly complements the occasion, whether it's a sophisticated gala, a romantic wedding, or a lively corporate gathering. With their ability to select appropriate songs and type of accompanying tracks, the violinist seamlessly blends their live performance with the desired ambiance, creating a cohesive and captivating musical journey.

My commitment to delivering exceptional sound quality is paramount. I work closely with the event's audio engineer or sound technician to fine-tune their sound system, ensuring that my my sound output is properly amplified and balanced. This attention to detail guarantees an amazing auditory experience for the audience, where every note and nuance can be heard with clarity and precision.

About

I've been playing the violin since age 7, and started performing with other string players at weddings and other events since age 15. After establishing my violin + piano duo, The Fox Duo, in 2015, I've been requested more and more often to perform as a solo violinist accompanied by tracks. I love the diversity of music that I'm able to play with this type of performance, and my 11+ years experience as a hobbyist music producer allows me to craft interesting electric violin tones and edit backing tracks to create a super polished and musically diverse set.

Set list

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