Special Occasion Music

Mazomanie, WI

$200-$500

Travels up to 120 miles

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Overview

Need a little background music for your anniversary party, cocktail party, or a solo cellist for your wedding? I have years of experience and large selections of music to provide for any and all special events. You can expect excellence (see my 5 star reviews!).


Reviews

10 reviews

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Jacob H.

September 13, 2021
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Amazing!

Lydia took our wedding up to an 11 with her amazing cello playing. She is a profession in every way and I would highly recommend working with Special Occasion Music for any upcoming event.

Hired as: Cellist

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Special Occasion Music

Thank you so much Jacob!!!! Congratulations again to you both.


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Lars O.

October 1, 2020

Exceeded Expectations

A big hit at our wedding, she is a real pro.

Hired as: Cellist

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Special Occasion Music

Thank you Lars!! CONGRATULATIONS!!


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Lars O.

September 28, 2020
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Our special occasion was kicked up a notch with Lydia

Our Wedding, with a few speed bumps and 2” of rain all was calm with Lydia playing through the hickups a really pro.

Hired as: Cellist


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Casey P.

August 31, 2019
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Excellent string trio for our wedding ceremony!

Lydia's string trio was absolutely perfect for our wedding ceremony. They were punctual and and reliable. The music added so much emotion to the day, which we will never forget. I highly recommend their services!

Hired as: String Quartet

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Special Occasion Music

Thank you Casey!!!!! Congratulations <3.


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Michael N.

October 31, 2018
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Great Event and Great Music

The Musician was wonderful and the event went great. Very Satisfied!

Hired as: Cellist

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Booking information

Price range: $200-$500

Gig length: 30 - 120 minutes

What to expect

1. I/We will arrive 20 minutes early to the gig.
2. If there is a dress rehearsal, only I will attend.
3. There is an extra charge for dress rehearsal attendance.
4. I/We charge by the hour.

About

Milwaukee native, Lydia Hynson, performed for many years in the various groups of Nationally renowned Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO). After traveling to cities worldwide with MYSO, it became apparent that cello was in fact her passion to pursue. She then attended both, Lawrence University, where she played in masterclasses with members of the Quatuor Ébène, and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. There, she was named the winner of the UWSP Alice Peet Faust Concerto Competition in 2011. After graduating from UW-Stevens Point with a Bachelor's in Cello Performance, she continued her musical path out West.
Currently, she resides in Fort Collins, Colorado. There, Colorado State University selected her to receive the Graduate String Quartet Scholarship, which was the catalyst that later formed The Zinnia String Quartet. At Colorado State, Lydia had the opportunity to work with individuals such as The Borromeo String Quartet, The Minguet String Quartet, The Mendelssohn Trio, The Lysander Trio, and Victor Wooten. Upon finishing her Masters of Music in Cello Performance and also receiving a Certificate in Cello Pedagogy from Colorado State University, Lydia also formed The Fort Collins All-City High School Honor Orchestra which held its premiere event in April 2016.

Additional booking notes

Your Special Music Occasion...

1. Event Location/Time
2. Length of Performance
3. Attire
4. Dress Rehearsal
5. Inside or Outside Event
6. Special Music Request

Services offered

Past booked events

May 2022

28

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Stockholm, WI

August 2021

21

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eau Claire, WI

September 2020

26

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centuria, WI

August 2019

24

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Fort Collins, CO

July 2019

20

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Longmont, CO

October 2018

27

Saturday

Anniversary Party

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Fort Collins, CO

13

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

10:30am - 1:30pm

Fort Collins, CO

July 2017

22

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Winter Park, CO

June 2017

02

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Littleton, CO

January 2017

08

Sunday

Grand Opening

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Severance, CO

Setup requirements

Chair

Shaded/Rainfree Area

Electric Outlet

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