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First String Violinist
- Magna, UT
- Violinist
- Travels up to 120 miles
- $138 and up
Overview
Hiring the right violinist for your special event has never been easier!
Jessica McAllister is an event musician based out of Salt Lake County, Utah. Since beginning her soloist career, she has been named Thumbtack's #1 Solo Musician in Salt Lake City, UT in both 2015 and 2016, and ranked a GigSalad "Top Performer" in 2018.
She performs for weddings, receptions, cocktail hours, engagements, formal dinners, birthday parties, corporate events, funerals, and everything in between.
10 Reviews
Jessica it is the best violinist that I've ever seen. It was a pleasure having her for our event on St. Patrick's Day!! Really good
Violinist
We scheduled Jessica to play for our Christmas Eve services! She came prepared and sounded incredible! She was absolutely courteous, flexible, and such a delight to work with! We will definitely be calling on her for future events! I would highly recommend Jessica for any event.
Violinist
This young lady is an excellent and talented violinist. Her music is beautiful, and her personality is equally beautiful. She played at our event and I sincerely mean it when I say that her music really made the entire event spectacular and memorable. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a violinist. Also, I felt her prices were very affordable and the quality of her playing was priceless!
Violinist
Our family was planning a graveside service for our Dad it was a very emotional time and we wanted to make his service very special. When I got online to find someone to do his music I read about Jessica. I must say she far exceeded our expectations. Her music is so beautiful, she even learned 2 of my Dad's favorite songs in just a few days. She is very professional and answered me right away and helped us to plan the music and she arrived early and made it very easy for us in our time of need. I would say if you are looking for the perfect violinist for your event you have found her. Jessica is a beautiful violinist and a very sweet lady.
Funeral Music, Violinist
I am so incredibly grateful to have found Jessica to perform at my wedding! She was absolutely fabulous. Her performance was flawless and elegant. Her appearance was classy and beautiful. Her demeanor was kind and accommodating. I really couldn't ask for a better experience. She truly made my wedding everything I had dreamed it would be. Thank You so much Jessica for helping create memories we will never forget.
Violinist
Jessica was amazing! For the wedding I had asked her to play a personal piece of music that was dear to our hearts for the processional, the song was played so beautifully and perfect it brought tears to my husband and I. I had many of our guest complement on how talented the violinist was. I would highly recommend her to anyone for any upcoming event!
Thank you again Jessica you were the best!
Violinist
I had Jessica play during the graveside. It was a beautiful touch to a nice graveside service. I will recommend using her and contact her again when I need a violinist.
Funeral Music
I am so pleased with all that was entailed with booking Jessica. Her artist page was descriptive and I felt comfortable contacting her to come play for a very special event. She communicated very well and efficiently and made arrangements to come to our event at the last-minute. I loved her talent! She truly was everything I hoped for and more. She was accommodating to our timing and needs. I would not hesitate to book her again and definitely recommend her.
Violinist
She was early and started playing early. Her playlist was extensive. She even let attendees go through the books and request songs. It definitely made the event better!!!!
Violinist
We will always appreciate the amazing work that our beautiful violinist preformed on our special day. Flawless. So easy to work with. Couldn't be more punctual and reliable. Beautiful artist. Moving work. Great communication. Thanks a million!
Violinist
Booking Info
Price Range: $138 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 300 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
When the day of the event arrives, Jessica will arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure complete set-up prior to guests arriving.
For every hour performing, she is entitled to a 5-10 minute break to alleviate any potential muscle strain.
She dresses in semi-formal black unless instructed otherwise.
About
When she picked up her first violin at the age of 10, Jessica instantly knew it was something that would always be special to her. "It was shortly thereafter that I realized that music has the ability to speak straight to the heart," she said. "I love being able to share that with others at special moments in their lives."
Jessica has played in multiple symphonies and various performing groups over the past 20 years. She attended Snow College for 2 years as a Music Education Major. Dr. Brent Smith, the director of Orchestras at the college, was quoted as saying, "Jessica is an exceptionally bright young woman, naturally talented leader, and an excellent violinist."
With over 12 five-star reviews, it's clear that Jessica's deep passion for music is enjoyed at every event.
Additional Booking Notes
If the event is outdoors, it is strongly suggested that you provide a "inclement weather" location. Due to the nature of the violin, any extreme weather conditions {very hot, cold, windy, or wet} can cause changes to the instrument. If the weather is poor and Jessica is not provided with an alternative location, she is not required to continue performing. The remaining balance is still due, even if the performance is not completed.
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The sound from a violin can be easily overwhelmed by certain background noise (i.e. a fountain or other water noise). Please keep that in mind when deciding where you would like her to stand during an event.
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She has access to her own black folding chair (for use during short breaks and/or during a wedding ceremony), but if you would like to keep with a certain aesthetic, please plan on providing her with an extra chair from your event.
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
April 21, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
Past Booked Events
February 23, 2018 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 17, 2017 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Logan Wedding |
June 03, 2017 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Hansen Wedding |
May 06, 2017 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Tolman Wedding |
March 11, 2017 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Ortega Graveside |
December 21, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Draper, UT |
October 10, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Peoa, UT |
September 26, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Bear River, UT |
Set List
Please contact Jessica for a complete list of her current repertoire.
Setup Requirements
none
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