- Chicago, IL
- Violinist
- $500 and up
Paris said
“Absolutely incredible, she played for our wedding the other night and everyone was RAVING about her. Super easy to work with. Love her ”
The Fiddling Fool
Overview
Have a variety of short pieces known by heart and can learn more quickly by ear if need be.
Reviews
4 reviews
Krystal T.
October 26, 2025Great Experience
Fiddling Fool was great! He was very professional and easy to work with.
Hired as: Violinist
Amy C.
June 19, 2023Funny and Interactive
The Fiddling Fool is quite the character who interacts with patrons well, creating a fun performance.
Hired as: Fiddler
The Fiddling Fool
Thank you kindly Amy! Hope to work with you again soon!
Etienne M.
June 18, 2023Wedding Duet as Best Man
Music has always been an essential part of my life, and having it be a part of my wedding was a beautiful way to mark the day. The Fiddler and his associate (the Maid of Honour) prepared and performed most beautifully. Was it perfect in a technical, methodical, and musically sophisticated way? Perhaps not. Was it perfect for the occaision, a wedding of a good friend? Absolutely!
A million thanks to the Fiddler for services well rendered! G-d Bless You Sir!
Hired as: Violinist
The Fiddling Fool
Thank you my friend, I hope to work with you again soon!
Robert U.
June 5, 2023Entertaining and Dedicated
As vice president of my organization, I have recently worked a couple times with The Fiddling Fool. He provided ambient dinner music for our Titanic Dinner. He went above and beyond his contracted duties!! He is a very hard worker and dedicated to customize his repertoire to your needs. Excellent musicianship and a great personality!
Hired as: Fiddler, Violinist
The Fiddling Fool
Thank you Robert! Hope to work with you again soon!
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 10 - 120 minutes
What to expect
I have a variety of songs at my disposal memorized and can bring in more music if need be. I also have a small game for people to play if they are so interested.
About
Greetings and salutations. I am Jonah Kruse also known as the Fiddling Fool. I have been playing the violin since I was 4 years old and have many different experiences with it. I am a great entertainer and can play a variety of songs and can quickly learn more. Ready and willing to entertain the masses!
Additional booking notes
I can bring in more people if interested, however my quote will go slightly up if that is the case. Otherwise, if you are looking for a louder noise then putting me close to a outlet so I can plug in my speaker would be great.
Upcoming booked events
September 2026
18
Friday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Norwalk, IA
Past booked events
October 2025
12
Sunday
Surprise
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Solon, IA
August 2024
27
Tuesday
Wedding Ceremony
12:00pm - 12:30pm
•
Des Moines, IA
December 2023
23
Saturday
Birthday Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Coralville, IA
July 2023
26
Wednesday
Personal Occasion
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
Pella, IA
Setup requirements
Speaker (not full requirement)
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