The Violin Shredder

Dallas, TX

Contact for rates

Travels up to 120 miles

Get a free quick quote

Overview

Hi there! My name is Job (pronounced “Jobe”). I am a multi-musician, but my primary instrument is the violin. I’ve played violin for 15 years and I’m very flexible in my skills. I used to play in orchestras for my first 8 years (Honor Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, etc.). I’m very experimental so I explored how much I can add violin to other things so I played “oboe” on the violin. I was the only string player for an Honor’s band. I have perfect pitch hearing so I have improvised and played last minute music with bands and church bands. I am known for my solo artist name “Violin Shredder” where I do heavy metal violin music on the side.


Reviews

Be the first to review The Violin Shredder

Write a review

Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

What to expect

The primary goal I like to let my clients know is how high my flexibility is, even if it’s crazy. I do heavy metal violin on the side, so I don’t think it gets crazier than that (unless you prove me wrong which in that case I will congratulate you lol).
I think it is crucial for me to follow what you are looking for. Even if it’s something I’m not so experienced in, I am open to trying new things. It allows me to get out of my comfort zone and expand my skills as a musician.
I have done both live and studio work. You can quote me for a violin recording for your next project (or if you’re willing to cover travel expenses I would love to play at your studio!), slap me on a live show either alone or with bands, and much more! I LOVE playing at shows. Heck, if you feel daring and want to hear heavy metal violin music at your venue, please message me!

About

I started playing violin when I was in 4th grade. I started learning how to play without lessons, and my parents realized that I needed to take violin lessons immediately. My school had a public music lesson and started there. Ever since, I’ve participated in orchestras for the next 8 years being in school. I also played and won some talent shows along the way. I began writing my own music and playing my own shows in middle school. This was also the time when I started developing perfect pitch hearing. When I went to college to get my music production degree, I wrote, recorded, mixed, mastered, and mass produced my first album “Shredder” so I have my own setlist of songs I perform for shows on the side. I am also experimental so I play heavy metal on the side. My solo artist name is “Violin Shredder” only because I destroy my violin bows for some of my intense performances. I go through them so quickly that I had to make a bow holster to draw a new bow whenever I break my current one. I have been booked to play violin for just about every scenario. I have been asked to play shows last minute for church gigs. I’ve played open mic gigs, I’ve collaborated with bands, recording violin for studios, played for weddings, and performed my own shows.

Additional booking notes

Depending on the size of the room and the attendance, a PA system may be required
A safelock or a table will be needed to run audio from his computer for supportive background music
It is optional to provide water bottles and a stool on stage

Past booked events

August 2020

08

Saturday

Cocktail Party

8:00pm - 9:30pm

Castle Rock, CO

July 2020

31

Friday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 8:30pm

Denver, CO

Setup requirements

1/4" DI for Violin

1/8" DI for Supportive BG Music

Foldback Monitor or Wireless pack for IEMs

(OPTIONAL) Boom Stand with Dynamic Microphone

Check out these featured profiles

Featured

Texas Violinist

4.92 (184)
Top Performer
373 Verified bookings

  • Dallas, TX
  • Violinist
  • Contact for rates

Javier G. said “Everything was exceptional - from the communication and presentation to the performance itself. The violinist played every song beautifully and helped make my proposal absolutely unforgettable.... ”
Featured

Geb The Violinist

5.0 (16)
Top Performer
29 Verified bookings

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • Violinist
  • $200.00 and up

Rebeca said “Geb was incredible! It was very short notice and he responded very quickly and was very communicative with me. He made sure to ask for any requested songs, etc.. He made the ceremony feel magical... ”

Traliece (Singer/Violinist)

5.0 (11)
Top Performer
16 Verified bookings

  • Dallas, TX
  • Violinist
  • $800+

Prinscilla M. said “We had our first Fundraiser for our Organization and Traliece was the perfect fit! She played so beautifully and her voice was even more beautiful. She was punctual, I love someone that takes... ”
Featured

DFW Violinist

5.0 (21)
Top Performer
11 Verified bookings

  • Garland, TX
  • Violinist
  • $150 and up

Adriana H. said “Mary was amazing !! I had provided her a list of songs to play ! Mix of cumbia, reggaeton, bachata , r&b and other Latin songs. She learned them all and did such an amazing work. All of our guest at... ”