Stringing Him Along
Stringing Him Along Spring/Summer Promo
metEMorphosis
Toronto Medley 2026
Catch me in "Falling Back" by Drake
Fall / Winter INSTRUMENTAL Promo
Fall / Winter VOX Promo
Performing at the Toronto Raptors Home Opening (2022)
PROMO
Sonata for Violin Solo No. 2 in A Minor, BWV 1003 - 3. Andante
Violin + Piano Backing Sampler pt.2
Russian Warship (GYF) Original Music Video
DJ EmV Promo
LED Violin & Wings
Photo: Bryan Bravo
Photo: Bryan Bravo
Lindsey MacDonald
me in the Drake music video "Falling Back"
After playing with Riff Raff
with Machine Gun Kelly after performing together
with Weird Al during tour
selfie with Pete Townshend (The Who) at rehearsal
with Roger Daltrey (The Who) at rehearsal
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Wayne Szeto @pwdotcom
VMP Photo
Fang Su
VMP Photo
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Wayne Szeto @pwdotcom
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Paulo Carvalho @the10minus4
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Chris Chan (@altovenue)
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Overview
Emily studied classical music at Stetson University, where she received Bachelors of Music in Violin Performance and Music Technology. She has extensive experience playing with bands, DJs, rappers and even soundtrack orchestras. Artists with whom she has worked include The Who, The Eagles, Weird Al Yankovic, Drake, Riff Raff, ELO, Michael Bolton, Machine Gun Kelly, and Amy Grant. Because she can write and arrange music, she records regularly and has been credited on numerous albums in a variety of genres. She also can play by ear and improvise, meaning her song catalogue is next to infinite.
Reviews
29 reviews
Eric R.
November 6, 2025Phenomenal.
Emily provided an outstanding experience from start to finish.
At first contact she provided very thorough information on what she plays, with beautiful videos to hear her play. I knew right away; her catalogue is impressive.
Afterward she had perfect communication with the venue and with the sound team that made everything go seamlessly!
At the event, she arrived early and performed perfectly. We got so many compliments from guests asking where we found Emily!
Thank you Emily. I will highly recommend you to anyone who’s having an event!
Hired as: Violinist
Stringing Him Along
Eric-
Thank you so much for trusting me with your special day. I had a blast learning Kokiri Forest and performing at your wedding! I appreciate so much that you took the time to leave this feedback - it helps small business owners like myself so much to hear positive things. Best of luck in your new life together and thank you for having me play a part in your journey.
Anna S.
October 13, 2025The best I’ve ever heard!
Emily was AMAZING. I could not have asked for anything better for our wedding. She played beautifully and has such a large repertoire, it was incredible to listen to. She is able to blend songs to the moment on the spot and make them so engaging. Absolutely incredible. Thank you Emily!
Hired as: Strolling Violinist, Violinist
Kem R.
September 4, 2025Emily is amazing! Very skilled with the violin!
Emily did an excellent job at our event! Highly recommend!!
Hired as: Violinist
Puja A.
May 27, 2025She was wonderful , very accommodating!
It was such a pleasure to have EM at our Event. She was very accommodating and has a very versatile selection of songs. Everybody truly enjoyed the music.!
Hired as: Violinist
Jean T.
August 12, 2024Wedding
I could not have been more pleased. Made our day. Magical.
Hired as: Violinist
Booking information
Price range: $375 and up
Languages: English, French
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $2,000,000 - HUB Intl: Professional & Excess Liability Insurance
Unions: AFM
What to expect
As you walk down the aisle, I am playing your favourite song.
As you dine, I am strolling amongst your guests.
As you party, I am shredding it with the DJ (or perhaps am DJing too!)
About
Emily has been performing professionally for over fifteen years. Though she studied classical music in college, she has extensive experience playing with bands, DJs, rappers and even soundtrack orchestras. Artists with whom she has worked include The Who, The Eagles, Weird Al Yankovic, Drake, Riff Raff, ELO, Michael Bolton, Machine Gun Kelly, and Amy Grant. She has performed at some of the most iconic venues in North America including Carnegie Hall in New York City. She has performed with ensembles of all sizes, from Mannheim Steamroller and Cirque to the Game of Thrones concert experience and Rocktopia. Because she can write and arrange music, she records regularly and has been credited on numerous albums in a variety of genres. She also can play by ear and improvise, meaning her song catalogue is next to infinite. She alternates between electric and acoustic violins from a collection that is ever-growing. When she isn’t wheels up or on tour, she enjoys calling downtown Toronto her home.
Additional booking notes
FOR LIVE PERFORMANCES:
All-In-One Portable 40 Watt PA System (This battery-powered PA is powerful enough for wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours, small to mid-sized corporate events, and private parties with or without access to power.)
Bose L1 Pro 8 (This PA requires power and has plenty of volume for larger venues including restaurants, houses of worship, conference centers & ballrooms. It is appropriate for larger events and also has a subwoofer.)
Sennheiser ew 100 G3 Wireless System (This wireless system has amazing clarity and has an extended range for events where roaming or room changes are required.)
Debra Audio Pro Portable Recording Mixer (for connecting to in-houses systems or when working with other DJs/musicians
Sennheiser ew 300 IEM G3 (A stunning in-ear monitoring system perfect for band tours and solo corporate performances)
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VIOLINS:
Luis & Clark carbon fibre violin with LR Baggs pickup
acoustic German 1924 strad copy violin
Openfab PBX fully LED 3D printed violin
Zeta Jazz fusion MIDI-capable five string (with rhinestones)
Aeyra "Bullseye" electric violin
Equester acrylic butterfly LED violin
Novia pink carbon fibre violin (COMING SOON)
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FOR RECORDINGS:
Emily uses an AKG Pro Audio C414 XLS condenser microphone. Her interface is a Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Duo. She records on a Mac Air using Logic X. She has a wide array of plugins for both vocals and violin tracking.
Upcoming booked events
August 2026
01
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Alpine, NY
September 2026
06
Sunday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Kitchener, ON
19
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Sterling, NY
Past booked events
December 2025
17
Wednesday
Christmas Party
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Toronto, ON
November 2025
01
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Vaughan, ON
October 2025
12
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Toronto, ON
August 2025
30
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:15pm
•
Pickering, ON
June 2025
12
Thursday
Fundraiser
8:30pm - 10:00pm
•
Milton, ON
May 2025
25
Sunday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Vaughan, ON
December 2024
20
Friday
Christmas Party
10:00pm - 12:00am (Sat)
•
Toronto, ON
August 2024
23
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Toronto, ON
10
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Milton, ON
03
Saturday
Personal Occasion
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Toronto, ON
July 2024
19
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:45pm
•
Toronto, ON
07
Sunday
Religious Celebration
2:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Toronto, ON
June 2024
28
Friday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Toronto, ON
15
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Brampton, ON
May 2024
25
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
11:00am - 1:30pm
•
Toronto, ON
April 2024
26
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Woodbridge, ON
January 2024
27
Saturday
Wedding Reception
3:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Innisfil, ON
December 2023
09
Saturday
Corporate Event
12:00pm - 4:00pm
•
London, ON
November 2023
24
Friday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
Brampton, ON
October 2023
31
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 11:15am
•
Grimsby, ON
29
Sunday
Bridal Shower
11:30am - 1:00pm
•
Mississauga, ON
08
Sunday
Wedding Reception
8:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Vaughan, ON
September 2023
22
Friday
Wedding Engagement
8:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Buffalo, NY
16
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Newmarket, ON
02
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Vaughan, ON
August 2023
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Toronto, ON
July 2023
15
Saturday
Wedding Reception
9:30pm - 10:00pm
•
Toronto, ON
08
Saturday
Anniversary Party
11:30am - 1:30pm
•
Hamilton, ON
07
Friday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Toronto, ON
June 2023
16
Friday
Wedding Reception
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Vaughan, ON
13
Tuesday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Toronto, ON
May 2023
20
Saturday
Dinner Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Toronto, ON
13
Saturday
Birthday Party
7:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Oakville, ON
06
Saturday
Wedding Engagement
12:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Mississauga, ON
March 2023
28
Tuesday
The Eagles (Tampa)
All-day event
25
Saturday
The Eagles (Jacksonville)
All-day event
December 2022
02
Friday
Nonprofit Event
2:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Toronto, ON
September 2022
03
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Kitchener, ON
July 2022
28
Thursday
strolling violin
6:00pm - 8:00pm
23
Saturday
Private Wedding
All-day event
21
Thursday
Private Wedding
3:00pm - 6:00pm
17
Sunday
Music Video Shoot
12:00pm - 6:00pm
16
Saturday
Private Wedding
6:30pm - 9:00pm
June 2022
18
Saturday
Bridal Shower
2:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Burlington, ON
11
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Mississauga, ON
September 2021
18
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
12:30pm - 2:30pm
•
Kitchener, ON
November 2019
02
Saturday
Personal Occasion
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Windermere, FL
October 2019
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Maitland, FL
February 2018
03
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
Port Orange, FL
January 2017
27
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
11:30am - 2:30pm
•
West Palm Beach, FL
December 2016
17
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Palm Coast, FL
November 2015
28
Saturday
Ace's High (West Palm Beach)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
14
Saturday
Detroit Institute of the Arts
7:00pm - 8:00pm
October 2015
18
Sunday
The Venue (Orlando)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
10
Saturday
NOW Contemporary Art
7:00pm - 8:00pm
09
Friday
The Cock and Bull (Sarasota)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
01
Thursday
Flaunt (Respectable Street)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
September 2015
12
Saturday
Vintage Tap (Delray)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
11
Friday
Electric Pickle (Miami)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
10
Thursday
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Set list
You name it, I play it. If it's not something I can prepare in time or a piece that wouldn't work musically for solo violin, I'll let you know. Otherwise, I can play anything: Vivaldi, The Beatles, Katy Perry, Stéphane Grappelli... just ask!
Influences and inspiration
Dashboard Confessional
Anberlin
As Tall As Lions
System of a Down
Joshua Bell
Nigel Kennedy
Stéphane Grappelli
Mark O'Connor
Setup requirements
Covered area (if outside)
Power outlet (if using wireless)