Wedding Violinist

West Des Moines, IA

$950 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

I play live solo violin music or live solo violin music with electronic accompaniment! Having live violin music at your wedding, cocktail hour, reception or special event brings a uniqueness and intimacy pre-recorded music just can't match. I have been playing at hundreds of events both as a solo violinist and in a string quartet. My experiences give me insight in working with brides and grooms to make the music on their special day just what they want!


Reviews

11 reviews

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Abby R.

September 22, 2022
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Amazing job!!!

Theresa played at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. She was amazing and we had so many compliments from our guests on how good she was. If you are looking for a violinist, book Theresa!!

Hired as: Violinist


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Madelyn M.

August 22, 2022
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Amazing!

We received many compliments for our outdoor ceremony because of the violin music! Theresa even played through some rain that was right before the ceremony. I would highly recommend!

Hired as: Violinist


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Anne R.

June 16, 2022
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Incredible!!

Hired her as violinist for our wedding and she DID NOT disappoint!! Highly recommend!!!

Hired as: Violinist

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Wedding Violinist

Thanks so much, Anne! I so enjoyed working with you!!


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Heather B.

February 5, 2022
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Perfect!

I can’t say enough how fantastic having a violinist at the ceremony was. Theresa was amazing to work with, professional, and fun. I highly recommend her to play at your ceremony/reception.

Hired as: Violinist

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Wedding Violinist

Thanks so much, Heather!!! It was a beautiful wedding, and I was so honored to work with you both and be a part of your day!! 😍


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Benjamin V.

April 25, 2021
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Can’t say enough good things!

Theresa is outstanding. Her violin skills are incredible, but what really sets her apart is her communication and planning. She asked all the right questions leading up to the event. Having her there playing music created an atmosphere that made my proposal even better than I could have ever imagined.

I would highly recommend Theresa to anyone looking to book a violinist for any type of event.

Hired as: Violinist

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Booking information

Price range: $950 and up

Gig length: 50 - 70 minutes

What to expect

Depending on what the bride and groom want, besides playing during the wedding, Theresa will start playing 30 minutes prior to the start of the wedding, so guests can enjoy beautiful violin music while waiting for the wedding to start. After the recessional, Theresa will also play until all guests have left the ceremony area.

About

Theresa has been playing weddings and other special event gigs since 1993. She has played hundreds of events throughout the years, both as a solo violin player and in a quartet. This experience gives Theresa insight in working with brides and grooms to make the music on their special day personal, unique and easy!

In order to make the wedding day run as smoothly as possible, Theresa likes to meet with the bride and groom to discuss the songs the bride and groom would like played on their big day. No clue what music you want played? No problem! From classical to pop to the oldies, Theresa will work with you to craft a song list for each stage of your wedding, from processional to recessional.

Additional booking notes

I provide sound equipment.

Past booked events

September 2022

24

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:30pm - 5:30pm

Adel, IA

17

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Des Moines, IA

August 2022

20

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Des Moines, IA

July 2022

23

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Prole, IA

June 2022

11

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:30pm - 3:15pm

Des Moines, IA

January 2022

15

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Des Moines, IA

April 2021

24

Saturday

Wedding Engagement

7:30pm - 8:00pm

Des Moines, IA

July 2020

18

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Des Moines, IA

June 2019

08

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:15pm

Omaha, NE

December 2018

23

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 4:30pm

November 2018

17

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 6:00pm

03

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:30pm

October 2018

28

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:30pm

20

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 6:00pm

12

Friday

Wedding & Cocktail Hour

5:00pm - 7:30pm

11

Thursday

Wedding Rehearsal

5:00pm - 6:00pm

06

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:30pm

September 2018

29

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 4:30pm

22

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:30pm

02

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:30pm

New Virginia, IA

August 2018

03

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Manson, IA

May 2018

05

Saturday

Fundraiser

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Iowa Falls, IA

August 2017

19

Saturday

Wedding

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Set list

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PRELUDE
"Pachelbel's Canon"
Air on the G String by Bach
"Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles
"Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" by Bach
"Air" by Handel
"Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran
"Meditation" by Thais
"Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley
"Brandenburg Concertos" by Bach
"The Luckiest" by Ben Folds
"Evergreen" by Barbra Streisand
"Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen
"Ave Maria" by Bach or Schubert

PROCESSIONAL (PRELUDE SONGS WORK WELL ALSO)
"Bridal Chorus" ("Here Comes the Bride") by Wagner
"A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri
"Four Seasons, Spring" by Vivaldi
"Somewhere Over the Rainbow" by IZ
"Trumpet Tune" by Purcell
"Photograph" by Ed Sheeran
"Marry Me" by Train
"Trumpet Voluntary in D" by Clarke
"All of Me" by John Legend
"I'm Yours" Jason Muraz
"Marry You" by Bruno Mars

RECESSIONAL
"Wedding March" by Mendelssohn
"All You Need is Love" by The Beatles
"La Rejouissance" by Handel
"What a Wonderful World" by Louie Armstrong
"Water Music" by Handel
"Baroque Suites #6" by Senaille
"The Long and Winding Road" by The Beatles
"Hallelujah Chorus" from the Messiah by Handel
"Alleluia" by Mozart
"Entrance of the Queen of Sheba" by Handel
"Badinerie" by Bach
"When I'm 64" by The Beatles

Setup requirements

I appreciate, but I don't require, a chair.

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