- Phoenix, AZ
- String Quartet
- $150-$1,500
Valerie J. said
“Awesome! Very calming music.
All guest at my 50th birthday dinner party had a grand time listening to the cellist perform including me..
Perfect memorable elegant atmosphere vibe. ”
Overview
Classically-trained violinist and mandolin player who also DJs!
From a music standpoint, I play many genres, but have an affinity for performing Celtic music on mandolin.
I travel all over the state of Michigan and even beyond to perform at weddings and concerts.
Reviews
21 reviews
Kimmy B.
October 23, 2024Excellent Repitourie!
I hired Zach for my wedding to play before the ceremony and for the precessional and recessional. We asked for some specific songs and Zach was able to play everything we asked for and more! We were very happy with everything and his music sounded amazing!
Hired as: Violinist
Hailey K.
March 9, 2024Loved having a violinist for our wedding!!!
Zach's beautiful music filled out ballroom so perfectly! Our guest spoke so highly of Zach's performance. He timed everything to a T and made our ceremony feel so elegant.
Hired as: Violinist
Elizabeth H.
March 2, 2024Zachary was EXCELLENT.. Played Beautifully
Zachary Graft was Puntual..
He played such Beautiful music...
Very talented..
He made our wedding special..
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Zachary Graft to preform at any event..
All of our guests complimented his performance..
Such a genuinely nice young man..
Hired as: Violinist
Kari M.
November 8, 2023Talented, professional
He did the visitation for my mom's funeral. All the music he chose was perfect. It really made the day beautiful.
Hired as: Violinist
Yolanda H.
October 30, 2023Zachary did an amazing job!
Great communication and flexibility.
Hired as: Violinist
Booking information
Price range: $200 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
What to expect
I perform for a variety of functions, so what you can expect overall is a professional level of preparedness and flexibility.
For my weddings, I play all types of genres, including learning new songs if a client requests me to do so. Some popular songs that I have played include Sweet Child of Mine, Thousand Years, and a large variety of contemporary Christian covers.
About
Zachary Graft has been playing violin and Irish fiddle since the age of 10. Currently working on his Master’s of Music degree in Violin Performance at Michigan State University, Zachary graduated with a Bachelor’s of Music degree from Grand Valley State University. Throughout his collegiate training, Zachary has maintained a private teaching studio, performed at countless weddings, and enjoys playing Irish music when he can. He also performs on the mandolin and octave mandolin.
His most notable musical achievement was when he won the Audience Prize at the 2013 White Lake Chamber Music Festival Young Artists’ competition. He has been nominated twice for a (link hidden) “Shammy” award for favorite solo Irish performer.
He has recently played at the 2021 Peoria Irish Festival.
He resides in the Jenison, Michigan area with his wife and two kids.
Additional booking notes
As an acoustic musician, I don't require much. However, depending on the size of venue as well as number of guests, amplification may be required.
This is on a case by case scenario.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
June 2026
13
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 4:15pm
•
Cadillac, MI
July 2026
25
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Plainwell, MI
Past booked events
October 2025
26
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Shelbyville, MI
September 2025
27
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Shelby, MI
February 2025
01
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Grand Haven, MI
January 2025
04
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Caledonia, MI
October 2024
13
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:15pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
March 2024
08
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
01
Friday
Wedding Reception
3:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Clinton Township, MI
October 2023
25
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 11:30am
•
Grand Rapids, MI
22
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
11:30am - 1:00pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
11
Wednesday
Corporate Event
9:30am - 4:30pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
March 2023
15
Wednesday
Retirement Community Event
6:30pm - 7:15pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
February 2023
18
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Portage, MI
November 2022
25
Friday
Wedding Reception
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Dexter, MI
September 2022
30
Friday
Dinner Party
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
June 2022
18
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Nunica, MI
May 2022
14
Saturday
Anniversary Party
7:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Ada, MI
February 2022
14
Monday
Holiday Party
5:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
December 2021
18
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Portage, MI
04
Saturday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Warren, MI
November 2021
06
Saturday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Dearborn, MI
June 2019
22
Saturday
Festival
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Greenville, MI
April 2019
27
Saturday
Personal Occasion
9:00pm - 9:15pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
13
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Traverse City, MI
February 2019
16
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Ann Arbor, MI
December 2018
22
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:30pm - 6:15pm
•
Dearborn, MI
November 2018
17
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
12:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Zeeland, MI
October 2018
07
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 4:45pm
•
Shelby Township, MI
September 2018
29
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Suttons Bay, MI
July 2018
01
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
June 2018
16
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 3:45pm
•
Rives Junction, MI
09
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Oscoda, MI
March 2018
16
Friday
Wedding Engagement
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Saugatuck, MI
February 2018
10
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:30pm - 4:00pm
•
East Lansing, MI
December 2017
29
Friday
Surprise
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
November 2017
18
Saturday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
East Grand Rapids, MI
October 2017
13
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Shelbyville, MI
September 2017
16
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:15pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
14
Thursday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 10:30pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
10
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Muskegon, MI
June 2017
25
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Shelbyville, MI
03
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
6:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Ludington, MI
May 2017
08
Monday
Nonprofit Event
6:30pm - 7:15pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
April 2017
20
Thursday
Fundraiser
7:30am - 8:30am
•
Grand Rapids, MI
March 2017
12
Sunday
Baby Shower
3:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Ada, MI
July 2016
16
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Shelby Township, MI
May 2016
21
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
New Era, MI
April 2016
23
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Mecosta, MI
August 2015
14
Friday
Anniversary Party
7:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Grand Rapids, MI
Set list
Can play most any song/genre on request.
For a classical recital: Expect to hear some solo violin works such as Telemann's 12 Fantasies for Solo violin, and a collection of other works (for classical bookings, a pianist can be provided for an additional charge).
Celtic or other folk music bookings, I will generally play a variety of uptempo tunes as well as some more melodic airs and songs.
Influences and inspiration
Mark O'Connor, Liz Carroll, J.S. Bach,
Setup requirements
TBD
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