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Abbie James

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About Abbie James

Multi-genre versatile Violinist ! Played at numerous weddings, parties, events and concerts at Hammersmith Apollo, The Dorchester..
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Abbie James is a professional multi-genre acoustic and electric violinist from London. Her professional credits have seen her play with world renowned artists Ed Sheeran, Ella Henderson and Jasmine Thompson amongst many others. She leads a busy freelance career performing dj live in some of London’s top clubs and restaurants such as Mr Foggs, It London, Bocconcino and performs at top london hotels such as Four Seasons Ten Trinity Square, The Dorchester and many more. Abbie also performs regularly at a host of other top events across the UK and Europe.

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Abbie James' Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Chris B
7 months ago
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5 out of 5

Abbie recently performed at our wedding to play throughout our ceremony and drinks reception. The booking process, communication and service was seamless, but most importantly her performance was incredible. We loved having her as part of our special day and would recommend her to anyone.

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Hristiana G
9 months ago
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5 out of 5

Fantastic

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Mark C
11 months ago
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4.8 out of 5

Abbie was great throughout the booking progress, she had very fast responses and was very informative. She turned up with more than enough time to set up and her playing was beautiful. The only issue was that the wrong song was being played for our exit walk and also during the signing of the register. However the right song for the exit was played when the best man told her.

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Sharon W
11 months ago
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5 out of 5

Abbie was excellent and was so professional. We would not have any hesitation in booking her again. Thank you so much Abbie you make our day so special

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2 months ago, for a Wedding in Blacknest Rd
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5 out of 5

Abbie performed at our wedding ceremony and drinks reception this weekend and was absolutely incredible. From the moment I booked Abbie, everything was so easy and organised - the communication, song choices, and coloure which she did erecty as matching with my I'd definitely recommend Abbie, she is so talented and so many of our guests have mentioned how brilliant Abbie was since the wedding. I wish I could do it all over again! Thank you so much Abbie.

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Dominic D
5 months ago, for a Wedding proposal in Aylesbury
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5 out of 5

Abbie was amazing. Abbie was amenable to all of my requests, even learning our special song. Our engagement was a day we would never forget, in no small thanks to Abbie. My partner Sarah and I are beyond thankful to Abbie for everything and making the process and organisation so easy. I would be forever grateful to Abbie and she will always have a place in our family’s memories. Thank you again.

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Abbie James' Song list

Slow pop : These work really well before a ceremony, as ceremony songs.
Rhianna: Diamonds
Adele: Easy on me
Aretha Franklin: I say a little prayer
Ruth b: The Vow
Adele: Skyfall
Sam Smith: Latch
Ellie Goulding: Still falling for you
Des’sree: Kissing you
Moon river
Stand by me
Greatest showman: Rewrite the stars
Ruth b: Slow fade
Avicci: Wake me up (acoustic version)
Ariana Grande: Almost in never enough
Bruno Mars: When I was your man
Bruno Mars: Just the way you are
Adele: All I ask
Lady gaga: Shallow
Etta James: At last
Megan Trainor: Like I’m gonna lose you
Freya Ridings: Lost Without You
Beyonce: Halo
Elton John: Can you feel the love tonight
Adele: Hello
John Legend: All of me
Coldplay: Yellow
Ed Sheeran: I see fire
Ellie Goulding: Your Song
Sia: Titanium (acoustic version)
Christina Perry: A thousand years
Christina Aguilera: Say something
Ariana Grande: Somewhere over the rainbow
Rhianna: Stay
Alicia Keys: If I aint got you
Greatest Showman: Million Dreams
Cohen: Halleluja
Adele: Make you feel my love
Louis Armstrong: What a wonderful world
Ed Sheeran: Kiss me
John Legend: God only knows
Jason Mark: I won’t give up
Ed Sheeran: Thinking out loud
George Michael: I can’t make you love me
Justin Bieber: 10,000 hours
Sigala: Came here for love (acoustic version)
Calum Scott: You are the reason
Ruelle: I get to love you
Clinton Kane: I guess I’m in love
Ella Eyre: We don’t have to take our clothes off
Labrinth: Beneath Your Beautiful
Stevie wonder: You are the sunshine of my life
Upbeat: These work great for exit of ceremony, drinks reception, dessert to get the party started.
Totes: Dance monkey
Coldplay: Viva la vida
Dua Lipa: Levitating
Clean bandit: Rather be
Camilla Cabello: Senorita
Chaka Khan: Ain’t Nobody
Beyonce: Crazy in love
Michael Jackson: Love never felt so good
Justin bieber: Peaches
Natalie Cole: This will be an everlasting love
Candi station: Young hearts run free
Ben E King: Stand by me
Bill withers: Lovely day
Diana Ross: I’m coming out
Sister sledge: We are family
Camilla Cabello: Havana
Black eyed peas: I gotta feeling
Stevie wonder: Signed sealed delivered
Daft punk: Get lucky
Due Lipa: One kiss
Pharell: Happy
Ed Sheeran: Shape of you
Queen: Dont stop me now
Britney Spears: Toxic
Drake: One dance
Rhianna: Take care
Usher: U Remind Me
Chaka Demus: Murder she wrote
Dua Lipa: Potion
Sigala: Stay the night
Ella Eyre: Came here for love
Due lipa: Cold heart
Michael Jackson: Love never felt so good
Joel Corry: Head & Heart
Mr Probz: Waves
Swedish house Mafia: Dont you worry child
Becky hill: Wish you well
Earth wind and fire: September
Queen: Youre my best friend
Queen: Crazy little thing called love
Michael Jackson: Rock with you
Michael Jackson: Smooth criminal
Bruno Mars: Marry you
Jessie J: Bang bang
Avicci: Hey brother
Taylor Swift: Shake it off
Coldplay: A sky full of stars
Shapeshifters: Lola’s theme
Coldplay: Adventure of a lifetime
The emotions: best of my love
Ariana grande: Thank you next
Lf system: Afraid to feel
Esme :Ily (I love you baby)
Dua lipa: Dont start now
CKay: love nwantity

Abbie James' Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£187.50
Up to 1 hour£250
Up to 2 hours£331.25
Up to 3 hours£412.50
Packages
Wedding ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£200
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£300
Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner
- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.
£700
Customer questions

Do you have different line-up options?

I can offer string duo, trio and quartet bookings. (Higher fees) I can also offer dj live bookings with dj, electric violin and sax (higher fees)

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

I try my best to be as flexible as possible.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually set up an hour before the start

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

Yes absolutely! I will also play any of your requests not on the list as long as it has been sent to me 3 weeks before

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes, as long as I receive it at least 3 weeks before
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Christmas, Traditional church music, Classical, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Early music, Film / TV music, Musical theatre, Electronic, Ambient, Garage, Ibiza club, House, Drum 'n' Bass, Folk, Easy listening, Light music, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Americana, Covers, Disco, Funk, Funk rock, Hip Hop, Karaoke, Motown, R&B, Soul, Top 40, Tribute, Vintage, Afrobeat, Bollywood, Jewish music
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Event types:
Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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