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Adele - Easy On Me

All of Me - John Legend

Hey Brother - Avicii

About Nadia

Electric and acoustic violinist, Royal College of Music London graduate

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Violinist

Manchester

Nadia is an acoustic and electric violinist with years of experience playing at corporate events, weddings and parties across the UK and abroad. Her musical adventures have taken her around the world from Kensington Palace to Morocco and Saudi Arabia, playing for high profile VIP events. Experienced in a breadth of different styles, Nadia has also toured the UK with Pete Tong Ibiza Classics, performing to crowds of up to 40,000 with the Essential Orchestra. Whether you’re after intimate music for a wedding ceremony, pop to get the party started, high energy sets with a DJ or simply sophisticated background music, Nadia will commit to providing the very best for your event.

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This act has been working with Encore for over 7 years

10 gigs

Experienced: 10 bookings through Encore

Musicianship

Genres:

Pop, Classical, Electronic, House, Deep house, Ibiza club, R&B, Christmas, Contemporary Christian, Baroque, Classical crossover, Ambient, EDM, Electronica, Easy listening, Light music, Balkan

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Instruments:

Violin, Electric violin

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Event types:

Corporate event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Virtual event

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Other skills:

Perfect pitch, Fluent improviser

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Nadia's Song list

POP/MODERN examples:

A Thousand Years - Christina Perri

All of Me - John Legend

As It Was - Harry Styles

At Last - Etta James

Bad Guy - Bille Eilish

Best Day of My Life - American Authors

Billie Jean - Michael Jackson

Blurred Lines - Robin Thicke

Came Here for Love - Ella Eyre

Cheerleader - Omi

Dance Monkey - Tones and I

Dangerous - David Guetta

Despacito - Luis Fonsi

Don't Start Now - Due Lipa

Easy On Me - Adele

Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Girls Like You - Maroon 5

Happy - Bruno Mars

Hey Brother - Avicii

Is This Love - Bob Marley

Levitating - Dua Lipa

One Kiss - Dua Lipa

Photograph - Ed Sheeran

Rather Be - Clean Bandit

Rockabye - Clean Bandit

Señorita - Camila Cabello

Shape Of You - Ed Sheeran

Shut Up And Dance - WALK THE MOON

Solo - Clean Bandit

Stand By Me - Ben E. King

Sky Full of Stars - Coldplay

Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran

Titanium - Sia

Toxic - Britney Spears

Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson

Viva La Vida - Coldplay

Want to Want You - Jason Derulo

Wake Me Up - Avicii

What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong

You're My Best Friend - Queen

CLASSICAL examples:

Air in G - J.S. Bach

Ave Maria - Bach-Gounod

Brandenburg Concerto No.3 - J.S. Bach

Canon - Pachelbel

Cavalleria Rusticana - P. Mascagni

Chanson de Matin - Elgar

Entrance of the Queen of Sheba - G.F. Handel

Largo from "Winter" - Antonio Vivaldi

Meditation from Thaïs - Massenet

O mio babbino caro - Puccin

Panis Angelicus - Cesar Frank

Spring from The Four Seasons - A. Vivaldi

The Flower Song (Lakme) - Leo Delibes

Wedding March - Richard Wagner

BOLLYWOOD

Chura Liya Hai Tumne

Humko Humise Chura Lo

Jashne Bahara

Kal Ho Naa Ho

Main Hoon Hero Tera

Pee Loon

Pehla Nasha

Sanam Re

Tere Sang Yaara

Teri Meri

Tum Hi Ho

Pehli Nazar Mein

Teri Ore

Tere Bina

Badtameez Dil

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My performances are tailored according to your event - whether that be a high energy dance set or chilled out background drinks, I love working with clients to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I have performed in a wide range of venues including The Royal Festival Hall, Lancaster House, The O2 Arena, Isle of Wight Festival, Buckingham Palace, Cadogan Hall and The House of Lords.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

I love a wide range of genres and enjoy incorporating different styles of music into my performances.

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Idris Elba's wedding in Marrakesh, Morocco!

Do you have different line-up options?

Yes, I can provide a string duo or trio with cello.

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

I always try my best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually set up about 1 hour before the performance time. If you have requested a PA, as soon as it is set up I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere for your event.

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

I tailor my set list according to the occasion and am more than happy to chat through and make sure we find what works for your event.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, absolutely! I bring my own acoustic or electric violin depending on what you have requested and PA system.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

I'm happy to discuss any specific requests you may have and make your day as special as possible!

Nadia's Prices

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

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£175
Up to 1 hour	£250
Up to 2 hours	£350
Up to 3 hours	£450

Wedding proposal

Music of your choice as you pop the question!

£200

Wedding ceremony

This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.

£250

Drinks reception

Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception

£300

Zoom bomb

I'll jump into your Zoom call and surprise your friends and colleagues with a unique song!

£150

Bespoke music video

I can produce a unique music video to surprise a friend or loved one for an occasion.

£200

Nadia

5 out of 5

5 verified reviews

Satisfaction

5.0

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

5.0

Punctuality

5.0

Nadia's Reviews

5 out of 5

i booked Nadia for a 50th birthday party, from start to finish she kept in communication with me especially with the train strikes! She plays the violin beautifully and created a wonderful atmosphere. Nadia was a pleasure to deal with and i would highly recommend her. Louis

Reply from Nadia

1 month ago

Thanks so much Louis, it was a pleasure to play for your party! 🎻

5 out of 5

Nadia played at our wedding reception last weekend and she was absolutely phenomenal. We have had so many compliments from guests. She created the most amazing atmosphere and we are truly grateful.

Reply from Nadia

4 months ago

Thank you so much for your lovely words, Catherine! I loved being a part of your special day xx

5 out of 5

Really enjoyed Nadia’s performance, booked her for my daughters 18th birthday party, Nadia played beautifully, all the guests really enjoyed her music, she had a good selection of songs to play, she was very polite and professional, I’d be happy to have to have her on my future events, would definitely recommend her 10/10

Reply from Nadia

7 months ago

Thank you so much for your kind words, Uzma! It was a pleasure to play for your daughter’s party 🎻

5 out of 5

Nadia was brilliant, professional and adapted to our requirements throughout the evening really well! I’d definitely recommend her and use her again!

5 out of 5

Lovely violinist, great to work with!