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Oscar Tabor

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Classically trained Violinist, with styles ranging from Klezmer to Tango, Rock to Classical.
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Leeds
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Hi there, I'm a classically trained Violinist, having studied at the Royal Northern College of Music for my bachelors. I love to play classical music, but I've also spent years improvising in bands, playing Gypsy Jazz, Klezmer, Tango's, Metal, and plenty more. Playing the Violin is my passion as well as being my job, and I can be very flexible.

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Oscar's Reviews

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Sophie U
7 days ago
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5 out of 5

Everything was perfect, had lots of positive comments.

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Alice R
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Thank you so much, hugely recommend!

Reply from Oscar
1 year ago

Thank you Alice, I really enjoyed playing for you! Congratulations! Oscar

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Sadia R
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Oscar was truly incredible. His stunning performance made our ceremony special. Oscar learnt new songs we wanted, was lovely, professional and extremely talented. I can’t recommend Oscar enough. Thank you Oscar

Reply from Oscar
1 year ago

Thank you so much! It was a beautiful ceremony. Congratulations once again!

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Emily W
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Oscar was easy to communicate with, understood exactly what we wanted, dressed to suit our theme and played beautifully.

Reply from Oscar
1 year ago

Thank you Emily. If was a lovely ceremony and I really enjoyed playing for you. Congratulations! X

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Lee W
4 years ago

Would just like that say Oscar did a fantastic job at our wedding. Made our day even more special. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a top class violinist.. 10/10.. (10 / 10) (From Last minute Musicians)

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David B
5 years ago

Oscar's playing was beautiful. Couldn't have asked for anything more. She said yes! (10 / 10) David

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Oscar's Song list

Classical -
Wieniawski- Legende
Sarasate- Ziguenerweisen
Ravel- Tzigane
Beethoven Spring Sonata
Beethoven Violin Concerto
Bruch Violin Concerto
Brahms Violin Concerto
Mendelsohn Violin Concerto
Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto
Massenet- Meditation
Bach G minor Sonata
Bach D minor Partita
Bach E Major Sonata
Vivaldi 4 seasons
Biber- Passacaglia
Etc!
Irish/Scottish folk-
Streams of whiskey


Billy’s bones


Boys from the county hell


Sally Maclennane


I’m a man you don’t meet every day
Dirty old Town


Black velvet band


Whiskey in the jar


Irish rover


Wild rover


Pair of brown eyes
Rocky road
 to Dublin
Waltzing Mathilda
Etc!
Tango-
Libertango
El Choclo
Por Una Cabeza
Loca
A Media Luz
Nostalgias
Etc!
Klezmer/Eastern European Folk-
Hava Nagila
Miserlou
Kalinka
Jovana Jovanke
Nigan
Dark Eyes
Etc!
Gypsy Jazz-
All of Me
Dream a little dream of Me
Smile
Minor Swing
Douce Ambiance
Caravan
Etc, etc!
Pop-
Whatever you like!
Rock-
Whatever you like!

Oscar's Prices

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

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£200
Up to 1 hour£250
Up to 2 hours£350
Up to 3 hours£450
Customer questions

Do you have different line-up options?

Yes! I play with Guitarists, Pianists, Full Jazz Bands.

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

I can be flexible.. To an extent!

How much time do you need to set up?

If I am playing acoustic- 5 minutes!

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

Yes. And you are welcome to request new repertoire.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Absolutely! Different pieces will require different amounts of time to prepare, so please give me as much time as you're able to if it's something more demanding, but I should be able to accommodate almost any request.
Musicianship
Genres:
Jazz, Swing, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Gypsy jazz, Traditional church music, Classical, Baroque, Early music, Medieval music, Film / TV music, Renaissance, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Ambient, Electronic, Electro-Swing, Garage, 1920s era music, 1990s era music, 1980s era music
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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