Violinists for hire in Durham
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"I was looking for a quote for a violinist for 05/10/24 for my wedding day in Gretna Green. After numerous searches I came across Emma’s page. I can honestly say she’s amazing. Emma has got back to me straight away with any queries I had. I changed my mind with song choices and she was happy to amend. I also asked if she could do a video of her on the violin to a certain song and she also did that for me no problem. I would recommend her to anybody. She turned up on my wedding day and the guests said she was great. I can’t wait to look at what the videographer captured as I missed most of her songs with so much going on. Thank you so much Emma. You have been fantastic and you’re such a lovely person :-) "
Tonya hired Violin for Weddings for a Wedding (available in Durham)
"Emma stepped in the night before our wedding due to our other violinist cancelling. We are so grateful that she was able to play at our big day. Emma just picked up the music straight away that we’d requested and played so wonderfully. All of our guests loved the music and it made our wedding feel even more special. Thank you. "
Rachel hired Violin for Weddings for a Wedding (available in Durham)
"Emma was fantastic ! All queries we had were responded to quickly . She has a large number of songs to request so we weren’t short of options. It was the icing on top of the cake to a truly memorable day! Highly recommend. Thanks again!"
James hired Violin for Weddings for a Wedding (available in Durham)
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Are violins popular for weddings?
Yes, absolutely, particularly for smaller, more intimate weddings, one violinist can be enough. A solo violinist can create a beautiful, elegant atmosphere that is loud enough to be heard by everyone without drowning out conversation. However, for larger weddings, you might want to opt for a string quartet or a string duo instead for a fuller sound. If unsure, chat with one of our experts today who talk through your budget, venue and tastes to work out what would work best for you.
Is one violin enough for a wedding?
Yes, violinists are very popular for weddings. Traditional, acoustic violinists are great for wedding ceremonies, evening meals and wedding breakfasts, whereas electric violinists are popular for drinks receptions as they have a louder sound.
Which songs sound best on the violin?
The violin is often associated with classical music, but it's a versatile instrument that can work well with many genres. If you're a fan of classical music, you might enjoy listening to Pachelbel's Canon in D, Beethoven's "Spring" Sonata, or Tchaikovsky's "Melodie". For those who prefer modern music, songs like Adele's "Someone Like You", Ed Sheeran's "Perfect", or Bruno Mars' "Just the Way You Are" sound great on the violin. If you browse through our musicians’ profiles, you’ll be able to find videos of their live performances and their song lists to get an idea of their sound. It's worth mentioning, however, that our violinists are skilled professionals who are committed to making sure you have a great night and are more than willing to take requests if you can’t find your favourite song on their profile.
Which is better violin or electric violin?
Choosing between a traditional acoustic violin and an electric violin depends on factors like venue size, acoustics, and budget. Acoustic violins produce a warm sound but may not project well in larger spaces. Electric violins can amplify sound and offer digital effects, but some argue they lack natural expression. Ultimately, what works best will depend on your preferences and many of our violinists own both acoustic and electric so browse our collection of violinists today to see what might work best for you.
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