Wedding Violinists for hire in Scottish Borders
What our expert says...A live violinist can transform both the ceremony and reception. From classical pieces to modern pop arrangements, the violin’s tone brings emotion and sophistication to every setting.
— Perrine Gouarne, Managing Director at Encore Musicians
Latest reviews of our Wedding Violinists in Scottish Borders
"Fiona was absolutely amazing! Created a beautiful atmosphere at our small wedding. We would book her again in a heartbeat "
Jess hired Fiona Liddell for a Wedding (available in Scottish Borders)
"Everything was great from start to finish, communication was on point throughout and it led to a stress free process at a stressful time when you are trying to arrange everything. Mary was on time and played for the guests as they were arriving, it was lovely to hear her play as I was walking down the aisle and when we were signing the register, we also got a nice tune at the end. Mary sent a couple of videos and a picture from her perspective of the ceremony which we thought was a lovely touch and was great to see. Thanks again for making our wedding day special."
Michelle hired Mary Gristwood for a Wedding (available in Scottish Borders)
"Fiona was wonderful and made our wedding day so magical. She plays beautifully and communicating with her about what I wanted for the day was very easy. So happy we chose her!"
Michaela hired Fiona Liddell for a Wedding (available in Scottish Borders)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Violinists in Scottish Borders
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What kind of music can a violinist play?
Pretty much anything! Violinists will usually be most comfortable playing classical music, but that doesn't mean they won't be able whip up fresh renditions of your favourite pop, folk, or jazz tunes. Best to check first before asking them to play krautrock though.
Will I need to provide the violinist with any equipment?
Other than a seat for breaks, probably not. If your venue is small, they will likely play unamplified. All they'll need to make the music happen is their violin, a bow, and a receptive audience (oh, and probably a music stand). If your venue is larger, they should be able to provide amplification.
Do violinists normally play with backing tracks?
It depends. If you only want the violinist’s performance to include classical pieces, they probably won’t need backing tracks. If the violinist’s performance includes pop songs or other styles, they may be able to provide backing tracks to fill out their performance. They’ll often perform the melody line of popular tunes, alongside pre-prepared backing tracks (think: ‘Perfect’ by Ed Sheeran, or ‘Skyfall’ by Adele - these songs sound great played on violin!).
Hiring a Wedding Violinist in Scottish Borders
Useful information
Wedding Violinists in Scottish Borders typically play Bollywood, Pop, Classical, and most respond to enquiries within 2 hours. Demand peaks in May, July, August, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire a Wedding Violinist in Scottish Borders?
Prices for Wedding Violinists vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Wedding Violinists typically charge around £270 per booking, mid-range acts around £380, and high-end Wedding Violinists from £490 per booking upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 5560 bookings and 3001 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 5 October 2026
