Wedding Violinists for hire in Shropshire
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 Shropshire
"Joanne was absolutely wonderful at our wedding. From the start, her communication was excellent—she was responsive, clear, and really easy to work with. On the day, she arrived punctually and was completely professional throughout. What we appreciated most was how she truly listened to our requests and brought them to life beautifully. Her violin playing added such a special, elegant atmosphere to our day. We couldn’t have asked for a better musician and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for something truly memorable."
Ann hired CAVE Composer Arranger Violinist Educator for a Wedding (available in Shropshire)
"Excellent, the only thing I wish is that Joanne could of come outside to play the violin as most guests were outside and me and my husband actually missed all of it apart from in the ceremony. Im praying our videographer caught some of it. "
Stephanie hired CAVE Composer Arranger Violinist Educator for a Wedding (available in Shropshire)
"Jo was absolutely fantastic from the very first moment of booking her. Jo’s communication has been absolutely brilliant, she was so quick at replying f and super helpful. Anything questions I asked she got back to me straight away. Her repertoire absolutely outstanding, soooo many songs to chose from!! All our guests were so impressed as we didn’t tell them we had a violinist at the church so it was such a nice surprise for them to walk in and listen to the most gorgeous music. And they were VERY impressed with the Metallica song. Honestly - you need to book Jo for your wedding, she’s amazing! Such a lovely person too. Thank you Jo for all your help and for you playing for us, you were spectacular!! "
Becky hired CAVE Composer Arranger Violinist Educator for a Wedding (available in Shropshire)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Violinists in Shropshire
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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 Shropshire
Useful information
Wedding Violinists in Shropshire typically play Classical, Pop, Jazz, and most respond to enquiries within 15 hours. Demand peaks in June, 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 Shropshire?
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 5226 bookings and 2689 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 18 May 2026
