Wedding Violinists for hire in York
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 York
"Chloe was absolutely amazing. Cannot fault her at all "
Tom hired Chloe Hayward - Violinist for a Wedding (available in York)
"We couldn’t have asked for a better violinist for our wedding! Nick was absolutely incredible and added such a beautiful and special touch to our day. He was so accommodating with all of our song requests, including some Tagalog songs, and honestly played them so beautifully. He completely wowed us and all of our guests! It was so lovely seeing everyone stop to listen and appreciate his music, and we received so many compliments from our guests about how amazing he was. He was also so easy to communicate with and more than happy to accommodate our requests, which made everything so seamless in the lead-up to the wedding. Thank you for making our day even more magical with your incredible talent. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a talented, professional and truly special violinist for their wedding! 🤍🎻✨"
Maria hired Nicholas Frost for a Wedding (available in York)
"We had the pleasure of Tofunmi performing during our wedding reception and we were blown away! He was absolutely incredible, the music sounded amazing and set a beautiful tone for the day. Both myself and my husband and guests were extremely impressed and happy, it was truly beautiful and one of the best experiences. We would highly recommend him, 10/10 phenomenal! Thank you so much Tofunmi, from Gabrielle & Matthew "
Gabrielle hired Tofunmi for a Wedding (available in York)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Violinists in York
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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 York
Useful information
Wedding Violinists in York typically play Classical, Pop, Bollywood, and most respond to enquiries within 2 hours. Demand peaks in May, August, September, 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 York?
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 5472 bookings and 2904 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 24 August 2026
