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About Tofunmi

Elegant violin music from a rising young talent, perfect for unforgettable weddings and events.

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Violinist

Pontefract

Hi, I’m a 17 year old violinist with 14 years experience. I started playing at age 3 and currently perform with National Youth Orchestra, having previously played with the Hertfordshire Youth Orchestra. I love creating a romantic atmosphere at weddings with pieces like Canon in D and A Thousand Years, alongside a mix of classical and modern favourites. I am passionate, reliable, and professional and I will be honoured to be part of your special day.

Tofunmi

5 out of 5

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Tofunmi's Reviews

5 out of 5

Tofunmi MADE our party, not only is he super polite, professional and amazing on the violin - he created such a perfect atmosphere for our party, such a vibe. HIRE him!! amazing Tofu thank you so much again!.

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9 days ago

Thank you so much!

5 out of 5

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

5 out of 5

Even though the event delayed, Tofunmi waited to do his set and was professional throughout the whole time. We also communicated to do specific songs that we wanted. I highly recommend him , great artist!

5 out of 5

Booked Tofunmi for our wedding. We wanted “Can’t help falling in with you” for when Sarah walked down the aisle. Tofunmi recorded a video and sent it across so we could hear him playing this. Tofunmi showed up early on the day, and was dressed so smartly for the day. He played a vast array of different songs and loads of our guests commented on how amazing he sounded. We are truly grateful and thankful to Tofunmi. He did an amazing job, played a big part in a perfect day for us and is a very talented young man. I would recommend him to anyone!

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5 out of 5

Tofunmi really was a wonderful addition to our wedding day. All of our guests were so complimentary about his music and it really added a special element to our drinks reception. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a violinist for their event!

5 out of 5

Fantastic violinist! He played our requested song beautifully as I walked down the aisle and also accommodated our song choices for the signing of the register. It made our ceremony feel so personal and special. We couldn’t recommend him enough!

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Tofunmi's Song list

Classical & ceremony

• Canon in D – Johann Pachelbel

• Arioso – J.S. Bach

• Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring – J.S. Bach

• Meditation from Thaïs – Massenet

• Ave Maria – Schubert

• The Swan – Saint-Saëns

• Bridal Chorus – Wagner (Here Comes the Bride)

• Wedding March – Mendelssohn

• Ave Verum Corpus – Mozart

• Voi Che Sapete from The Marriage of Figaro

• Soave sia il vento from Così fan tutte

• The Humming Chorus from Madame Butterfly

• Habanera from Carmen

• Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's Messiah

• Balcony Scene from Romeo & Juliet – Craig Armstrong

• Boccherini music from Master and Commander

• Ar Hyd Y Nos (All Through the Night)

Romantic modern favourites

• A Thousand Years – Christina Perri

• Perfect – Ed Sheeran

• All of Me – John Legend

• Can't Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley / Kina Grannis

• You Are the Reason – Calum Scott

• Make You Feel My Love – Adele

• Marry Me – Train

• Somewhere Only We Know – Keane / Lily Allen

• How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding

• I Get to Love You – Ruelle

• Always – Daniel Caesar

• A Million Dreams from The Greatest Showman

• L-O-V-E

• Stand By Me – Ben E. King

• At Last – Etta James

• When I First Saw You from Dreamgirls

• All You Need Is Love

• Hallelujah – Leonard Cohen

• Kiss From a Rose

• Let's Stay Together

• Someone You Loved

• Here, There and Everywhere

• Maybe I'm Amazed

• Can't Take My Eyes Off You – Frankie Valli

• Eternal Flame

• Love Me Tender

• Say Something

• Tale as Old as Time from Beauty and the Beast

• Can You Feel the Love Tonight from The Lion King

• Better Together – Jack Johnson

• In My Life – The Beatles

• For the Love of a Princess from Braveheart

• Lover – Taylor Swift

• Love Story – Taylor Swift

• Marry You – Bruno Mars

• Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding

• Better Half of Me – Tom Walker

• Leave a Light On – Tom Walker

• Just You and I – Tom Walker

• Here and Now – Luther Vandross

• For You – Kenny Lattimore

• White Dress – Ben Rector

• Passport Home – JP Cooper

• The Book of Love – Peter Gabriel

• Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes)

• (They Long to Be) Close to You

• (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman

• Kiss Me – Sixpence None the Richer

• Heartbeats – José González

• Only Us from Dear Evan Hansen

• City of Stars from La La Land

• Adore You – Harry Styles

• Nobody Does It Better from The Spy Who Loved Me

• ...And Then I Kissed Him from Pearl Harbor

• She's Like the Wind – Patrick Swayze

• Kramer vs Kramer Theme

• Chasing Cars

• Over the Rainbow (Hawaiian version)

• God Only Knows

• Lovely Day

• Love on Top

• This Will Be – Natalie Cole

• Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)

Bridgerton style

• Bridgerton Main Theme

• Wildest Dreams – Taylor Swift (Bridgerton cover)

• Sign of the Times – Harry Styles

• Halo – Beyoncé (Queen Charlotte, Vitamin String Quartet style)

• If I Ain't Got You – Alicia Keys (Queen Charlotte)

• I Will Always Love You (Queen Charlotte)

• Thank U, Next – Ariana Grande

• Pov – Ariana Grande

• Girls Like You – Maroon 5

• In My Blood – Shawn Mendes

• Strange – Celeste

• Bad Guy – Billie Eilish

• Dancing On My Own – Robyn

• Material Girl – Madonna

• You Oughta Know – Alanis Morissette

• Wrecking Ball – Miley Cyrus

• Diamonds – Rihanna

• What About Us – P!nk

• How Deep Is Your Love – Calvin Harris

• Stay Away – Nirvana

• Cheap Thrills – Sia

• Dynamite – BTS

• Snow on the Beach – Taylor Swift

• abcdefu – Gayle

• Give Me Everything – Pitbull

• Jealous – Nick Jonas

• Happier Than Ever – Billie Eilish

• You Belong With Me – Taylor Swift

• Confident – Demi Lovato

• Thunder – Imagine Dragons

• Lights – Ellie Goulding

• Yellow – Coldplay (the playlist only has a string trio arrangement)

• Nobody Gets Me – SZA

• Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

• Run the World (Girls) – Beyoncé

• DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love – Usher feat. Pitbull

• Life in Technicolor – Coldplay

• Never Let You Go – Third Eye Blind

• Bad Idea, Right? – Olivia Rodrigo

• All I Wanted – Paramore

• Enchanted – Taylor Swift

• 360 – Charli XCX

• The Night We Met – Lord Huron

• Never Be the Same – Camila Cabello

• Fields of Gold – Sting

• Just What I Needed – The Cars

Film, TV & cinematic

• Sky Full of Stars – Coldplay

• Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen (slow version)

• Rewrite the Stars – The Greatest Showman

• Concerning Hobbits – Lord of the Rings

• Hedwig's Theme – Harry Potter

• Interstellar Theme – Hans Zimmer

• Game of Thrones Main Theme

• Jurassic Park – John Williams

• Star Trek Voyager Main Theme

• Baba Yetu from Civilization IV

• Invincible from World of Warcraft

• Tightrope from The Greatest Showman

• You've Got a Friend in Me from Toy Story

• Under the Sea from The Little Mermaid

• I've Had the Time of My Life from Dirty Dancing

• James Bond Theme

• Goldfinger

• Live and Let Die

• From Russia With Love – Matt Monro

• Skyfall

• No Time to Die

• Writing's on the Wall from Spectre

• You Know My Name from Casino Royale

Upbeat & drinks reception

• Viva La Vida – Coldplay

• Rather Be – Clean Bandit

• Shivers – Ed Sheeran

• Levitating – Dua Lipa

• Shallow – Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper

• Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran

• I'm Yours – Jason Mraz

• Bittersweet Symphony – The Verve

• Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles

• Can't Stop the Feeling!

• Happy

• Uptown Funk

• Shape of You – Ed Sheeran

• Bad Habits – Ed Sheeran

• Best Day of My Life – American Authors

• Fireflies

• Secrets – OneRepublic

• Save Your Tears – The Weeknd

• Kiss Me More – Doja Cat feat. SZA

• Stay – The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber

• Anyone – Justin Bieber

• Holy – Justin Bieber

• Lifetime – Justin Bieber

• Permission to Dance – BTS

• My Universe – Coldplay x BTS

• Easy On Me – Adele

• Cold Heart – Elton John & Dua Lipa (PNAU remix)

• As It Was – Harry Styles

• Positions – Ariana Grande

• Savage Love

• Made You Look – Meghan Trainor

• Anti-Hero – Taylor Swift

• Flowers – Miley Cyrus

• All of the Lights – Kanye West

Classic pop, soul & rock

• Brown Eyed Girl

• Sweet Caroline

• Cecilia

• Delilah

• Human Nature

• (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay

• Son of a Preacher Man

• Fly Me to the Moon

• Have You Met Miss Jones

• Buona Sera

• Come On Eileen

• Always Look on the Bright Side of Life

• Our Last Summer

• All About You – McFly

• Mamma Mia

• Beautiful Day – U2

• Life on Mars

• I Will Wait – Mumford & Sons

• Stayin' Alive

• Billie Jean – Michael Jackson

• Thriller – Michael Jackson

• Livin' on a Prayer

• Don't Stop Believin'

• Highway to Hell – AC/DC

• Smells Like Teen Spirit

• Everlong – Foo Fighters

• Hungry Eyes

• I Want It That Way – Backstreet Boys

• I Want You to Want Me – Cheap Trick

• The Weight – The Band

• Running Up That Hill – Kate Bush

• Re-Arrange – Biffy Clyro

• Dreamscape – Epica

• Demons – Imagine Dragons

• We'll Meet Again

• Green Green Grass of Home

• Three Lions – The Lightning Seeds

• Hava Nagila

• Maple Leaf Rag

• The Wellerman Sea Shanty

• Ghostbusters

Christmas & seasonal

• It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

• White Christmas – Bing Crosby

• The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

• The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting)

• All I Want for Christmas – Mariah Carey

• Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

• Winter Wonderland

• Fairytale of New York

• Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)

• Can Can All the Way

• Auld Lang Syne

• Halloween Theme – John Carpenter

• This Is Halloween from The Nightmare Before Christmas

Tofunmi's Prices

Last updated: 2026

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

Duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£100
Up to 1 hour	£250
Up to 2 hours	£437.50
Up to 3 hours	£562.50

Wedding ceremony2 hours

This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.

£500

Drinks reception2 hours

Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception

£537.50

Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner3 hours

- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.

£712.50

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Clients love the warm, elegant atmosphere I create with my violin and my versatility across classical, pop, and R&B. I’m professional, reliable, and adapt easily to any venue. My expressive tone, quality backing tracks, and ability to read the room help make every event feel memorable and personalised.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I’ve performed at weddings, school events, and a busy restaurant setting. These experiences have helped me develop confidence, adaptability, and strong live performance skills, whether playing for elegant ceremonies, lively crowds, or more intimate audiences.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

My biggest influences range from Lindsey Stirling and Yiruma to contemporary artists like Laufey, Drake, and Lana Del Rey. I love blending classical technique with modern sound to create something fresh and emotional.

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

A wedding performance for a large guest list, where I provided both ceremony and reception music. It was a highly visible event that helped me refine my live performance presence.

Do you have different line-up options?

Yes, I offer a solo violin performance with the option of acoustic or amplified setup, depending on the venue.

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

If your timings change after booking, I’m very flexible. Just let me know as soon as possible and I’ll do my best to accommodate the new schedule. Minor adjustments are usually no problem, and I always aim to keep everything smooth and stress-free for your event.

How much time do you need to set up?

I typically need around 10–15 minutes to set up. Since my equipment is compact and efficient, I can get ready quickly and discreetly, ensuring there’s no disruption to your event.

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

Yes, absolutely. You are welcome to choose any pieces from my set list, and I’m happy to tailor the performance to your preferences. If there’s a particular mood or theme you’d like, I can also help curate a selection that fits perfectly.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, I provide all the equipment needed for my performance. I bring my violin, professional PA system, cables, and everything required to set up and deliver a high-quality sound. All I need from the venue is access to a power source and a small performance space.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes, I can learn specific pieces for your event. I’m happy to prepare special requests, and there is a £30 fee per song to cover rehearsal and arrangement time. If you send your choices in advance, I’ll make sure everything is perfectly prepared for your day.

Musicianship

Genres:

Pop, Covers, Classical, Hip Hop, R&B, Baroque, Film / TV music, Christmas, Contemporary Christian, Military, Traditional church music, Contemporary classical, Early music, Classical crossover, Fanfare, Musical theatre, Medieval music, Renaissance, Opera, 1950s era music, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1970s era music, 1940s era music, 1960s era music, 1990s era music, 1980s era music, Bluegrass, Ceilidh, Folk, Country, Folk rock, Irish rock, Rockabilly, Traditional Scottish folk, Welsh folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional English folk, Modern jazz, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Disco, Funk rock, Funk, Americana, Karaoke, Motown, Soul, Top 40

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Event types:

Wedding, Private event, Birthday party, Cruise, Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding proposal, Virtual event, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Burns night, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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