Whether you\u2019re planning a chic downtown wedding or a cozy Hill Country dinner party, finding the right violinist can elevate your event from memorable to magical. Minneapolis\u2019s vibrant music scene is home to some of the most talented string musicians in the country \u2014 from classical quartets to genre-bending soloists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Below are six of the most skilled violinists and string ensembles in Minneapolis, perfect for adding elegance and energy to your next private event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rachel, violinist, has been performing for weddings and other events for her entire adult life (over 25 years!) In collaboration with a network of talented pianists, she provides beautiful live music for a wide variety of events throughout the Twin Cities and surrounding areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udd17 Website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Katherine Seeger is a classical and jazz violinist and bluegrass fiddler from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. She began studying the violin with her father at the age of 4. She was Concert Master and Principal Second of the Chippewa Valley Youth Symphony and Wisconsin State Honors Orchestra. She was also a featured soloist with the Moscow Ballet. She is completing her Bachelor\u2019s in Music Violin Performance at the University of Minnesota as a student of Kyu-Young Kim. She has previously studied with Young Nam Kim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udd17 Website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Daniel Gilbert, better known as Daniel the Violinist<\/em>, is a true maestro of musical fusion. Based in the vibrant Minneapolis-St. Paul metro, he seamlessly blends the elegance of classical violin with the bold rhythms of Hip-hop, R&B, Afro-Beats, Jazz, and Latin music, creating a sound that is as dynamic as it is soulful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udd17 Website<\/a>\ud83d\udcf1 Facebook<\/a>\ud83d\udcf1 Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Born and raised in Oregon, WI, I was a member of the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras and went on to receive my BA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and my MM in Viola from the Eastman School of Music. After graduating, I moved to the Washington DC metro area where I had a busy and varied freelance career playing with symphony orchestras, chamber orchestras, chamber ensembles and duos, bands, and musical theater pit orchestras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udd17 Website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Will Samorey is known for his stylistic versatility and compelling musical storytelling. He began his musical journey at age four in the Kinder Piano program in Des Moines, Iowa. A two-year Iowa All-State musician and section principal in high school, Will was invited to serve as assistant concertmaster at the Buena Vista University Orchestra Festival and graduated from the Grammy-recognized City High School music program in Iowa City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udd17 Website<\/a>\ud83d\udcf1 Facebook<\/a>\ud83d\udcf1 Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n “I first took an interest in the violin when I saw those smiling fellows in the back row of Lawrence Welk’s orchestra, sawing away with grins from ear to ear. Then, in grade school, a fellow played for our school assembly the gallopy part of Wm. Tell Overture, and I was hooked. \ud83d\udd17 Website<\/a>\ud83d\udcf1 Facebook<\/a> \ud83d\udcf1 Instagram<\/a>\ud83d\udcf1 YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you’re planning a romantic wedding in the Hill Country or a luxurious downtown gala, these Minneapolis-based violinists and ensembles bring exceptional musicianship to every event. Each artist or group on this list offers something unique \u2014 from classical elegance to creative fusion \u2014 ensuring you find the perfect fit for your celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\nKatherine Seeger<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
Daniel \u201cThe Violinist\u201d Gilbert<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
Annelisa Guries<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
Winspiration Studio<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
Jim Price<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
I improvise in any style you can think of or throw at me,and I compose for the violin.”<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Thoughts<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n