Whether you’re 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’s vibrant music scene is home to some of the most talented string musicians in the country — from classical quartets to genre-bending soloists.
Below are six of the most skilled violinists and string ensembles in Minneapolis, perfect for adding elegance and energy to your next private event.
MSP Virtuosi
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.
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Katherine Seeger
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’s in Music Violin Performance at the University of Minnesota as a student of Kyu-Young Kim. She has previously studied with Young Nam Kim.
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Daniel “The Violinist” Gilbert
Daniel Gilbert, better known as Daniel the Violinist, 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.
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Annelisa Guries
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.
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Winspiration Studio
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.
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Jim Price
“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.
I improvise in any style you can think of or throw at me,and I compose for the violin.”
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Final Thoughts
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 — from classical elegance to creative fusion — ensuring you find the perfect fit for your celebration.
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