Strolling Electric Violinist Solo violinist can play to tracks or pair with your favorite DJ any music style!

Based in United States

San Diego, San Diego County, California, United States
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LOCATION
San Diego, San Diego County, California, United States

TRAVEL
up to 12500 miles

PRICE
from $75 (USD)

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Price Guide

Description Price
1 -2 hours Solo w/ tracks$800 (USD)
2 -3 hours Solo w/ tracks$1500 (USD)
4 hours Solo w/ Tracks$2000 (USD)
Small Private Events and Band Gigs TBD$400 (USD)
Studio / Recording ($75 per song) ($100 per hour)$75 (USD)
Pricing does not include Sound System for event. Pricing may be negotiated if paired with a DJ. Client is required to cover airfare, lodging and ground transportation outside California. Further terms and conditions will be included in contract sent to the client.

About / Biography

Melisssa Barrison is perfect for weddings, private events or luxury corporate events. Add a strolling violinist for a touch of class, and level up for live entertainment. I can be added as an elegant musical background piece for dinner or cocktails or be a part of the main event, strolling, interacting with guests for cocktails and dancing to help you throw an event they will never forget!

I have over 25 years as a violinist and have toured the country. Ive played countless stadiums and arenas in half time shows and award shows for the NFL, NHL, and NBA. I have also played for the CMAs, CMTs, The Grand Ole Opry, Ellen, Marie Osbourne Show and more. I have opened for Cee Lo Green, played with Rihanna, Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert, and the Killers.

Any genre quickly becomes my playground! Pop, Rock, Jazz, Country, Latin, you name it, I can't wait to play it!

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Location

Based in United States

San Diego, San Diego County, California, United States
Travels worldwide
pink circle = free travel (up to 60 miles)

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Power Strip
DI box for quarter-inch input
A way to plug in 8th-inch AUX for tracks from a laptop or phone
Mic stand (for band gigs)


What information do you require about a venue?

Load in instructions
Parking covered by the client, close to the venue.
Is the event inside or outside? - If outside, shade is requested. A heater is required if the temperature falls below 60 degrees. In case of precipitation, all gear must be covered, and violin performance may pause until the rain stops. Notify the performer of any stairs or obstacles that may be present while loading in.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Artist can only provide sound for up to 40 people max. Additional sound / lighting must be provided by venue, client or may be requested for artist to contract additionally for a separate fee.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

ABSOLUTELY! Keep the vibe going!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever worked at?

Melissa Barrison is a classically trained violinist who grew to encompass bluegrass, jazz, rock, gypsy, blues, country, and even reggae. Melissa has played for artists such as Rihanna and opened for Miranda Lambert, Dierks Bently, Cee Lo Green, POD and The Killers. She has made television appearances on CMT, the Ellen DeGeneres Show, the Marie Osmond Show, and Clash of the Cover Bands. Melissa has also performed for multiple NFL, MLB and NHL games, as well as the NBA All-Star Game Half-time Show.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

Over 20 years experience

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

I typically like to arrive 2 hours before performance time to set up and soundcheck. Depending upon the number of locations, soundcheck takes anywhere from 15-30 mins.

Whatever the client wants- I can play up to 4 hours straight -Nashville style.
Preferrably I do 2 50 min sets or multiple 45 minute sets.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes! Shade is requested during the day and heater required if temperature falls below 60 degrees. Location should be dry, flat and level surface with access to a power supply close by.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

I have played all kinds of genres and love getting request from clients and guests. Tunes can be anywhere from radio hits, to obscure tunes from another country, or your best friends garage band. If its on spotify, I can play to it! I do prefer not play to tracks that are already violin heavy... I don't like to compete with other violinists. (exception - devil went down to Georgia - that's my FAVORITE)

Venues

Strolling Electric Violinist has performed at these venues:

Nissan Stadium

Staples Center

Honda Center

Panthers Stadium

Bridgestone Arena

Petco Park

The Grand Ole Opry

Sea World San Diego

The San Diego Zoo

San Diego Wild Animal Park

Ritz Carleton Naples Florida

San Diego Convention Center

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel Cancun

House of Blues San Diego

Pasta Hotel Huntington Beach

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Recording Session

Cruise

Virtual Event

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Burns Night

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Classical

1920s Music

1930s Music

1940s Music

1950s Music

1960s Music

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Folk

Country

Folk Rock

Jazz

Blues

Gypsy Jazz

Latin Jazz

Swing

Christmas

Military

Church Music

Electronic

House

Techno

Gospel

Easy Listening

Background Music

Originals

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Disco

Funk

Hip Hop

Karaoke

R&B

Tribute

Vintage

Rock

Classic Rock

Indie

Rock 'n' Roll

Alternative Rock

World Music

French Music

Latin

Reggae

Salsa

Ska

Spanish Music

Features:

Instrumental

Can provide battery amplifier

Public liability insurance

DJ / background music options

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

Uses backing tracks

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