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I perform acoustic violin ONLY. 50% deposit required, other half two weeks prior to the event. Not negotiable. Do you want to feel special at your wedding? Mateja performs customized playlists of requested songs for each and every client. Pricing is $275 for the first hour and $200 per hour after that, unless the location is over 40 minutes away, in which case $100 per hour for driving distance each way is calculated, and pricing is NON NEGOTIABLE. She is a graduate of the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami with a Bachelors in violin performance, and also earned a Masters degree in violin performance from Florida International University. She frequently performs with orchestras such as Orchestra Delray, Symphony of the Americas, and the South Florida Symphony. She also performed in two concerts with The Who.
Working with Mateja was such a positive experience, she's good on a team and helped us make the performance as strong as possible.
Brian Kehew
The Who
Overview
Hired 34 times
Serves Pompano Beach, FL
Background checked
1 employee
11 years in business
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2022
Services offered
Music types
Event type
Wedding reception
Wedding ceremony
Birthday party
Cocktail hour
Music genres
Pop / top 40
Rock / classic rock
Jazz / Blues
Mariachi
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for punctuality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Sam R.
May 14, 2026
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Mateja performed at our wedding! She had an amazing style and sound. While not with a mic, the music was perfect for our outdoor terrace wedding at the beach. She really made our day something amazing!
Details: Wedding ceremony • 26 - 50 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Other strings • Variety • Pop / top 40 • Jazz / Blues • Outdoors
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Jill G.
Dec 12, 2022
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We enjoyed the music of Mateja. She arrived early was ready to go before the event started and provided exactly the music we requested. She’s a wonderful musician and a professional.
Details: General event / party • 26 - 50 guests • 51 or older • Other strings • Other • Other
Mateja Acoustic Violinist (acoustic only)'s reply
Thank you so much for those kind words. I enjoyed working with you!
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EDWIN G.
May 5, 2026
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Horrible experience. We agreed on a specific time for her to start playing, but she didn’t. There was no music while guests were arriving and being seated, which made me think something was going wrong at my wedding. When I sent the wedding coordinator to speak with her, she claimed we hadn’t agreed on that time, even though we had a contract and had already selected music for that portion. I also sent the pastor to talk to her, and only after that did she start playing so the ceremony could begin, since people couldn’t walk without music. She did play during the walk and the ceremony itself, but not during guest arrival as agreed. We paid for 15 mins after the ceremony ended and she packed up so eagerly with playing the extra minutes we paid for. The quality of the performance was poor.
Details: Wedding reception • 76 - 100 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 18 - 30 years old • 51 or older • Other strings • Variety • Jazz / Blues • Other • Outdoors
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Grechen M.
Nov 21, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mateja played beautifully and her communication was really helpful in terms of selecting songs. She has an extensive list with with different genres of music which give you so many options. I highly recommend her.
Details: Wedding ceremony • 26 - 50 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • 13 - 17 years old • Other strings • Other • Outdoors
Mateja Acoustic Violinist (acoustic only)'s reply
Thank you for those kind words, Gretchen! It was my pleasure to provide some of the music for your special day.
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Kassidy E.
Dec 27, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
She did a private show for my 92y/o aunt at our house in Las Olas. I appreciate being able to pick out the songs so we were familiar with the music. She was responsive the day of and leading to the event.
Details: General event / party • 25 guests or fewer • 51 or older • Other strings • Other • Mariachi • Other
Mateja Acoustic Violinist (acoustic only)'s reply
Thank you so much, Kassidy! I loved being able to put a smile on her face and to enhance the family get together.
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Credentials
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Mateja Kalajian
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge $275 per hour for the first hour, and $200 per hour for each following hour for private events, with tipping at the discretion of the clients.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always communicate with new clients to find out what genre and style they are interested in for their event, as well as honoring requests for specific songs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Bachelors and Masters degree in violin performance, and years of professional experience.
