Violin by Vicki

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and punctuality.

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• song・8

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Lannetta a.

4 weeks ago

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We hired Vicki to perform at my friend’s bridal shower tea. She provided me with a list of songs that fit within the genre that we liked. Her performance was icing on the cake.

Details: Birthday party • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • Other strings • Variety • Other

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Mic R.

3 weeks ago

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Vicki is amazingly talented. We booked her to play outside of the church for my cousins wedding as the guest waited for the bride & groom to exit. Everyone complimented how amazing she was. She even played a song especially for the newly weds. They were so happy.

Details: Wedding ceremony • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • Other strings • Covers • Outdoors

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Jacqueline J.

Jul 5, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Vicki was very responsive and very professional. The performance was amazing and made my wedding feel even more special. I appreciate her for her help on my special day!

Details: Wedding ceremony • 101 - 150 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Other strings • Piano • Covers • Outdoors

Violin by Vicki's reply

Thank you Jacqueline! We are glad we could be a part of your special day, and wish you both the very best in the coming years.

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Melissa L.

May 21, 2021

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Hired on Thumbtack

I would absolutely recommend Violin by Vicki. The music was beautiful, she played all of our requested songs, and was extremely easy to work with with! Thanks again Vicki!

Details: Wedding ceremony • 101 - 150 guests • 12 years old or younger • 13 - 17 years old • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Other strings • Guitar • No preference • Variety • Outdoors

Violin by Vicki's reply

Thank you Melissa! We had fun learning some new songs to us, and hope that you and Alyssa have a wonderful road ahead!

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Chantel C.

Jul 18, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Vicki was very prompt, and did exactly what I asked of her. She followed the contract and played the songs I asked for. The sound and experience wasn’t what I was expecting. There were moments the tones were off and it didn’t flow as nice as we hoped for.

Details: Wedding ceremony • 26 - 50 guests • 12 years old or younger • 51 or older • 31 - 50 years old • 18 - 30 years old • 13 - 17 years old • Other strings • Covers • Outdoors

Violin by Vicki's reply

Hi Chantel, I am sorry the sound was not what you expected, and I'm really surprised, as I've always gotten praise for my sound quality. The only thing I can think of is that it could be because I used your relative's amp instead of my own because it was already set up, and perhaps there were glitches that I couldn't hear, which can happen with sound systems. As far as flow, if it's in regards to playing the recessional, your officiant told me he was going to have a prayer just before he said, "and now I introduce to you Mr & Mrs..." and that is not what he did... so I was just trying to follow him. Wishing you the very best, >>> Vicki

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FAQs

• What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

  I do not list prices. A price is given when a client requests a quote. There is not an hourly price, but the bulk of the pricing is always in the first hour, and then much less for additional hours. As an example, hiring a violinist for 2hrs is only $75 more than it is for 1hr.

• What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

  When a customer requests a quote, specific information such as type of music ensemble (solo, violin/guitar duo, trio, quartet), day, time, duration, and location is needed. Most communication takes place via email or phone contact if desired. I generally do not meet in person prior to the event, since audio/video clips are posted online. When a client decides they want to hire our services, I email them a contract to complete and sign. They can mail it back with the requested deposit, or they can scan/email the contract to me, and send the deposit via their mobile banking app.

• What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

  In high school and in college I studied with 2 former members of the Chicago symphony. I graduated from Sherwood Music Conservatory in Chicago (now a department of Columbia College). I was a member of the Chicago Civic Orchestra while in college, and a few years afterwards. I am a union member of the Chicago Federation of Musicians. I have been performing as solo violinists and also part of music ensembles for weddings and parties since the mid-'90's.