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Joe Molinaro
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Joe Molinaro is an experienced wedding violinist and DJ based in Pittsburgh, PA. Joe offers a range of services, including music and audio engagement and, of course, energetic renditions of your favorite songs on the violin. Joe is the perfect choice for couples looking to add something unique and special to their wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing.

Exceptionally talented, Joe Molinaro grew up in a family of wedding planners and musicians. Having earned a violin degree from the prestigious IU Jacobs School of Music, his talent and experience have only grown. He has directed school orchestras, taught music in private schools, and toured internationally with his original songs. Over the years, Joe has performed at a range of weddings, from classical traditional weddings to eclectic off-grid elopements. Joe will do it all from prelude to after-hours dancing.

Imagine your guests arriving to the ceremony while listening to classically-styled violin music. You and the wedding party enter to your favorite music played live. During cocktails guests are regaled by familiar pop and rock hits played on violin over beats. Then the violinist gets on the mic, gathers the guests' attention with wit and grace, and breezes the wedding party through grand entrances, first dances, and toasts.

If you want to dance to your favorite music and want your guests to fill the dance floor, but also want to cultivate a particular mood, you will be in good hands. The night will be filled with familiar songs that cycle through eras and styles so everyone gets drawn to the dance floor. Every group is different and Joe tailors his selections to suit each family's unique style, partly by working with clients and partly by intuition. With Joe Molinaro as the DJ, your dance floor will be full!

Here is a partial list of wedding venues he has played:
Fairmont Pittsburgh, Phipps Conservatory, Wintergarden at PPG, LeMont, Hotel Monaco, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, Bella Sera, The Chadwick, Hilton Garden Inn, Seven Springs, Iron Mills Farmstead, Pinehall, Sheraton Pittsburgh, The Westin Pittsburgh, Grand Hall at the Priory, Renaissance Pittsburgh, Andy Warhol Museum, Edgewood Country Club, Omni William Penn, Succop Conservancy, Carnegie Museum of Art, Nemacolin, Buhl Mansion, Circuit Center, Teamster Temple, Hotel Morgan, Point State Park, Greendance Winery, Mayernik Center, Eisler Farm, Penn Brewery, Hyehold, Heinz History Center, Stonewall Resort (WV), Grand Concourse, Sherwood Event Center, Harmar House, and many, many more!

FAQ

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
Sound/PA System

What is included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Consultation
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones
Travel Expenses

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$300

What music genres do you specialize in?

Country
Hip Hop
Indie
Oldies
Pop
R&B/Soul
Rock
Top 40

What services do you offer?

Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Liability Insurance
MC

What additional equipment do you offer?

Microphones
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

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Joe from Steven Vance Entertainment receives glowing reviews for his violin performances and DJ services at weddings. Multiple reviewers praise Joe for his exceptional talent, professionalism, and ability to cater to various musical preferences. Guests appreciate his seamless transitions between different genres and eras, creating a lively and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the events. Joe's personalized approach, friendly demeanor, and attention to detail in crafting unique sets make him a highly recommended choice for couples looking for a memorable and entertaining wedding experience.

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Joe from Steven Vance Entertainment receives glowing reviews for his violin performances and DJ services at weddings. Multiple reviewers praise Joe for his exceptional talent, professionalism, and ability to cater to various musical preferences. Guests appreciate his seamless transitions between different genres and eras, creating a lively and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the events. Joe's personalized approach, friendly demeanor, and attention to detail in crafting unique sets make him a highly recommended choice for couples looking for a memorable and entertaining wedding experience.

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Kate Sent on 12/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Grab Joe for your next event!

We were very pleased with Joe for our son’s ceremony and reception. Prior to the big day, Joe was great at communicating to know exactly what the bride and groom wanted. He played the violin during the ceremony and it was breathtaking!
The reception music was great as well.
If I had to make one suggestion- because we were on the fence about it—- purchasing the venue uplighting! We were so happy that we did. The reception hall looked amazing and the uplighting in the pictures made a big difference.
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Cara Sent on 12/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding DJ/Violin

Joe was awesome! He was such an integral part of our day. His violin playing during cocktail hour and dinner was a highlight to many of our guests. He prioritized the requests of my husband and I during the reception as well. I would recommend him to everyone.
Carlee
Carlee Sent on 12/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Outstanding Violinist & DJ

Steven Vance Entertainment, specifically Joe Molinaro, was a dream to work with. Guests loved our combination of romantic violin during our ceremony with a more classic DJ for the reception. Joe was extremely professional, knowledgeable, talented, and approachable. Something I hadn’t thought about before booking was that you don’t really rehearse with your ceremony musician ahead of time, so they must have the skill to adapt the music selection to the number of people walking, their speed, and the distance of the aisle - JOE NAILED THIS! He also did a great job keeping the night engaging for guests, not only playing our requests but also using the real-time crowd as a guide for what might be fun to play. Highly, highly recommend not only SVE, but especially Joe.
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Autumn Sent on 10/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect Dj!

Joe was incredibly communicative and very knowledgeable and informative. His services were great and he really brought everything together, the live violin was a beautiful and personal touch that made our ceremony so special. We are so thankful to have had him and couldn't have had such a great ceremony & reception without him! 11/10 recommend!
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Cassandra Sent on 12/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great vibes thanks to Joey!

Joey from Steve Vance entertainment was the DJ for our wedding. He really understood the vibe we wanted based on our list of songs to try playing and our do not play list. He played violin pre and during the ceremony and cocktail hour and guests commented how much they enjoyed it and how great he was. My wedding was small by most standards but he did a good job keeping people on the dance floor all night. Joey and Susan from the Steve Vance team were both responsive and jumped on the phone whenever we had questions and were kind and professional in their communications. If I needed a DJ for an event again I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Joey. Thanks again for doing such a wonderful job!
Katie
Katie Sent on 12/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We loved Joe and so will you!

We hired Joe as a DJ for our wedding. Leading up to our wedding, Joe was responsive and so helpful. He made us feel so comfortable. We had a majority of 20-35-year-olds at our wedding, and he kept them on the dance floor all night. He really knows how to read the vibes and keep the party going. You definitely will not regret hiring Joe for your next event.
Tonya
Tonya Sent on 10/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Joe is awesome!

From the moment we talked to Joe, we knew that he’d be a great fit for our wedding. During cocktail hour and dinner, he played violin, focusing on a lot of modern songs we liked (Pink Pony Club!) He is an excellent violinist and our guests loved listening to his music.

When it came time to dance, Joe effortlessly combined songs from different eras and genres so that everything flowed perfectly. We were dancing along with our guests for the rest of the night! We appreciated how he took the time to help us craft a great set, but he still used his judgment to ensure that it all worked together. We had a mashup of songs from AC/DC to Lady Gaga and on to the likes of Depeche Mode and Weird Al as an example. Who doesn’t want to cut their cake to “Eat It?!”

If you are looking for a DJ who really knows all kinds of music and will help you craft a unique and fun set, talk to Joe! His violin playing will also be the perfect touch. Highly recommended!
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Raquel Sent on 12/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning music!

Joe performed the electric violin at my wedding in 2019. It was the most beautiful addition we chose for our special day. We received so many compliments about him and how flawless the playing was. It is a truly unique and special experience and something you should splurge on for your big day. I'll always remember him.
Christine
Christine Sent on 12/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great Live Music Experience

Joe played pop/rock violin for our ceremony and DJ'ed our reception. He was phenomenal and I'd recommend him to anyone. We were able to send a list of our requested songs for different parts of the ceremony, reception entrance, frist dance, etc. He nailed them all! Our guests loved the unique touch the live, modern, ceremony music added and our dance floor was full all night. So many of them commented positively about Joe and the music, even up to a year later! Joe was a great personality and responsive to communications prior to and during our wedding. Wouldn't change a thing!
Anna
Anna Sent on 11/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful music!

Joe was open to learning a few different custom songs for our wedding! It was a dream to hear the songs played on the violin as I walked down the aisle. He also was great at moving the reception along and keeping us on track. He kept the music playing and the dance floor full all night!
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