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On WeddingWire since 2023

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 pop and rock hits played on violin over the original 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 (wow, that was so much easier than we thought it would be).

Then he plays some pop ballads, showtunes, and jazz standards through dinner. Now dinner is over and he opens the dance floor, first with some familiar favorites but then moves through decades and styles as he feels out the room and keeps the beat thumping, weaving client and guest requests into expected and unexpected tracks.

Joe Molinaro offers violin performances, DJ services and will MC to move the party along from beginning to end. He is experienced and knows exactly how to keep guests engaged, happy, and dancing all night. Creating an atmosphere of celebration is his main goal for all weddings. His violin performances of your favorite songs will thrill and excite guests—an unforgettable performer for your unforgettable wedding.


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, 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!

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding DJ services?

$300

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$1,650

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

Consultation
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones
Travel Expenses

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
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Reviews of Joe Molinaro, Violinist/ DJ

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Joe, a DJ and pop/rock violinist, received highly positive reviews for his performances at weddings. Multiple reviewers praised his ability to keep the dance floor lively and accommodate special requests. His live, modern ceremony music was a hit among guests, and his talent on the violin added a unique and memorable touch to the events. Reviewers highly recommend Joe for his exceptional skills and professionalism.

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Joe, a DJ and pop/rock violinist, received highly positive reviews for his performances at weddings. Multiple reviewers praised his ability to keep the dance floor lively and accommodate special requests. His live, modern ceremony music was a hit among guests, and his talent on the violin added a unique and memorable touch to the events. Reviewers highly recommend Joe for his exceptional skills and professionalism.

Courtney
Courtney S. Sent on 11/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible experience with Joey!

Joey was easy to communicate with from start to finish. He played exactly what we were looking for and everyone enjoyed the performance immensely. I would highly recommend Joey for your special occasion!
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Adam R. Sent on 11/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome Job!

Joe was extremely talented with his violin playing and his DJing skills. He really set the mood for our ceremony and cocktail hour with his violin. He kept the dance floor bumping all night! I would highly recommend Joe.
Christine
Christine D. 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!
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