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  • 2026

Leonard-Violin Show

Learn New Songs
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Reception Music
Scott
Christian
Falecia
Obi
Shelby

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Leonard delivers a modern, show driven violin experience created for couples who want elegance without predictability and energy without sacrificing sophistication.

Every performance is intentionally shaped around your celebration from the emotion of the ceremony and the atmosphere of cocktail hour to unforgettable reception moments that can completely change the energy in the room.

With a performance style built around connection, personality and reading the room, Leonard doesn’t simply perform in front of your guests. He engages them, surprises them and makes them part of the experience.

Behind the performance is a highly personalized planning process, custom music selections and years of experience performing at weddings and events. Every detail is considered so the experience feels seamless from planning through performance.

For couples who want more than beautiful music.

They’ve seen a violinist before. Just not like this.

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Experience

  • 25 years in business

  • Lingue: English

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FAQ

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Acapella
Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
Orchestra
Soloist / Vocalist

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

What instruments does your group play?

Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
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This violinist is consistently praised for exceptional talent, professionalism, and clear communication, delivering emotional ceremony music and energetic cocktail/reception performances. Guests loved the engaging, interactive shows that got people dancing and elevated the atmosphere. Highly recommended for weddings and special events.

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This violinist is consistently praised for exceptional talent, professionalism, and clear communication, delivering emotional ceremony music and energetic cocktail/reception performances. Guests loved the engaging, interactive shows that got people dancing and elevated the atmosphere. Highly recommended for weddings and special events.

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Yonna Sent on 09/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Extremely Talented

Leo was absolutely wonderful! He was professional, talented, and such a beautiful addition to our wedding day. What I appreciated most was how effortlessly he brought our vision to life without needing a lot of direction. He understood the atmosphere we wanted and executed everything beautifully.

His music added such an elegant and romantic touch to our ceremony, and our guests loved it! He was also punctual, easy to work with, dressed appropriately, and completely reliable, which meant so much during such a busy and important day.

I’m so grateful we chose her to be part of our wedding. He helped make our ceremony feel even more special and memorable. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a talented and professional violinist for their event! 🤍🎻
Scott
Scott Sent on 09/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Leonard Feedback

Mann.. where do I even start. Leonard was exceptional from the introduction call to the day of the wedding. We interviewed several violinist, however Leonard stood out to my wife and I because during the introduction call, he took the time to get to know us and asked specific questions which helped him match the vibe we wanted for the wedding. He was engaging with the audience and many attendees raved about his performance. I will definitely recommend him hands down to anyone without a question!
Christian
Christian Sent on 08/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Violinist

Leonard is an amazing violinist and it was an absolute honor to have him at our wedding. We booked him for our cocktail hour and reception and he was truly incredible. The way he played the violin during our first dance was absolutely breathtaking, and the way he interacted with each table throughout dinner made the experience even more special. Our guests loved it.

We couldn’t have asked for a better addition to our wedding. If you’re looking for a violinist for your wedding or any event, I highly recommend him. He is phenomenal and was great to work with.
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Enrico Sent on 05/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A special, fun, and romantic highlight of our wedding

We hired Leonard Hotea to be our wedding violinist and wow did he add a special level of romance and fun to our event. Leonard is an incredible violinist, but also an amazing performer. He is engaging, entertaining, and brings such great energy. Every song he played made you feel like you were listening to an enhanced version of the original song. He was a huge hit with our wedding guests and everyone raved about his performances. From the pre-wedding planning all the way through the actual wedding, he was a true professional:
knowledgeable, responsive, and a pleasure to work with.
Leonard is a fantastic violinist and a true artist. We would recommend him to anyone looking to elevate their wedding or any other event featuring live music. Thank you so much Leonard!
Falecia
Falecia Sent on 05/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Engagement Party Recommend!

Leonardo was perfect for my surprise engagement party. He was over the top and everything that I could have imagined! He made my day complete! He was so entertaining and interactive! I can’t wait to bring him back for my wedding.
C
Carisse Sent on 03/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Life of the Party

I didn’t know a violinist could get a party going like this! He played modern music that had everyone on their feet and smiling all night. It was fun, high-energy, and completely unexpected — the perfect addition to what was already a great night. He kept the vibe going and knew exactly how to read the room. If you want your next event to be one people actually talk about afterward, book him. Absolute blast!
Obi
Obi Sent on 03/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The sound of elegance

An absolutely incredible performance! Leonard the violinist brought such a beautiful and elegant energy to my birthday celebration. Every note was played with so much passion and artistry, and it truly elevated the entire atmosphere of the evening. My guests are still talking about how amazing the music was. Thank you for helping make my 40th birthday celebration so memorable and special. Highly recommend!
Shelby
Shelby Sent on 01/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable from ceremony to dance floor

We booked Leonard after seeing him perform at another wedding and he absolutely made our wedding truly unforgettable. His talent and versatility are unreal, the ceremony was pure magic, dinner was extremely captivating!! He put on a show for all of us !! Our reception was full of high energy and he was on the dance floor having a blast with all of us.
Leonard was simply unexpected and something that we have never seen before at any of the weddings that we attended in the past
Highly recommended if you are looking for top class musician and a true entertainer!!
Gianni
Gianni Sent on 01/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Elegant and professional

Leonard was a joy to work with and added something truly special to our wedding ceremony. From the very beginning, he was incredibly prompt in his replies, thoughtful in his communication, and genuinely invested in making the music exactly what we envisioned. He customized our song selections beautifully and coordinated seamlessly with the church organist, which made the entire ceremony flow effortlessly. On the day of the wedding, Leonard was the picture of professionalism, as his appearance, demeanor, and presence matched the elegance of the setting perfectly. Most importantly, his violin playing set the most beautiful and emotional mood for our ceremony, and even now our guests are still talking about how moving the music was and how it elevated the entire experience.
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S Thomas Sent on 11/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great musician and performer!

We couldn’t have been happier with our violinist, Leonard! From the ceremony and all the way into the reception, he spent the entire day with us, entertaining guests and visiting each table to share his music, something all the attendees appreciated. His outstanding skill, professionalism, and friendly demeanor brought a special charm to our wedding. We truly feel that we were lucky to have had him as part of our celebration. We highly recommend him!
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