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Mark Woodyatt is an award-winning multi-genre violinist serving Northeastern Pennsylvania, the Poconos and the Tri-State Region. He is a classically-trained acoustic and electric 5-string violinist who performs all styles of music authentically and can perform thousands of pieces of music from memory, as well as provide a variety of music configuration. A masterful studio artist. Mark has the skills necessary to perform and record arrangements of nearly any song that can sound true to the recordings. A veteran on the wedding scene with over 25 years experience, Mark is able to provide music and services covering and all aspects of weddings, private, corporate and life events. An award winning multi-instrumentalist, his talents and are well-suited for discerning clientele. If you require exceptional music for your wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, bridal shower, reception or afterparty, you've come to the right place if you are a fan of the violin. Mark's musical versatility and sensitivity to the unique needs and particulars of each client allow him to accomodate a wide variety of styles of music and adapt it to suit the occassion at hand. His musical abilitiesrehularly exceed expectations, and his playing and command of his instruments can set the tone for the entire event. experience of having been performing and sharing his love of music for over 30 years. Because of his versatile capabilities, Mark's schedule encompasses a variety of solo weddings and events, as well as band and projects that employ him as a recording artist and performances where his skills shine. In addition to solo performances for weddings and events, Matk offers services where he performs as a soloist and accomodates all the music using a mix of music and performance/looping techniques. He also can put together ensemble, and regularly employs a variety of musicians and groups performing specific genres, as well as many different styles of music. These include some of the finest musicians (duos, trios, chamber ensembles and jazz combos) in Northeastern Pennsylvania, the greater Philadelphia area, New York City and a great variety of expert musicians the Tri-State Area and beyond. he and his partner, Lily travel internationally. He is in high demand for custom music weddings, as well as can provide full bands, including Gypsy Jazz Quintet, Rogue Chimp, Electric City Swing and for fans of DMB an exciting Dave Matthews tribute, rated one of the best in the world - named "A Proud Monkey". Contact Mark or the agency Special Guest - (they have an app) for DMB tribute rates and services.


Services Offered

Solo.Duo.Trio.String or Woodwind Quartet - Traditional and Contemporary Ceremonies.

Examples of configurations include Violin + Guitar, Piano, Accordion, Flute, Bass, Cello, Viola, Violin,
Mark Woodyatt has the ability to accomodate and integrate clients preferences in a collaborative manner, integrating those particulars into his creative approach, thus giving you the freedom to plan the music to your liking, and Mark offers a variety of custom-music packages tailored to each unique event. In authentic style, your wedding music =your preferences. Mark and his partner Lily make it easy, and are fantastic to work with. You may wish to consult with them to your liking. They offer fully customizable musical sets, and even can accommodate the mood and style of your wedding/event themes. if you would rather convey that the planning be done solely by Mark and Lily, they'll provide the soundtrack to your wedding. additional rental options are also available as add-ons or are included in packages. These include, but are not limited to battery-powered speakers and wireless microphones. They provide the option for being present at the wedding rehearsals, can provide music examples for you to hear, at any stage in your planning process, provide music for rehearsal dinners, cocktail hours, the bridal and first dances and offer the option for a completely-produced reproduction of your favorite song. This may be performed on violin, or can be prepared for someone else to play or sing. Other possibilities are the option for Mark to sing, rock out, funk it up with his electric violin, or put together the best band you may ever hear live.
Mark and Lily offer variety - from the simplicity of ceremony music, to full wedding day music packages lasting until the end of the reception, they promise to treat you, your family, friends and guests to an unforgettable experience which encompasses and embodies a white selection of some of the greatest music ever written, with the possibility of original music bodies and embodies a white selection of some of the greatest music ever written, with the possibility of original music and a guarantee that it will be played from the heart and performed with the experience and authenticity of a soulful catchy and unique artist who loves his job and cares about elevating your event to be the absolute best it can be.

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Frequently asked questions

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
Sample Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
Orchestra
String - Trio
String - Quartet
String - Quintet
Soloist / Vocalist

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Drums
Flute
Guitar
Harp
Organ
Piano
Trumpet
Saxophone
Viola
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
Vocals

Reviews of Mark Woodyatt Music

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Eric Sent on 07/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I would highly recommend Mark for any wedding or event! My wife and I hired Mark to perform the ceremony and cocktail hour for our wedding. Mark was fantastic and wonderful to work with through the whole process. My wife and I had several special requests which Mark accommodated no problem. Mark is an extremely gifted musician and has a huge repertoire to pull from and is more than willing to do any special requests if given reasonable notice. He was able to perform a wide range of music, from the bond theme to oldies, jazz, classical and more. Mark made our ceremony truly special and elegant. Thanks Mark!!!
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Leslie Sent on 02/09/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Mark is a magical violinist. He has so much passion for his art! I would highly recommend his service!
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Charlotte Sent on 04/27/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Mark was amazing to work with! We contacted him pretty last minute and he was still able to do the music for our ceremony! We had a couple of emails and conversations back and forth before the wedding to nail down music and he was so accommodating and really understood the vision of our day. He made our ceremony that much more special by playing songs that were personal to us as a couple. I would absolutely recommend Mark to anyone! His prices were very reasonable, especially because he can perform solo!
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Gabriella Sent on 03/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
He was amazing and easy to work with! We wanted different songs as we were not having a traditional church wedding. He easily accommodated this request and even did a mash up of songs specifically for us to use! Fear not, if you are overwhelmed with song choice he will have endless options and suggestions for you. It was the perfect touch to our perfect day!
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Christine Sent on 04/27/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Mark was absolutely phenomenal! I wish I could figure out another event to book him for. He played during our pre-wedding arrivals, during our ceremony and through the cocktail hour. The guests loved him and we loved having him there. He sounded amazing and his song selections were fun and interesting. He was so professional and accommodating through the whole planning process which made this bride especially thankful. He was truly a highlight at our summer wedding!
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Lindsey Sent on 03/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Mark was so wonderful to work with. We were so happy to have him be apart of our wedding day. Mark was more than happy to travel to our ceremony location without issues. He was able to make wonderful recommendations of songs to play for our ceremony and was even able to learn a song we wanted! All our guest commented how elegant our ceremony was and having a wonderful violinist made that touch ! I would not hesitate to hire Mark again for any special event !
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April Sent on 10/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Memorable and Magical!

At the time of our wedding on October 8, 2016, I did not have a computer. Today, on our third anniversary, I am reminded of that beautiful day. Mark Woodyatt was the only entertainment at our wedding and certainly the only entertainment needed. All communication with Mark and his partner, Lily, was clear and concise with no questions unanswered. Mark's professionalism cannot be matched! He played every song that we requested, as well as all requests from our guests, with incredible passion and precision. It's amazing that Mark's hands can create such magic! Our guests all felt the same! Mark Woodyatt is a remarkable talent and he made our wedding perfect!!
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Amy Sent on 02/09/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Mark playing was one of my favorite moments from my wedding. We had him play a song during the ceremony and people were tearing up! I cannot say enough about his professionalism, talent, and easy going attitude. A million stars to him!!!
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User2524579 Sent on 02/01/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I hired Mark to provide music for my contemporary Jewish wedding ceremony at the Scranton Cultural Center. His violin playing was impeccable, and we are so thrilled with our wedding video and the beautiful music that accompanied our ceremony. As an added bonus, we hired him to play with the Exact Change Band. His professionalism, flexibility and musicianship were beyond any of our expectations, and he seems to have a vast amount of experience as both a soloist, band leader and sideman, bc all the musicians knew who he was and had nothing to say but great things. It made us look good having a violinist who knew just how to tastefully enhance our ceremony. I highly recommend Mark Woodyatt for any weddings. Not only can he play, he can book any number of excellent musicians for every aspect of a wedding day. His partner, Lily also helped out immensely. My wife later shared with me that Lily coordinated the timings of all the mothers, bridesmaids and, of course, Danielle, with Mark's music. Having an extra hand on the job further enhanced the impact of Mark's performance. I'm still hearing about how beautiful our wedding was nearly 1 1/2 years later to the day. So I thought I'd write a review as a way to say Thanks again to the most talented violinist I've ever met, Mark Woodyatt, for doing a job perfectly-done.
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Erika Sent on 06/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Such a beautiful experience. Mark recorded himself playing as we walked down the isle and then shared the recording with us weeks later. So amazing to relive that moment through his music!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

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