Jessie May Smart - Violinist

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I've had the pleasure of playing the violin at hundreds of weddings, and my playing has been described by the Guardian as 'Remarkable'!

Hello! I'm Jessie, and the violin is my big love in life. I'm lucky to be able to do what I'm passionate about as a career, and love that I get to meet new wonderful people every day. I have two beautiful children, and we are lucky enough to have a lovely garden where we spend a lot of our time playing, and I get to indulge in my other big love - growing flowers and vegetables! My career has taken me across the globe, but I'm a homebird at heart.

Jessie May Smart - Violinist Pricing & Costs

£550 - £950

Ceremony - from £550 (Inclusive of PA*) Ceremony, 2 x 30 mins reception sets - from £700 (Inclusive of PA*) Ceremony, 2 x 30 mins reception sets, 2 x 30 minute dinner sets - from £850 ( Inclusive of PA*) Additional sets can also be arranged Evening: 3 x 30 minute solo or DJ live sets - from £550 *PA included subject to venue size, no. of guests, and confirmation.

Typical set

From

£700

15 mins pre-ceremony music Ceremony (Processional, Signing, and Recessional) 2 x 30 min sets - drinks reception Background music between sets PA

What's included

15 mins pre-ceremony music

Ceremony (Processional, Signing and Recessional)

2 x 30 minutes sets - drinks reception

background music between sets

PA (tbc)

Ceremony only

From

£550

I will play your guests in, before the ceremony starts, to set the tone for the wedding. 15 mins pre-ceremony music Ceremony (Processional, Signing, Recessional) PA (tbc)

Ceremony & Reception

From

£700

15 mins pre-ceremony music Ceremony (Processional, Signing, and Recessional) 2 x 30 min sets - drinks reception Background music between sets PA

Ceremony, Reception, Meal

From

£850

15 mins pre-ceremony music Ceremony (Processional, Signing and Recessional) 2 x 30 minutes sets - drinks reception 2 x 30 minutes sets - wedding breakfast background music between sets PA (tbc)

Jessie May Smart - Violinist Details

Sound Equipment

PA System

Pre-Wedding Consultation

Learn New Songs

Take Requests

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Solo Musician

Primary Instrument(s)

Violin

Style of Music

Ceremony Music

Classical

Jazz

Pop / Rock

Reception Music

Acoustic

Drinks / Cocktails Music

Soul / Motown / RnB

Jessie May Smart - Violinist Full Description

I provide stunning music, tailored to you and your wedding. I have a gorgeous high end column PA for a lush sound, and play acoustic or electric violin to quality backing/accompaniment tracks. I play classical, pop, jazz, folk, rock, indie, house, ambient, classic pop.... in short, anything that you enjoy and choose to make your day memorable, and to create the perfect atmosphere for these magical moments. I will always put on background music before and after I play, and between sets, to ensure smooth transitions and to maintain the atmosphere. Services I provide: - Ceremony music - Reception music - Wedding Breakfast music - After Dinner dancing music - DJ Live evening music - Additional sets

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2011

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Reviews

(27)

Edward

Happy couple married in October

September 2024

Absolutely Wonderful

We first came across Jessie at a New Year’s party and straight away we knew she would be perfect for our wedding. Jessie played wonderfully, was really accommodating to all of our requests and her ability to freely move around our venue complimented the ambience we were hoping to achieve. It can be really worrying booking an artist without seeing them live first, however we would thoroughly recommend you booking Jessie, you won’t be disappointed!!

David & Natalie

Happy couple married in July

December 2023

Wedding Violinist - Henley Town Hall - July 2023

Jessie performed at our wedding in Henley town hall in July 2023. We had requested a bespoke piece for the entrance and Jessie absolutely nailed it. All of the guests commented on how great she was, and the violin rendition of Don't Look Back in Anger was a fantastic way to leave the ceremony. Communication was always easy with Jessie and we would have no hesitation in recommending her services.

Jessie was the perfect addition to the ceremony and to the drinks reception. Professional from start to finish with great repertoire! As a venue I will definitely be recommending to other couples!

Pamela Dobbin

Happy couple married in September

October 2023

Micro Elopement Wedding

Jessie was so professional and a dream to work with. She required no direction, just knew when to play. Venue was small and I worried about electric violin sounding overwhelming. Volume and sound was perfect. So glad we chose Jessie, who also kindly agreed to be one of our witnesses, along with Maja Tsolo our photographer (also excellent). Thoroughly recommend Jessie, excellent musician and an all round thoroughly nice person x

‘The client has been raving about how wonderful you were on Wednesday night. He was so grateful for your flexibility, loved you and wants to have you back on the next event!’

Stuart

Happy couple married in October

September 2023

Wow!

‘All I can say is - WOW !!! Really impressed.’

Terea

Happy couple married in July

September 2023

Memorable

‘Dear Jessie, thank you again for last night , you truly made our evening memorable.’

Sian & James

Happy couple married in September

September 2023

Talented violinist

‘I just wanted to thank you so much for Friday.... everybody complimented on what a talented violinist you are. You made your presence in such an understated way and played every song absolutely perfectly. You really helped make such a perfect day even better. I cannot thank you enough!’

Debbie

Happy couple married in May

September 2023

Amazing

‘Just wanted to say a BIG THANK YOU for a your wonderful performance on our Wedding Day. We have had so much feedback from friends and family saying how amazing you were. So, once again A BIG THANK YOU for helping make our day so special.’

Alpa

Happy couple married in June

September 2023

Stunning

‘I just want to say from the both of us, you did a stunning job yesterday and we couldn’t be more grateful for how engaging, serene and beautiful you made our ceremony :) we had so many compliments on your music! Thank you so much for everything and we will definitely be recommending you!’

Jessie May Smart - Violinist Location & Contact Details

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Windlesham, Surrey, England, United Kingdom

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Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Personal, moving, foot-tapping, fun and beautiful

What about your business are you most proud of?

Having played with some legendary musicians including Nile Rodgers, Elbow, Katie Melua, Emeli Sande, Beverley Knight, and taking all that passion and inspiration with me to couples' wedding days.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Enjoy it! You'll only do this once so have fun and don't stress about the little things.

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