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Weddings

A violinist for your wedding

Your walk down the aisle, your vows, the recessional to applause: Antoine Fradkin plays every moment of your wedding on violin, in Montréal, Québec City, Ottawa and everywhere in between.

From ceremony classics to the songs that are yours, custom-arranged. A jazz graduate of the Université de Montréal, Antoine tailors the repertoire to you and the energy to the moment.

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Antoine Fradkin in a tuxedo playing violin and smiling

Weddings

Moments covered

  • Ceremony

    Prelude as guests arrive, the processional, signing of the register and the recessional.

  • Cocktail hour & dinner

    An elegant or jazzy backdrop while guests celebrate, featuring your favourite songs reimagined.

  • First dance

    Your song, arranged for violin and played live for a moment that is yours alone.

  • Reception with DJ

    Live violin over the DJ’s set to light up the dance floor.

Pricing

  • Ceremony

    Prelude, processional, signing and recessional.

    On request

  • Ceremony + cocktail

    The ceremony, then live music through cocktail hour.

    On request

  • Full day

    From ceremony to the DJ party, first dance included.

    On request

Final price depends on duration, sound equipment, travel and custom arrangements. See the FAQ

Watch

In performance.

Solo in an ornate hall
Jazz jam with upright bass and drums
Live session at Énergie 106.1
Dancers and violin in an ornate hall
Portrait of Antoine Fradkin in a tuxedo holding his violinThe audience dances and claps around Antoine Fradkin and his violinAntoine Fradkin, violin in hand, raising his arm in celebrationGroup photo of Antoine Fradkin, the musicians and the audience after the showClose-up of Antoine Fradkin playing violinAntoine Fradkin in a tuxedo playing violin with his eyes closed

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a wedding violinist cost?

Price depends on duration, which moments are covered (ceremony, cocktail hour, reception), sound equipment, travel and custom arrangements. Wedding packages start at the price listed on the Weddings page.

What do you play during the ceremony?

A prelude as guests arrive, then a piece for the processional, the signing of the register and the recessional. You pick the pieces, or Antoine suggests a selection that fits the style of your wedding.

Can you play a song that isn’t in your repertoire?

Yes. Special requests are welcome: Antoine prepares a custom arrangement of your song. Ideally, ask a few weeks before the event.

Can you play outdoors?

Yes. For an outdoor ceremony or reception, plan a spot in the shade and sheltered from rain: the violin is sensitive to direct sun and humidity.

Do you perform with a DJ?

Yes. Live violin over a DJ set is one of the most popular formats for parties and galas: Antoine joins the event’s DJ or works with partner DJs.

Do you provide sound equipment?

For small and mid-size ceremonies, cocktails and parties, Antoine can bring a compact sound system. In larger rooms he plugs into the venue’s or DJ’s system. We sort it out in the quote.

How far in advance should I book?

For weddings and summer Saturdays, ideally 6 to 12 months ahead. For other events a few weeks is often enough. Reach out even at the last minute.

Do you travel outside Montréal?

Yes: throughout Greater Montréal, Québec City, Ottawa–Gatineau and other regions of Quebec, such as the Laurentians, Lanaudière, Montérégie, the Eastern Townships, Mauricie and Charlevoix. Travel fees may apply depending on distance.

Areas served

  • Montréal
  • Laval
  • North Shore
  • South Shore
  • Laurentians
  • Lanaudière
  • Montérégie
  • Eastern Townships
  • Mauricie
  • Centre-du-Québec
  • Québec City
  • Chaudière-Appalaches
  • Charlevoix
  • Outaouais
  • Ottawa

And elsewhere in Quebec: get in touch about other regions.

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Let’s talk about your event.

A few words about your project is all it takes to start.

I’ll send you a quote within 12 hours.

Or reach me directly

antoine.fradkin@gmail.com

(581) 996-9653

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