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violin & viola wedding music

Looking for a wedding violinist Melbourne couples trust for ceremony, cocktail hour and reception? Spinning Disc Entertainment represents Matthew and Ras, two exceptional string musicians available for weddings across Victoria. Watch Matthew perform JVKE’s Golden Hour below to hear the standard these performers bring to every wedding.

Watch Matthew perform Golden Hour on YouTube

Wedding Violinist Melbourne

Matthew

Violin

Matthew is an accomplished wedding violinist Melbourne couples have trusted for years, based in the south east, available for weddings across Victoria. With a refined performance style and extensive experience in wedding settings, Matthew brings elegance and professionalism to every part of your day. His music selection spans classical favourites, contemporary hits and everything in between, tailored to suit the mood and style of your wedding.

Matthew is happy to learn up to two new songs for your wedding with at least two months notice, making it easy to include a piece that holds special meaning for you as a couple.

As a wedding violinist Melbourne couples in the south east book through Spinning Disc, Matthew brings a refined performance style and genuine passion for creating emotional moments at weddings.

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Ras

Viola

Ras is a skilled viola player based in Melbourne’s south east, offering a distinctive and deeply moving alternative to the traditional wedding violin. Available for weddings across Victoria, Ras brings a rich, warm tone to ceremonies and cocktail hours that leaves a lasting impression on guests.

Like Matthew, Ras is happy to learn up to two new songs with at least two months notice, so your wedding music can be as personal as you want it to be.

As a wedding viola player Melbourne couples choose for something distinctive and deeply moving, Ras offers a rich alternative to the traditional wedding violin that consistently draws emotional responses from guests.

Ras is the only dedicated wedding viola player Melbourne couples can book through Spinning Disc, making him a genuinely distinctive choice for ceremonies and cocktail hours across Victoria.

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Violin or Viola?

What's the difference?

A live wedding violinist or viola player brings something truly special to your wedding day. The warmth, emotion and elegance of a stringed instrument creates an atmosphere that no recorded music can replicate, turning key moments into memories that stay with your guests long after the day is done.

At Spinning Disc Entertainment, we represent two exceptional string players based in Melbourne’s south east: Matthew on violin and Ras on viola. Both are experienced wedding musicians available for ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions across Victoria.

The violin and viola are closely related instruments, but each has its own distinct character. The violin is the smaller of the two, with a bright, soaring tone that carries beautifully in open spaces and large venues. It is the most recognised string instrument in wedding settings, and its clarity makes it ideal for ceremony processionals and emotional solo pieces.

The viola is slightly larger, with a deeper, richer and more mellow tone. Where the violin sings, the viola resonates. Its sound sits in a warmer register that many couples find incredibly moving, particularly for intimate ceremonies and cocktail hour settings. If you are looking for something a little different from the traditional wedding violin, a viola player offers a sophisticated and memorable alternative.

Both instruments work beautifully as a standalone live music option alongside a DJ, or as part of a broader entertainment package.

Why Book a Wedding Violinist Melbourne Wide Through Spinning Disc

Local, talented and reliable

Booking a wedding violinist Melbourne couples trust through Spinning Disc means every detail is handled by Dan, from the initial enquiry through to the performance on the day. Both Matthew and Ras are experienced wedding musicians who understand the emotional weight of live performance at a wedding, and approach every booking with that in mind.

A wedding violinist or viola player works beautifully alongside a DJ, performing live during the ceremony processional, cocktail hour and key reception moments while the DJ manages the music between sets. This combination gives couples the warmth of live strings with a full reception soundtrack, without the cost of a full string ensemble.

For couples looking for a wedding violinist Melbourne south east and surrounding regions, both Matthew and Ras are based locally and available across Victoria. Whether you are drawn to the bright soaring tone of the violin or the warm resonant depth of the viola, violin and viola wedding music through Spinning Disc gives you the warmth of live strings with a full reception soundtrack, all booking and planning handled personally by Dan from first enquiry through to the performance on the day.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Where Do They Perform? Both Matthew and Ras are based in Melbourne’s south east and available for weddings throughout metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. Whether your wedding is in the Yarra Valley, on the Mornington Peninsula, in Melbourne’s CBD or anywhere else across the state, get in touch to discuss your location and requirements.

How does it work? At Spinning Disc Entertainment, Dan handles all booking and planning directly with you in the lead-up to your wedding. Your string musician can focus entirely on delivering a beautiful performance on the day, knowing every detail has been taken care of.

A wedding violinist or viola player works alongside your DJ, performing live during key moments while the DJ manages music between sets. This combination gives you the warmth and emotion of live performance with a full soundtrack across your entire reception.

What is the difference between a violin and a viola? If you are searching for a wedding violinist Melbourne has plenty of options, but understanding the difference between violin and viola can help you choose. The violin has a bright, clear and soaring tone, while the viola produces a deeper, warmer and more mellow sound. Both are beautiful in wedding settings. The violin is the more traditional choice, while the viola offers something a little more distinctive and intimate.

What styles of violin and viola wedding music do Matthew and Ras perform? Both Matthew and Ras cover a wide range of violin and viola wedding music styles, from classical pieces and traditional processionals through to contemporary pop and chart hits arranged for strings. Their violin and viola wedding music repertoire is designed to cover every part of the wedding day, from the ceremony through to cocktail hour and reception moments. Mention any specific pieces when you enquire and they will confirm whether it is in their repertoire or available to learn.

What parts of the wedding can a violinist or viola player perform at? Both Matthew and Ras are available for ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions. They are experienced across all parts of the wedding day and will work with you to plan the right coverage for your event. From ceremony processionals through to cocktail hour and reception moments, violin and viola wedding music creates an emotional atmosphere that recorded music simply cannot replicate. Dan will help you plan exactly when and where your string musician performs across your day.

Can they learn a specific song for our wedding? Yes. Both Matthew and Ras are happy to learn up to two new songs for your wedding, provided you give at least two months notice. If there is a piece that is special to you as a couple, just ask.

Do they perform solo? Our string musicians can perform as standalone acts for ceremony and cocktail hour, and also work beautifully alongside a DJ who provides the sound system and music between live sets. As a wedding violinist Melbourne wide, Matthew is equally comfortable as a standalone performer or as part of a broader entertainment package. Discuss your requirements with Dan and he will recommend the right approach for your day.

Where are Matthew and Ras available? As a wedding violinist Melbourne based, Matthew performs across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. Ras is equally available across the same area as a viola player. Both are based in Melbourne’s south east and happy to travel to your venue. Contact us to discuss your specific location.

Can a violinist or viola player perform outdoors? Yes, both Matthew and Ras can perform in outdoor settings. Discuss your venue requirements with us when booking and we will make sure everything is planned accordingly.

How do I choose between violin and viola? If you love a bright, classic and soaring sound, violin is the natural choice. If you are drawn to something warmer, richer and a little more unusual, viola is a beautiful option. Dan can talk you through both and help you decide what suits your wedding best.

If you would like to hear the difference before deciding, Ras is available for a consultation and Dan can talk you through both options. As a wedding viola player Melbourne couples choose for its distinctive warmth, Ras consistently surprises couples who had not previously considered viola as an option.