I am a professional violinist. I can provide whatever kind of music you want for your special event. I also play in a string duo, string trio, and string quartet. I'm happy to customize my music to fit your needs!
Amanda was on time, professional, and flexible after our ceremony was supposed to be outside but had to PROMPTLY be moved inside. Her playing was beautiful and she accommodated all of our requests. Her playing was one of my favorite parts of the ceremony, we could not recommend her services more!
Amanda did a great job! She was wonderful to work with. Communicated often and was very responsive. Highly recommend hiring Amanda for your event :)
Amanda made our wedding day spectacular! She was very easy to work with and her music was exceptional. She played all the songs we selected and also provided some great recommendations. She’s was so pleasant to work with. She even played a couple customized Bollywood pieces and made our day even more special. I highly recommend hiring Amanda.
She showed up early to my backyard elopement and even helped us figure out where she would be seated the best. My family said she sounded amazing. Would very highly recommend!
Amanda was such a pleasure to work with! We talked through which specific songs we wanted to play and she was very easily able to do all our requests and also played very beautiful classically pieces! Got tons of compliments on her! Thanks for aiding in our perfect day!
Amanda was such a pleasure to work with! We talked through which specific songs we wanted to play and she was very easily able to do all our requests and also played very beautiful classically pieces! Got tons of compliments on her! Thanks for aiding in our perfect day!
Photos from this event
Amanda is a wonderful violinist. She added a beautiful touch of class to my daughter's wedding. She was extremely helpful in selecting the appropriate music and was extremely responsive when we had questions.
I would highly recommend her.
Amanda was easy to work with and was able to play every song we requested at our ceremony. She is very talented and made our special day perfect!
You did a beautiful job! Wish I could have met you! Thank you!
Amanda was such a pleasure to work with for our wedding! She was very helpful, knowledgeable, kind, patient and professional! I would recommend her talent to anyone I know! Thank you Amanda for helping us celebrate our special day!!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Amanda Walvoord Dykhouse began to study the violin at age 5 with Ellen Rizner. She went on to graduate from Interlochen Arts Academy and attend Oberlin Conservatory in Ohio. In 1995 she graduated with highest honors from Rice University in Houston, Texas, with degrees in music and religious studies. She pursued further training at the Meadowmount School of Music and Music Academy of the West. Her primary teacher was Kathleen Winkler. She subsequently pursued a Master of Divinity at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, after which she served as a pastor in Holland for four years.
Amanda is currently the concertmaster of the Holland Symphony Orchestra and the principal second violin of the West Michigan Symphony in Muskegon. She performs frequently throughout the area, including several appearances as a soloist with the Holland Symphony Orchestra. She also plays regularly on the Free@3 recital series (formerly Herrick Library Chamber Music Series) and the Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck. She maintains a violin studio in Holland. Her students have won numerous local awards, including the Holland Symphony Orchestra’s concerto competition, have appeared on the NPR program, “From the Top,” and have been admitted into highly competitive undergraduate music programs.
| September 06, 2025 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| June 01, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| June 05, 2022 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Wedding Ceremony |
| January 14, 2022 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| October 02, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| February 20, 2021 • 3:30pm - 4:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| September 05, 2020 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| August 29, 2020 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| July 26, 2020 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| October 19, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| August 23, 2019 • 5:30pm - 6:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| July 26, 2019 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| July 20, 2019 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| June 01, 2019 • 2:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| August 30, 2018 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| August 25, 2018 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| July 29, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| June 30, 2018 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
Mason, MI 
Classical Guitarist
39 Verified Bookings Mary H. said “We needed to plan a wedding in less than 4 weeks. We contacted Robert and he made it very easy and stress free. We requested two songs he hadn't…”
Chicago, IL
Violinist
83 Verified Bookings Leslie R. said “Brian was awesome during our wedding! Our guests really enjoyed watching him perform. Would definitely consider him again!! Thanks”
Chicago, IL
Classical Ensemble
42 Verified Bookings Katie F. said “The group was responsive and has a huge repertoire. They arrived on time and were very pleasant to work with. Our group recognized the modern songs they…”
Milwaukee, WI
Violinist
Peter plays Roots Americana music on the fiddle, banjo, guitar and sings
List your services
Log In