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Monica Re Martin
- New York City, NY
- Violinist
- Travels up to 60 miles
- $250 and up
Overview
Monica Re Martin is a highly sought after NYC freelance violinist, violist and strings arranger - and the perfect strings contractor for your next event or wedding!
Monica is trained classically by world class musicians and able to play any style of music from pop, rock, rap, jazz and more. She performs regularly on Broadway, at Radio City with the Rockettes, with the NYC Ballet, and top international artists like Andrea Bocelli and Kygo. Whatever playlist and vibe you want, she can make it happen - and happen in style! She's available as a solo violinist (acoustic or electric), string duo, trio and quartet.
Elevate your next event musically with Monica!
13 Reviews
Monica is a pleasure to work with and a brilliant violinist - she put together an amazing trio for a corporate event I coordinated and it was the highlight of our evening. She is truly the best!
String Trio
There aren't enough words to express how pleased I was with Monica's performance at my son and daughter-in-law's wedding at the Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers. I would give her 10 stars if that was an option!
Monica was hired as a violinist to play during the ceremony. Communicating with Monica from the beginning was very seamless. She was quick to respond with any questions I had and even went as far as to send me a video of her performing the specific song I requested for the bride to walk down the aisle. Monica did not need any direction and knew exactly what I was requesting. She tweaked the music so it became exactly as I imagined! The most amazing part is she nailed it on the first try:)
Monica was very professional and a pleasure to work with...but most of all, she's an EXCELLENT violinist!
If anyone is considering hiring her for their event - I promise, you won't be disappointed!!
Violinist, Viola Player
Monica Re Martin is an accomplished violinist who is a joy to work with. I hired Ms. Martin on the suggestion of a prominent music critic to provide a musical program for a non-profit organization honoring its highest donors. I explained who her audience was and left the choice of music up to her. With little direction from me Ms. Martin developed an excellent eclectic program of pop, Broadway and classical music that pleased even the most critical audience member. The way she played the violin was incredibly expressive. She brought so much emotion to each piece she played. She was able, through her music, to develop a strong connection with her audience. Our guests are still singing her praises.
Beyond her musical talents Monica is a consummate professional who approaches her craft with the utmost dedication and professionalism. It is clear to me why she is in great demand as a free lance musician. I highly recommend her to provide music for any event you may have no matter how big or small. You won’t be disappointed.
Violinist
Monica played for our intimate 36 person ceremony at The Chelsea Hotel. She communicated seamlessly as we were organizing. She was totally self sufficient with her set up and was easily accommodated by the venue. Most importantly she played beautifully and adapted all of our song requests for the occasion!
Violinist
Monica was so lovely to work with and she is an incredible musician. 10/10!
Violinist
Monica was so awesome to work with for my proposal! She is really nice to work with, and very professional.
Monica learned songs I asked for, played them beautifully, and even brought a phone stand to record the proposal. Would absolutely recommend her for anyone planning an engagement.
Violinist
Monica's violin performance at my wedding was enchanting. Her elegant and beautiful melodies left our guests speechless. Her talent added a touch of magic to our special day that we'll never forget. Thank you, Monica, for creating such a memorable atmosphere with your incredible music!
Violinist
She is the best at what she does, and honestly she made the process so much easier, and even though we had to go to a plan B, she made it work with no problem, there’s so much I have to thank her to make my proposal such an amazing moment. 100/10 definitely suggest for your event.
Viola Player
Monica performed as part of a string trio I hired to perform at a client cocktail reception that I planned. It was on the rooftop of Carnegie Hall, and Monica and her fellow musicians added just the right touch of elegance! She is a very talented musician and her performance was flawless. She is also very professional to work with. I highly recommend Monica!
String Trio
Monica is an absolute gem! She helped make the biggest moment of my life just even more perfect. I am so so lucky to have found her! She played the songs I asked for beautifully and worked with me to help adjust the timings of songs to fit the duration of the moment better. My girlfriend - I mean FIANCÉ - said that hearing the songs was her favorite part and that it was all such a blur but she remembers recognizing the music and that made her so happy. When the next occasion comes where we want to hire a violinist, Monica will absolutely be my first call. She was dedicated to making sure our moment was special and even as I was nervous the week leading up to it, she made time to talk to me on the phone in such detail about the music and really made me feel like a priority in her busy schedule. Seriously, if you're searching around trying to find the right person, don't feel the need to look much further - Monica is the best!
Violinist
Where do I even begin! I am from Australia and my now husband and I were going to America (New York) on holidays and I decided that it was time to pop the question whilst we were there. As you can imagine the logistics of this can be rather challenging. I wanted something different. Something memorable. I reached out to Monica to speak to her about been a part of it and having her play Violin as part of the proposal on Brooklyn Bridge. And Wow. Monica went above and beyond to ensure every details was covered and assisted more than I ever expected in executing this more amazing and memorable time. She composed a special playlist of special songs for my partner and I. Nothing was too hard for her and her talent is unmatched. Monica made this special occasion one that we will never forget and we can not thank her enough. Look no further. She is your girl!
Strolling Violinist, Violinist
I booked Monica last minute for my nuptials in Shakespeare Garden at Central Park. She was punctual, had all the selections and more. Her attention to details added to our lasting memories. The sound of the violin bellowed through the park
Violinist
I hired Monica and her quartet to play during our wedding cocktail hour! Monica was professional throughout and communicated really well with me from the moment I booked her to the day of the wedding! She offered to arrange songs for me that may not be on her very comprehensive list. We requested pop songs on strings and the vibe was perfect! I would highly recommend booking Monica to contract and play at your wedding!
String Quartet
Booking Info
Price Range: $250 and up
Languages: English
Unions: Local 802
What to Expect
When you book directly with Monica, you can rest easy that you're getting a personable experience and the most bang for your buck! She strives to provide top quality experience for all of her clients and their guests at the best rate possible. Nothing is thrown together or sloppy when you're working with Monica. Her gig library of songs is one of the most extensive and unique there is due to her string arrangement work, and she often goes above and beyond to accommodate even the most niche song requests!
All of the musicians who work with Monica have resumes that far exceed what other companies and contractors provide. Not only do Monica and her colleagues all have incredible musical talents, they also arrive looking sharp. A live performance should sound good but also look good, especially for events that are being photographed and has guests dressed to the nines! She is professional, punctual and organized behind the scenes to ensure a smooth performance for an audience.
Monica is available for events such as:
-Wedding Ceremonies
-Cocktail Hour
-Proposals
-Galas/Events
-Birthday Parties
-House/Private Concert Performances
She contracts services such as:
-Solo Violin, acoustic and/or electric
-String or Instrumental Duo (ex. violin/cello, violin/guitar, violin/piano, etc.)
-String Trio
-String Quartet
-Mixed Combo (ex. violin/cello/piano, string trio/quartet with piano, etc.)
For any of these types of events and instrument combinations, you can expect class and excellence in all areas: Monica and her colleagues always show up in style, picture perfect, and sound even better!
About
Monica Re Martin has been playing violin since she was 5 and has been freelancing as a musician for as long as she can remember! She performs regularly with orchestras such as the New York City Ballet, Radio City Christmas Spectacular Orchestra, and on Broadway for musicals like Phantom of the Opera and Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Monica has had the pleasure of accompanying and collaborating with some incredible artists that include Andrea Bocelli, Kygo, Danny Elfman, Kristin Chenoweth, Victor Gould, and Gabriel Garzon-Montano. She has been featured in TV shows like "Summer House" and "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," and has recorded soundtracks for "Expats" on Amazon Prime Video and "Life & Beth" on Hulu. Monica is a notable strings arranger, working with event companies and clients to create custom sheet music for song requests and concert commissions. She is no stranger to the wedding and events market, and was even recently featured in the Summer 2023 issue of Inside Weddings magazine. Her versatility as a musician sets her apart from the pack!
Additional Booking Notes
Every gig is unique - technical requirements are discussed thoroughly with clients depending on their needs.
Set List
My set list is custom to your needs! As an arranger, I'm often asked by companies and clients to create custom sheet music for requested songs. My library includes things that no other person or company have and is always growing. I can perform any genre of music that you'd like, including:
-Classical
-Pop
-Film/TV Themes
-Jazz
-Musicals
-Rap
-Country
-R&B
-Dance/Electronic/House
And beyond!
I love to curate individual set lists for each and every one of my events! I'm available to brainstorm with clients directly and provide song lists/ideas.
Influences & Inspiration
I'm a classically trained violinist, but I listen to all kinds of music in my free time and perform a wide range of genres. A great musician is always learning, listening and drawing inspiration from other artists!
Setup Requirements
*Discussed with clients directly depending on the event*