John D'Amico
- Providence, RI
- Guitarist
- 27 Verified Bookings
Beverly H. said “We had just a small group of family and friends. Some had gone through some difficult times recently and this was such a happy time for them. John was…”
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I have been playing the violin for over 52 years. I graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1978 with a Bachelor of Music Education Degree and from Illinois State University with a Master of Music Degree in Orchestral Conducting
I am available for weddings, parties, and special events. I am also able to perform with other musicians as well. I have a variety of music that ranges from traditional classical for weddings to jazz, pop and contemporary for your special event. I have the ability to use a recorded accompaniment as background for the solo violin part to enhance any performance. Special musical requests can usually be accommodated with advanced noticed.
We were very pleased having Ed as our violinist. He arrived on time was professional and the music was beautiful.
Edward was absolutely amazing, my wife and I booked him for our wedding this past weekend and couldn't recommend him enough. He played beautifully and was an absolute professional. We were so happy to have you play at our wedding ! Thank you so much, we loved everything!
Edward played the violin so beautifully during our ceremony and was the best addition to add something special. Can’t thank him enough for being so easy to work with throughout the whole process!! My only regret is not having him stay longer!!
Ed was prepared, on time, talented and flexible for our Celebration of Life event. He was a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend for any event.
Ed was prompt, polished and played his violin so well. Very good musician!
Ed is an amazing violinist and on our special day it was obvious this is something he's done many times before. He has a great playlist to choose from and he even took a few special requests for songs that we wanted for bridge/groom and mother/groom dance songs. The guests all loved his energy while playing and the highlight of the night was everybody singing along to the chorus of "My Girl" during the father/bride dance song as Ed encouraged the guests to chime in. While the rain changed plans for where we were going to have Ed play throughout the day, he was able to easily handle the changes and we would highly recommend using him for your event!
Although it was a late request, he came on time and was professional.
Ed was great! He really contributed to our church wedding and made the ceremony so special. The music sounded great. Thank you Ed!
Ed provided a great experience! Can't wait for our next event with Ed!
Edward was professional, timely and excellent all around. Thank you! Vince
Ed was an excellent communicator and learned all of the songs we requested perfectly. He even sent me a sample prior to my wedding which really put me at ease. My husband and I couldn’t be happier.
Our experience with Ed is a good one. We wanted to give our family a memorable Christmas Eve Carol. Ed understood the assignment and delivered. He was funny, took his time to explain the songs. He was the highlight of our memorable evening. I will hire him again and again.
The music provided by Edward was top notch. All our wedding guests enjoyed the violin selections immensely. He made our day a little extra special. He was professional, on time and talented. You can’t go wrong.
Edward was personable and very talented! The wedding guests were very pleased listening to him.
After our musician cancelled last minute for our wedding, Ed was a lifesaver! He was so accommodating, communicative, pleasant, and played beautifully! I’m glad our original musician didn’t work out because Ed was 10 times better! Thank you for helping to make our wedding special Ed!
Very good snd professional
Edward did an awesome job playing music for my daughter's wedding so relaxing to hear while my daughter walked down to the ocean front to meet her so to be husband and her awaiting guest. During the cocktail festivities he played it was refreshing and enjoyable while the guest mingled. Would highly recommend. Thank you Edward Bell.
Edward was excellent. We enjoyed his music and professionalism.
Ed is a class act. Communicated great at all times. Music was perfect and sounded excellent!!
Was a perfect accompaniment to our small wedding on the beach!
Thanks again Ed!! Cheers!!
Edward had perfect suggestions for music, played beautifully and was available for changes in our schedule. Much appreciated. The violin added such a great ambiance.
Mr.Bell is talented and polite. He was a class act. We appreciate his service!
Edward Bell is talented and very professional. My husband & I were very impressed with how great of a violinist he is. We hired Edward for our fall ceremony at the Dan’l Webster Inn in Sandwich, MA. Edward told us he could learn whatever songs we wanted to request, as long as he had time to learn. We provided five songs, he said he wasn’t familiar with and played them all beautifully come our wedding day. He allowed our ceremony to sound romantic and elegant. My wedding guests were impressed with his talent and requested his business card afterward. It was indeed a magical moment, due to Edward Bell being such a talented violinist.
Ed came through for a very important and meaningful event for my family. He did a great job and was super accommodating. Highly recommended! Thanks again, Ed!
Ed was a late hire for our beachside ceremony and learned our song in only a few days time. My groom cried! Highly
Recommend!
I hired Ed as a violinist to play two songs as a gift to my bride on our wedding day. He decided to play accompanied by music and the first song he started and stopped the music several times and at one point announced it was in the wrong key. During the second song the background music quit halfway through and he played on until the officiant at our wedding quietly tried to get our attention for a picture. At this point Ed stopped playing and said, "what ?"... He played us one other song that he chose and at this point and we just went with it, but he was beyond unprofessional! It was just the my bride and I with a JP on the beach, but I would't want this to happen to another couple. We stayed in the moment and had a laugh, but if I had guests there I would of been embarrassed and upset.
Response from Edward Bell - Violinist:
In response to this review, I will admit that there was a problem with the technology I was using. This hadn't happened when I rehearsed the music. For this, I am deeply sorry and apologize for what had occurred. In addition, I am offering to reimburse the client a full refund of the fee. I have always strived to go above and beyond for all of my clients' requests because the music gives so much life and meaning in so many ways to each of these special events in our lives.
Ed was fantastic everyone enjoyed his music will definitely use him again
Ed was great he exceeded our vision and made our wedding extra special. Our family members were raving how beautiful the service was at church. Many thanks!
Last minute, was willing to learn and play a new song, which was much appreciated. Price was very fair, and he was professional and great with communication and working with an indecisive couple.
Response from Edward Bell - Violinist:
Thank you so much for the review Laurel. It was my pleasure to play for your wedding. Congratulations!
Price Range: $300 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 150 minutes
Languages: English
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December 19, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
December 08, 2024 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
September 21, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 13, 2024 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 14, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
March 09, 2024 • 10:30am - 1:00pm | Birthday Party |
December 03, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
September 09, 2023 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 20, 2023 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 06, 2023 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
April 28, 2023 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
February 10, 2023 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
August 13, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 17, 2022 • 4:00pm - 6:30pm | House Party |
June 25, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 05, 2022 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 13, 2022 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Concert |
December 24, 2021 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Christmas Party |
October 27, 2021 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Virtual Event |
October 16, 2021 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 01, 2021 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 19, 2021 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 11, 2021 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
June 12, 2021 • 3:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 28, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 26, 2020 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 19, 2020 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 01, 2020 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 25, 2020 • 9:30am - 10:00am | Personal Occasion |
October 20, 2019 • 5:30pm - 6:15pm | Surprise |
September 22, 2019 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 06, 2018 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 08, 2018 • 2:30pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 09, 2018 • 6:30pm - 6:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 09, 2018 • 12:30pm - 2:30pm | Birthday Party |
October 07, 2017 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
February 17, 2017 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
November 03, 2016 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 22, 2016 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Anniversary Party |
September 10, 2016 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Engagement |
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