Elias Schwartzman is an Washington DC-based freelance violinist, violist and mandolinist with years of performing experience. With a repertoire both broad and deep ranging from Baroque to Celtic to bluegrass to pop, he has a style to match any occasion. A musician since 5 years of age, he has studied with prominent violinists coast to coast and graduated from Oberlin College. A native Washingtonian, he performs solo as well as in collaboration with various local artists ranging from duo to full symphonic orchestra and across many genres.
Elias was a tremendous asset to my niece's wedding! She had some unusual song choices, but Elias happily took on the challenge and brought his beautiful violin playing to the ceremony. It was a great success. Thank you, Elias!
I'm grateful for Elias. He was hired within 24hrs, and showed up dressed and covered the Playlist without hesitation. Highly recommended
Elias played the ceremony music for our wedding. He was easy to work with, communicated well and added the perfect touch to our wedding day. Highly recommend!
Elias is one of the most talented and professional instrumentalist I’ve worked with in a while. As an a bass player, I’ve worked with all kinds of musicians and I can confidently say Elias over delivered during event. I hired him to play when I proposed to my girlfriend (now fiancé) and he over delivered and surpassed all my expectations. I would definitely recommend him for any of your events. Guys, if you plan on proposing any time soon, you need Elias to play the violin at your proposal. Your partner will absolutely love it!!!!
Music was lovely and well timed. Elias played beautifully. Would absolutely book him again!
Elias was a great addition to our event. He is super easy to work with, and played a variety of songs that set the mood for our Grand Opening. I will definitely be hiring him again.
It was a pleasure having Elias & colleague play for our corporate event. They did a great job and were perfect for our theme.
Elias was wonderful! Not only did he make the planning process easy, he happily worked with us to prepare music for our Maypole Dance, and to provide musical accompaniment for our choir later that evening. He helped our team with a last-minute on-site amplification need, and did it all with grace and a very pleasant demeanor. I'd work with him again in an instant, and would happily recommend him to anyone seeking a professional performer with a wide variety of instrumental skills and music styles in his repertoire.
I would definitely use Elias services again!
Elias was a terrific communicator--he acted as coordinator to round up a string quintet for my event and also violinist of course. They were all rehearsed and ready to go, showed up on time, and played beautifully. I would definitely hire again!
He really completed the vision I had for our wedding reception …. Incredible musician. Can’t wait to have him play for us again!
I wanted festive background music for an end-of-year informal resident appreciation event in our Club Room. Elias delivered perfectly with a balance of upbeat fiddling and classic holiday interpretations. He smoothly transitioned to each piece and was very well received. His talent was a superb compliment to our event.
I had Elias play at at my proposal, which was a very coordinated event, with many times lines and custom request for music, with only a 2 day notice. He was OUTSTANDING and made this day so special. 11/10 recommendation!
Absolutely beautiful music and very easy going musician. We enjoyed every minute and his rendition of the parting glass moved us. Thank you for your presence Elias! You made the party!
Elias was absolutely phenomenal. He sent me video after video of practice runs for our wedding songs. He responded quickly to everything was open to any changes I wanted and always seemed so enthusiastic and like he was really anticipating my wedding. Everyone complemented how well he played. He made our wedding day so special!!! If you're looking for a violinist he is the ONE!
Elias was very personable and professional. His musical ability was superb and he accommodated our requests for music. Very talented musician.
Had a great experience working with Elias and booking through Gig Salad- he did a great job performing at our event and I would definitely use again in the future!
Elias was absolutely amazing for the surprise proposal of my (now) fiancé. He was very communicative and professional throughout the planning and execution process. Having him there was the icing on the cake and my fiancé appreciated it. Highly recommend!
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Previous booking cancelled. Elias came to the rescue, and did a Great Job!
Elias was a wonderful addition to our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. He is gracious, accommodating and a wonderful musician. I highly recommend him!
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Elias was more than we could have asked for! He made our day so much more specially with his talent!! Would book again in a heartbeat
We had Elias play for our daughters quinceañera and he was amazing! He absolutely made our night, and it wouldn’t have been the same without him. He even played her favorite Harry Styles song. Thank you!!
You did an amazing job we love the music highly recommend
Thank you so much for making my day absolutely amazing. You took my vision and made it your own special masterpiece. If there was a piece of the wedding that couldn’t be replaced or changed it’s definitely you!!! Thank you for playing my partners father song so beautifully. Her entire family cried all weekend!!! Him not being with us was hard. But you played with his energy!!! You changed our day from perfect to breath taking!!! You are a must have!!!!!! Don’t look any further he is your must have violinist!!!!
Elias, thanks again for making it out to the Blossom Festival at Albemarle CiderWorks. The Blossom made the experience visually beautiful, but the music you provided created an atmosphere that our guests will be hard-pressed to forget! Absolutely perfect!. I appreciate your flexibility throughout the day and the highest level of professionalism, talent, and intuition you exemplified. We hope to work with you again soon!
Elias was fantastic: great musicianship and very easy to work with.
Elias played at my weeding preselected songs on short notice. He mastered song choices and made my event special. I highly recommend him for any event, his punctual and professional.
Elisa did a great job and really created a wonderful atmosphere for my event. Our communication was very great. He was very professional.
Elias was great - he was on time, ready to go, very kind, & easy to work with! Highly recommend for any events you are considering!
He was here on time and set ready to go by our start time. The residents really enjoyed him playing around in the dining room area during their Easter Brunch meal. We are so happy he was able to attend our event and provide such wonderful entertainment.
Very professional punctional and engaged with our families and residents. Would definitely use again
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