Perfect for weddings, cocktail parties, or other events where you need classical music. If you need an ensemble including a violin (i.e string quartet) let me know with a little extra notice.
Robbie performed at our banquet. He is a talented violinist and we received so many compliments on his playing. He is professional and we would hire him again for any event.
Response from Robbie Herbst - Violinist:
Thank you so much, Amanda! It was my pleasure to play for your congregation this week. You all were so welcoming and kind, and I really appreciate it.
Robbie, the violinist, who graced our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour was truly exceptional. Their rendition of the "Jurassic Park" theme was breathtaking and unforgettable, adding a touch of magic to our special day.
From classical classics to contemporary favorites, their diverse repertoire was flawlessly executed. Their professionalism and ability to enhance the atmosphere were outstanding.
In addition to their musical talent, the Robbie's warm and accommodating nature made the experience stress-free. We highly recommend them for any special occasion. Thank you for making our wedding day extraordinary!
Response from Robbie Herbst - Violinist:
Thank you so much for you kind words, Elizabeth! It was my pleasure to be part of your beautiful ceremony, and I wish you all the best!
Robert was a joy to listen to and talk to.
What a great companion
I will be recommending this service to my sister, who is also having her wedding in just a few months.
My great grandmother (Betty Sr.) was super impressed with Robbie and could not stop talking about his beautiful rendition of "Despacito"
Could not be happier, I love life
We booked Robbie to play for a work event /fancy dinner party we hosted at our home. We asked if he could bring a quartet, and he did. The music was the hit of the night! We appreciated Robbie's professional communications beforehand. All the musicians were punctual, friendly, and talented. Robbie led the quartet, and the music was beautiful. Many of the guests commented on how the music made the party so elegant. The neighbors were also very delighted with the music, and two even asked for the name of the musician. I can't recommend Robbie highly enough. We really loved him. He also accommodated guests by taking requests for songs -- they asked everything from classical to rock classics to current hits. He's a real gem! He's fun to chat with too!
I’m not sure if the songs we selected were too hard, but if so I wish the musician would have told us so we could change to something he was more familiar with. There were some parts where there was zero music (as I was walking down the aisle so awkward) and then he would start back. It didn’t flow at all, and overall we were very unhappy and embarrassed at how the music went. We wish we would have just played our own music on a stereo. We will not be recommending or using this service again.
Response from Robbie Herbst - Violinist:
Hi Rachael,
I'm sorry that you were disappointed in my services. Maybe I should have been more clear; when a client requests pop songs, I don't take it upon myself to judge the wisdom of their decision. Some tunes sound better than others on solo violin, not necessarily because of their difficulty, but just because they are designed for a band or singer. These were songs that I had to spend extra time transcribing myself, since some of them did not have music available for purchase (perhaps for that same reason). I would have also hoped that you appreciated the extra 30 minutes of music I played beyond what I was requested to do because the ceremony was running late. When it did begin, I didn't receive any of the cues I was told I would have from the wedding planner. I would like to stress this point: as a rule, it is the wedding planner's responsibility to coordinate the timing of various events in the ceremony. That expectation can't be levied against the musicians once they've begun performing.
I really felt awful when you started walking down the aisle before I had changed to your song, but you have to understand that my options in that situation are limited. Unfortunately, I do have to put my violin down to change the music. I hope the rest of your wedding day was a success!
Robbie made out ceremony magical. He was prompt and his music selections amazing. I had so many people come up to us during the wedding and say how much they enjoyed his music.
Book Robbie for your wedding!!! He did an amazing job! Everyone commented on how beautiful the music sounded. If you want a great and professional violinist, look no further!
Robbie is just terrific! He was professional, polite, and respectful. He has lots of charisma too. He's well-dressed and was such a pleasant addition to our party. His violin playing is GREAT! He's versatile and musical and we hope to hire him at Christmas for my husband's business party.
I booked Robbie for my wedding on June 2, 2017. He was absolutely amazing!!!!
Robbie is very professional and reliable! He traveled through a snow storm, and still arrived on time and ready for our vow renewal. Robbie is easy and a joy to work with! He is personable and respectful. Robbie plays the violin with such precision and grace. Our event turned out fantastic. We enjoyed listening to Robbie play the violin and his wonderful presence. We were so blessed to be able to book him for our 25th Wedding Anniversary Vow Renewal! Everyone in attendance marveled in how excellent Robbie played the violin! We will be sharing with all our colleagues, friends and family how terrific he is! If you are seeking the Best Violinist in the Twin-Cities, look no further Robbie Herbst is your Violinist!
We worth every dollar. He has such great talent and provided memories for us that will last forever.
Robbie played at our wedding in St. Cloud, MN. He showed up on time and played during the ceremony and a cocktail hour. The guests and we were very pleased with his performance and effort. I would certainly recommend Robbie to anyone looking for a violinist for a wedding.
Robbie is an amazing musician. His skill at the violin is exceptional. He was able to play with grace and versatility and a sweet musicality at our party. He is funny and nice too and made a great impression on us all. He showed up a little early and went above and beyond what we had expected in terms of his ability and his professionalism. We would definitely hire him again.
Price Range: $75-$250
You can expect me to show up on time with a prepared set of tasteful repertoire that ranges from tender to flashy to romantic. I am happy to prepare additional pieces per your request, but please be mindful that it takes time to have music ready at a performance caliber and my rates reflect that.
Robbie Herbst is a classically trained violinist with degrees from Dartmouth College (BA Music and History) and CU Boulder (MM Violin Performance, AD Orchestra Studies). Starting at the age of 5, Robbie grew up studying the Suzuki method in Denver. In Chicago, he performs with a number of orchestras, including the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. Though his bread and butter are weddings and cocktails parties, his penchant for street performing makes him a versatile and unflappable performer. He is particular fond of the music of Bach, Prokofiev, Vulfpeck, and the Beatles.
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| September 09, 2023 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| February 08, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Dinner Party |
| September 22, 2019 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
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| November 19, 2016 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| September 24, 2016 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
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