Solo Violin or Viola music based on the venue, type of event and type of sound you are looking for.
I am a classically trained musician but I do perform other genres based on request.
If you are looking for any specific ensemble (Duo, Quartet & ...) most likely I can arrange it with prior notice.
Nickray really knows music and was an asset to the group of musicians I hired for my wedding. Professional. He made my beautiful.
Response from Violinist/Violist:
Thank you Gillian for your nice words. It was a pleasure to be there and play at the ceremony. Congratulations and best wishes 🌻
Thank you for doing a phenomenal job at my sisters wedding! From start to finish you are a true talent and did an outstanding job. Book him for all your events, he is a true vet at what he is doing and make your events very special!
Thank you so much!!!!!
Response from Violinist/Violist:
Thank you for your nice words. It was a pleasure to perform at Asia's wedding.
Wish you all the best.
The violinist played a key role in our celebration. Very nice, and played beautifully. Highly recommended.
Response from Violinist/Violist:
Thank you for your kind words. It was my pleasure to play at your occasion.
Best wishes,
Nikray
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 10 - 150 minutes
Unions: AFM
Iranian born Violinist and Violist Nikray Kowsar began his violin lessons at the age of 11.
Nikray earned his BM and MM degrees with honors in Violin and Viola performance at the
Yerevan State Conservatory in Armenia, class of Alexander Kosemyan. In 2015 he moved to
Pittsburgh, PA to continue his studies with David Harding at Carnegie Mellon University on a
full scholarship (AMS Certificate Program). Currently he is a student of Artist Diploma
Program at The Glenn Gould School of The Royal Conservatory in Toronto, Class of Steven
Dann.
He has served as the Concertmaster of Diba Chamber Orchestra and Principal Second
Violin of The Great Pars Orchestra in his hometown Shiraz, Iran. During his time in Armenia,
he has served as Violin section of State Youth Orchestra of Armenia and shortly after
switching to Viola, he won a position at the Armenian National Opera and Ballet Theatre
Orchestra. In Pennsylvania, he has collaborated with Erie Philharmonic, Butler County,
Washington County, Pittsburgh Civic and Westmoreland Symphony Orchestras. During the
past season he has also collaborated with Quantum Theatre, CMU Baroque and Chatham
Baroque ensembles in Pittsburgh.
As a pedagog, he has taught students in different age groups and levels in Middle east,
Eastern Europe, United States and recently in Toronto, ON. His teaching method is based
on The Russian School of Violin Playing.
| November 18, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Personal Occasion |
| October 21, 2023 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| February 18, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| July 23, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| August 22, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| June 05, 2021 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Personal Occasion |
| December 01, 2018 • 11:00am - 2:00pm | Baby Shower |
| November 30, 2018 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
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