Sammy Violin International Electric Violinist

Based in Canada

Toronto, Ontario
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Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Travel
up to 12500 miles
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Price Guide

Available to book from POA. For an accurate quote please make an enquiry.

About / Biography

Sammy Violin — Toronto’s 4th Generation Celebrity Violinist

Often referred to as the “Master of the Violin,” Sammy Violin is a fourth-generation celebrity violinist based in Toronto, Canada, known for his distinctive blend of Eastern and Western musical influences, virtuosic technique, modern performance style, and charismatic stage presence.

As a professional Toronto violinist, electric violinist, and modern violin performer, Sammy has developed a signature sound that brings together classical violin tradition with contemporary music, international influences, and high-energy live performance. His repertoire and performance style span Arabic, Middle Eastern, Turkish, Persian, Greek, Balkan, Italian, Bollywood, Pop, R&B, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Spanish, and Top 40 music, allowing him to create a highly versatile musical experience for audiences across a wide range of cultures and occasions.

With decades of professional experience, Sammy Violin has performed for weddings, private events, corporate events, concerts, luxury celebrations, gala evenings, and international entertainment productions throughout North America and abroad.

A Fourth-Generation Violinist

Sammy Violin was introduced to the violin at the age of four. Born into a family deeply rooted in music, he received his first violin from his parents, both accomplished violin and vocal professionals.

By the age of 12, Sammy had developed a serious commitment to the instrument. His father became not only his beloved teacher and mentor, but also one of the most important influences in his musical development. This early foundation in traditional violin technique eventually became the basis for Sammy’s contemporary approach to performance.

At just 14 years old, Sammy began attracting national attention and performing in concerts and musical productions on both national and international platforms. His early exposure to different musical traditions helped shape the multicultural performance style that would later become one of his defining characteristics.

Today, Sammy brings that fourth-generation musical heritage together with a distinctly modern approach to the violin.

The Modern Fiddler

Sammy Violin has earned the distinctive title “Modern Fiddler” through his ability to take the violin beyond traditional concert settings.

His performances combine technical precision, expressive tone, stage charisma, and contemporary musicality. Whether performing an elegant acoustic violin arrangement during a wedding ceremony, creating an atmospheric cocktail-hour experience, or bringing an energetic electric violin show to a packed dance floor, Sammy adapts the instrument to the atmosphere and audience.

His musical philosophy is rooted in curiosity and versatility. Rather than limiting the violin to one genre or cultural tradition, Sammy explores the instrument as a universal form of musical expression.

The result is a performance style that can move seamlessly between classical-inspired arrangements, contemporary pop, international music, romantic wedding repertoire, Middle Eastern melodies, high-energy dance music, and modern electronic violin performance.

Toronto Violinist for Weddings, Corporate Events and Private Celebrations

Based in Toronto, Sammy Violin performs throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Ontario, Montreal, Quebec, and destinations across North America.

As a sought-after wedding violinist in Toronto, he performs for a variety of wedding moments, including:

  • Wedding ceremonies
  • Cocktail hours
  • Grand entrances
  • First dances
  • Parent dances
  • Dinner performances
  • Cake-cutting moments
  • Dance-floor performances
  • Private wedding celebrations
  • Full-evening wedding entertainment

His performance can range from refined and romantic acoustic violin to a visually striking LED electric violin show, depending on the style and atmosphere of the event.

Beyond weddings, Sammy is also an experienced corporate event violinist and private event violinist, performing for corporate celebrations, gala dinners, luxury events, private parties, cultural celebrations, product launches, and special occasions.

His ability to perform across multiple musical styles makes him particularly suited to multicultural events where guests may have different musical backgrounds and preferences.

International Performance Experience

As a featured solo violinist, Sammy has toured and performed throughout Europe, the Middle East, and North America, collaborating with established singers, DJs, producers, musicians, and entertainment professionals.

His international performance experience has taken him into diverse musical environments, from traditional and culturally rooted productions to contemporary entertainment shows.

Over the course of his career, Sammy has also collaborated with prominent artists and participated in a wide range of recording and production projects. He has contributed violin performances to more than 40 albums, reflecting the breadth of his experience as both a live performer and recording musician.

His work extends beyond performing. Sammy has also served as a music director and musical collaborator for prominent artists and productions in major entertainment markets including Toronto, Miami, New York, and Los Angeles.

Eastern and Western Musical Influences

One of the defining characteristics of Sammy Violin’s artistry is the natural connection between Eastern and Western music.

Growing up within a multicultural musical environment and performing internationally exposed Sammy to a wide range of musical traditions. His repertoire incorporates influences from the Middle East, Turkey, the Balkans, Europe, North America, and South Asia, while maintaining the technical foundation of the violin.

This combination allows Sammy to create performances that feel both familiar and unexpected—traditional enough to retain the emotional character of the violin, yet contemporary enough to connect with modern audiences.

His multicultural repertoire includes Arabic and Middle Eastern music, Turkish music, Persian music, Greek music, Balkan music, Italian music, Bollywood, Spanish music, Pop, Jazz, R&B, Hip-Hop, Top 40, and contemporary international music.

Acoustic and Electric Violin Performance

Sammy Violin performs with both acoustic violin and electric violin, allowing him to create different musical experiences depending on the setting.

His acoustic performances are particularly suited to intimate environments, wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, dinner performances, and elegant private events where a sophisticated live violin sound is desired.

His electric violin performances bring a more contemporary visual and musical dimension to events. Combined with modern arrangements and an energetic stage presence, the electric violin can become a central feature of the entertainment experience.

This versatility has helped establish Sammy as a modern electric violinist in Toronto while maintaining the musical discipline and artistry associated with traditional violin performance.

A Career Built Around the Violin

For Sammy Violin, the violin is more than an instrument—it is the foundation of a lifelong musical journey.

From receiving his first violin at the age of four to performing internationally, recording on more than 40 albums, collaborating with professional artists, and appearing at events throughout North America, his career has been shaped by a continuous pursuit of musical development.

His approach combines the discipline of a fourth-generation violin tradition with the freedom of a contemporary performer.

That balance—between tradition and innovation, East and West, acoustic and electric, classical technique and modern entertainment—is at the heart of the Sammy Violin experience.

Today, Sammy continues to perform for audiences throughout Toronto, the GTA, Montreal, Quebec, and across North America, bringing his signature combination of virtuosity, expressive tone, international musical influences, modern violin performance, and charismatic stage presence to every event.

Known to many as the “Master of the Violin” and the “Modern Fiddler,” Sammy Violin continues to redefine what a contemporary violin performance can be.

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Location

Based in Canada

Toronto, Ontario
Travels worldwide
pink circle = free travel (up to 45 miles)

Song list

Can't Help Falling in Love β€” Elvis Presley

A Thousand Years β€” Christina Perri

Perfect β€” Ed Sheeran

All of Me β€” John Legend

At Last β€” Etta James

Thinking Out Loud β€” Ed Sheeran

You Are the Reason β€” Calum Scott

Make You Feel My Love β€” Adele

Turning Page β€” Sleeping At Last

Enchanted β€” Taylor Swift

Lover β€” Taylor Swift

Wildest Dreams β€” Taylor Swift

Until I Found You β€” Stephen Sanchez

Say You Won't Let Go β€” James Arthur

I Get to Love You β€” Ruelle

From This Moment On β€” Shania Twain

I Don't Want to Miss a Thing β€” Aerosmith

All My Life β€” K-Ci & JoJo

Iris β€” Goo Goo Dolls

Unchained Melody β€” The Righteous Brothers

Modern Pop / Crossover

21. As It Was β€” Harry Styles

22. Adore You β€” Harry Styles

23. Golden β€” Harry Styles

24. Die With A Smile β€” Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars

25. A Sky Full of Stars β€” Coldplay

26. Yellow β€” Coldplay

27. Viva La Vida β€” Coldplay

28. The Scientist β€” Coldplay

29. Someone You Loved β€” Lewis Capaldi

30. Before You Go β€” Lewis Capaldi

31. Beautiful Things β€” Benson Boone

32. Ordinary β€” Alex Warren

33. Until I Found You β€” Stephen Sanchez

34. Love Story β€” Taylor Swift

35. You Belong With Me β€” Taylor Swift

36. Style β€” Taylor Swift

37. Anti-Hero β€” Taylor Swift

38. Cruel Summer β€” Taylor Swift

39. Shallow β€” Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper

40. Always Remember Us This Way β€” Lady Gaga

R&B / Soul

41. Best Part β€” Daniel Caesar ft. H.E.R.

42. Ordinary People β€” John Legend

43. Stay With Me β€” Sam Smith

44. I'm Not the Only One β€” Sam Smith

45. Earned It β€” The Weeknd

46. Die For You β€” The Weeknd

47. All of Me β€” John Legend

48. Let's Stay Together β€” Al Green

49. Isn't She Lovely β€” Stevie Wonder

50. Signed, Sealed, Delivered β€” Stevie Wonder

51. Stand by Me β€” Ben E. King

52. If I Ain't Got You β€” Alicia Keys

53. No One β€” Alicia Keys

54. Love on Top β€” BeyoncΓ©

55. Halo β€” BeyoncΓ©

Upbeat / Party Violin

56. Marry You β€” Bruno Mars

57. Treasure β€” Bruno Mars

58. Uptown Funk β€” Bruno Mars

59. Just the Way You Are β€” Bruno Mars

60. September β€” Earth, Wind & Fire

61. Dancing Queen β€” ABBA

62. Mamma Mia β€” ABBA

63. Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! β€” ABBA

64. I Wanna Dance with Somebody β€” Whitney Houston

65. Don't Stop Me Now β€” Queen

66. Crazy in Love β€” BeyoncΓ©

67. Levitating β€” Dua Lipa

68. Don't Start Now β€” Dua Lipa

69. Blinding Lights β€” The Weeknd

70. As It Was β€” Harry Styles

80s / 90s / 2000s

71. Every Breath You Take β€” The Police

72. Africa β€” Toto

73. Careless Whisper β€” George Michael

74. Time After Time β€” Cyndi Lauper

75. Take on Me β€” a-ha

76. Everybody Wants to Rule the World β€” Tears for Fears

77. The Power of Love β€” Celine Dion

78. My Heart Will Go On β€” Celine Dion

79. I Want It That Way β€” Backstreet Boys

80. A Moment Like This β€” Kelly Clarkson

81. This Will Be β€” Natalie Cole

82. You're Still the One β€” Shania Twain

83. Wherever You Will Go β€” The Calling

84. Chasing Cars β€” Snow Patrol

85. The Reason β€” Hoobastank

Cinematic / Epic

86. Interstellar Main Theme β€” Hans Zimmer

87. Game of Thrones Theme β€” Ramin Djawadi

88. My Heart Will Go On β€” Titanic

89. A Million Dreams β€” The Greatest Showman

90. City of Stars β€” La La Land

91. Rewrite the Stars β€” The Greatest Showman

92. Now We Are Free β€” Gladiator

93. Concerning Hobbits β€” The Lord of the Rings

94. He's a Pirate β€” Pirates of the Caribbean

95. Can You Feel the Love Tonight β€” Elton John

Classical / Timeless

96. Canon in D β€” Pachelbel

97. Ave Maria β€” Schubert

98. Clair de Lune β€” Debussy

99. The Swan β€” Saint-SaΓ«ns

100. Air β€” Bach

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

The Tech Rider is customized for each individual event based on the specific venue details and logistics, number of attendees, performance requirements, and show format, as every event is unique.


What information do you require about a venue?

Room size, number of attendees, power supply, layout


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes, we do provide AV services for an additional charge.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Spotify Background Music in between Sets

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever worked at?

I was honoured to perform at the Toronto Raptors’ Season Opener at Scotiabank Arena


What's your favourite type of event?

Weddings, Private and Corporate Events


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I started performing at weddings and events in 2004, working alongside highly experienced musicians, performers, and entertainers from around the world.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Itzhak Perlman β€” One of the most celebrated classical violinists of all time.
Joshua Bell β€” Grammy-winning virtuoso known worldwide for his concert performances and crossover work.
AndrΓ© Rieu β€” Perhaps the most recognizable violinist in mainstream entertainment, with massive international audiences.
NiccolΓ² Paganini β€” The legendary 19th-century virtuoso who fundamentally shaped the image of the modern violin virtuoso.
Vanessa-Mae β€” Globally famous for bringing classical violin into pop/electronic crossover.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

My performance booking windows start at a minimum of 2 hours for the GTA events.


Are you happy to perform outside?

I do perform at outdoor events, provided that the performance area is fully sheltered and protected from rain and other weather conditions.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

Yes, I accept song requests and can customize the repertoire based on the client’s musical preferences and event requirements.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

My performances are described as super classy, high-energy, engaging, and interactive, creating an exciting experience while keeping the atmosphere elegant and sophisticated.


How Long are the Dinner Show sets?

The standard dinner show sets are 2X25 mins in the middle of dance floor.

Recent Clients

Sammy Violin has performed for these clients:

TD Bank, Manulife Insurance,

Venues

Sammy Violin has performed at these venues:

Arlington Estate, Casa Loma, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, The Ritz Carlton Montreal

More Info

Event types

Wedding

Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Recording Session

Cruise

Virtual Event

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Burns Night

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres

Classical

1960s Music

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Jazz

Blues

Gypsy Jazz

Latin Jazz

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Disco

Funk

Hip Hop

R&B

Soul

World Music

African Music

Arabic Music

Bollywood

Caribbean

Cuban

Flamenco

French Music

Greek Music

Indian Music

Italian Music

Jewish / Klezmer

Latin

Mariachi

Reggae

Russian Music

Salsa

Samba

Spanish Music

Tango

Features

Instrumental

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