I'm Erica - your Queenstown event violinist
From weddings and elopements to ceilidhs, proposals, and special occasions, I offer professional violin performance with heart and soul. With roots in traditional Scottish fiddle and years of classical training, my playing style blends elegance and warmth. Based in Queenstown and available across Otago and beyond.
Experience:
20+ years performing.
Accompanist & session musician for special projects.
Recorded for albums.
Experience playing in small string groups, bands, orchestras and trad folk groups.
A Queenstown violinist for every occasion
Event Types
Weddings & elopements
Corporate events
Proposals
Ceilidhs & special celebrations
Community events
Background music for gatherings
Music Styles
Celtic / Scottish folk
Classical
Contemporary pop covers - think Bridgerton-style!
Custom playlists available
Available in Queenstown, Glenorchy, Central Otago & Southland (travel fees may apply)
Where I've performed
From mountain peaks to wedding aisles, I’ve had the privilege of playing at events big and small across Queenstown and beyond.
NZ Open Golf Tournament
LUMA Queenstown
Synthony at Coronet Peak
Pub residencies: Pog Mahones, Fork & Tap, The Irishman
Session recordings & album features
'Canvas to Composition' project at Te Atamira.
"There's a handful of people that I've met in my life that are made of music..."
"...Erica's made of music. The finest of fiddlers; an incredible ear; a knack for composition and arranging; happy to support others and happy to shine out front as well; and she's a generous and inspiring teacher of music, too. She's like a jigs-and-reels sherpa. Yes, there's fantastic musicians here, there and yonder, but Erica's gifts go beyond playing notes in a pleasing way. She absorbs music, really gives it proper attention and she expresses it in her own way. "
- Barry
Book a violinist for your event
I'm available for weddings, special events, and more. Here’s how to book me for your event or special moment.
1.
Fill out the enquiry form below with your event details
2.
I’ll be in touch to confirm availability and pricing
3.
Lock in the date, share your musical preferences, and leave the rest to me
Performance Enquiry Form
If you're interested in live violin for your special event, I’d love to hear from you. Please fill out the form below and I’ll be in touch as soon as possible. If you are unsure on what is best for your event simply contact me and I'll do my best to help out.
Erica Hastie - Music Teacher & Musician
“Inspiring a life-long love of music in a warm and nurturing environment."
