Ben Couper Electric Violinist A highly recommended electric violinist playing multiple genre of music

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Description Price
Wedding Ceremony including 30 mins prior for guests£350
Violin performance ceremony and drinks reception£475

About / Biography

Ben is a highly accomplished violinist with over 20 years in the profession. He has had the privelige to perform his own music to their majesties King Charles and Queen Camilla in 2013. He performs music for wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions, wedding breakfast and evening entertainment with his band The Shamrock Experience. Ben's ability to compose, improvise and play the electric violin with effects is a perfect option for the perfect occasion


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AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Bridlington, East Yorkshire

Will travel up to 90 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 90 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 25 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Amplifier
One power source required
Music equipment for violin
Range of PA equipment depending on size of venue


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes I provide sound equipment and lighting


What information do you require about a venue?

Space and location. Also access to the venue is important for parking abd unloading equipment


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

Between sets only not after the performance

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Performing for King Charles and Queen Camilla on the violin at Bridlington Priory


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

I have been influenced by many artists from my classical training and orchestral playing to pop, rock, dance, jazz and folk artists. I also love musicals and theatre too


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

I started my career on the violin from university in 2004 in quartets and band gigs. I have since done solo work for over a decade and played at events in the UK and abroad


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

All sorts of events from weddings to parties to formal events

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

I normally arrive 1.5 hours before the event and perform 2x 1 hour sets. This can be tailored to suit the occasion


Are you happy to perform outside?

I am very happy to play outside but I do require a power source so close to a venue is preferred


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

Yes, you have a meeting included in the package to discuss music choices for a ceremony only. There is a wide range of music to play for a drinks reception or party


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

This is feedback from a recent client for a wedding
'Ben was absolutely fantastic! From initial enquiry up until the event (and beyond) his communication was great, he always responded promptly and professionally. Ben is really passionate about music which shows when he is performing. He was flexible to our song requests and is a very talented musician! I would recommend Ben to anybody considering a live musician!'

Recent Clients

Ben Couper Electric Violinist has performed for these clients:

Sandburn Hall York

Lazaats Cottingham

The Highfield, Driffields

Oaklands Brandsburton

McGintys, Scarborough

Scarborough Spa

Venues

Ben Couper Electric Violinist has performed at these venues:

Scarborough Spa

Bridlington Spa

Churches across East Yorkshire

Sandburn Hall York

Aldwark Manor

The Highfield Driffield

The Oaklands Brandaburton

Beverley Minster

York Minster

Venues in Leeds, Halifax and Bradford

Venues in Lake District

Linlithgow Scotland

McGintys Scarborough

Rise Hall

Bridlington Priory

Little Wold Vineyard

International Performances

The Links Sewerby

Hull City Hall

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Recording Session

Burns Night

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Classical

Film / TV

Opera

Musical Theatre

1930s Music

1940s Music

1950s Music

1960s Music

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Folk

Bluegrass

Ceilidh

Folk Rock

Traditional English Folk

Traditional Irish Folk

Traditional Scottish Folk

Jazz

Blues

Dixieland / Ragtime

Latin Jazz

Country

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Disco

Funk

Hip Hop

Motown

R&B

Soul

Vintage

Rock

Britpop

Heavy Metal

Features:

Instrumental

PA / sound system included

PAT tested

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