Zhenya PixieViolin Violinist from Washington, DC

An accomplished violinist with over 20 years of experience, Zhenya Zianouka always tunes to her clients' needs to ensure the top-quality service. Her flawless technique and expressive and exquisite style every time receive the highest appraisal from the audience. Zhenya Zianouka studied the violin and performed in Europe and the Unites States. She grew up among a family of dedicated musicians with her mother, a music teacher and conductor, and father, an accomplished composer and performer. Zhenya started playing the violin at an early age. She attended the Oginsky School of Music in Belarus, where she studied violin under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. Nina Dobrovolskaya. Aside from her excellence in violin, she also advanced in piano and music theory. During her studies, she participated in classical violin competitions and appeared on stage performing contemporary music on the electric violin. After her graduation, Zhenya was accepted into the prestigious Minsk State Linguistic University, where she was recognized for her scholastic talents and foreign language proficiency. Upon moving to the United States, Zhenya was awarded a scholarship to study Violin Performance with a well-known Professor from the Peabody Conservatory Mrs. RoseAnn Lester. Zhenya held the position of the Concert Master in the string ensemble and symphony orchestra at Hood College in Maryland, US. Her awards and acknowledgements include the prestigious Marie A. Markow Excellence in Music Prize and The Ardine and Phyllis Gorden Music Scholar Award. SERVICES OFFERED: SOLO ACOUSTIC VIOLIN Best suited for a surprise wedding proposal, a romantic dinner for two, small in house gatherings, elopements, wedding ceremonies up to 50 people. ACOUSTIC OR ELECTRIC VIOLIN WITH BACKING TRACKS State-of-the-art Bluetooth technology and battery operated wireless PA system is designed to amplify and bring the melodious craft to any location be it a forest or sea-side venue, a lavender field or a large banquet hall. Amplified violin with the backing tracks creates a richer sound and is suited for events of 50 guests or more. A wireless system used to amplify the violin allows the artist to walk around and entertain guests. WEDDING CEREMONY: 20 minutes of prelude music while guests are arriving and taking their seats Processional for close family members seating Processional for the bridesmaids and ring bearer and/or flower girl A piece during the ceremony (upon request) Recessional Postlude COCKTAIL HOUR or RECEPTION: 2 sets per hour 4 sets per 2 hours classical music or a mix of classical/popular/jazz/movie favorites/modern played on the amplified violin using PA system with or without backing tracks ONLINE PERFORMANCE Virtual performance is gaining its popularity. It allows to maintain social distance while saving on travel. Zoom or FaceTime are widely used. A sound check call will be done prior to the scheduled performance. Zhenya provides music performance for: Wedding Ceremonies Wedding Cocktail Hours Wedding Receptions Elopements Rehearsal Dinners Engagements Baby Showers Banquets Birthday Parties Bat Mitzvahs Christmas Parties Community Events Concerts Celebration of Life Corporate events Family Reunions Fundraisers Festivals Holiday Parties Picnics Open Houses Strolling Violinist Events Surprise music cards Tea Parties Audio/video Recording Sessions Award Ceremonies Anniversaries and more...