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Matthew Tsalidis - Violinist

5  ( 15 reviews ) · - Illawarra, Wollongong, South Coast, Southern Highlands NSW. (View Map) · Show Phone
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OVERVIEW

Matthew Tsalidis is a skilled solo violinist servicing the Illawarra region & its surrounds, including Wollongong, the Southern Highlands, Camden, and the South Coast.

Having honed his craft at the esteemed Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Matthew's mesmerising performances evoke a symphony of emotions, creating serene wedding moments leaving you and your guests spellbound.

If you're on the hunt for enchanting wedding melodies to accompany your big day, expect nothing less than a captivating and refined performance from this solo violinist.

Matthew commands an impressive and extensive repertoire of music spanning classical, pop, film scores, Celtic, Disney, musical theatre and more, with each composition accompanied by a professionally arranged backing track, omitting vocals to ensure an unblemished violin serenade for you and your cherished guests.

Matthew can accompany your wedding ceremony, cocktail and canapé hour, and even your first dance.

 

What you'll love about working with Matthew Tsalidis - Solo Violinist for your wedding ...

  • Wide Repertoire: Matthew's extensive repertoire caters to a wide range of musical preferences, allowing you to curate the perfect ambience for your wedding day - whether you desire a timeless classical melody or a contemporary chart-topper, Matthew's versatility won't disappoint! 
  • Sophisticated Ambience: Matthew's performances create an atmosphere of refined elegance, enveloping your wedding venue with enchanting melodies - the ethereal notes of his violin mingle seamlessly with the surroundings, adding a touch of sophistication and grandeur to your celebration.
  • Experienced Performer: With years of experience in captivating audiences, Matthew possesses the expertise and professionalism necessary to deliver a flawless performance - his mastery of the violin ensures a seamless and compelling musical experience, providing the live soundtrack to your wedding day.

 

Highlights of working with Matthew Tsalidis - Solo Violinist

  • 10+ years serenading weddings by strings
  • Captivating melodies on the violin
  • Commands a vast repertoire of music
  • Undeniable expertise across a refined artform 
  • Bespoke packages tailored to suit your music preferences
  • Sophisticated attire to blend with your wedding aesthetic

About

Shakespeare once said, "if music be the food of love, play on." Curating the live soundtrack to your wedding is essential in setting the tone and mood of your special day. The ultimate celebration of love requires the ultimate playlist, and by strings, it's my absolute pleasure to deliver you just this.

Matthew Tsalidis

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Matthew Tsalidis - Solo Violinist services exclusively the Illawarra, including Wollongong, the South Coast, & Southern Highlands NSW region.

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Service Area - Illawarra, Wollongong, South Coast, Southern Highlands NSW.

- Illawarra, Wollongong, South Coast, Southern Highlands NSW.
- Illawarra, Wollongong, South Coast, Southern Highlands NSW.

FAQ

My base rate (flat fee) starts at $1,000.00 (this fee is indicated on the Easy Weddings directory also).

See my website for full details: 

matthewtsalidis.com.au/weddings

Yes! 

See my website for full details:

matthewtsalidis.com.au/weddings

PRE-CEREMONY

I'll commence serenading your cherished guests as they arrive, thus setting the tone and mood of your ceremony to follow.

CEREMONY

Your ceremony has 3 key moments which require your specified selections of music.

1. Processional

2. Signing

3. Recessional

COCKTAIL & CANAPÉ HOUR 

Cocktail and canape set-lists can be arranged following your ceremony (this option is at an additional charge to the above).

RECEPTION 

Reception entertainment can be arranged at at additional charge.

FIRST DANCE

A bespoke option for couples wanting their first dance song to be played live (this option is also at an additional charge to the above).

All genres!

Just like wedding dresses, suits, flowers, invites, venues, and table arrangements, so too is the music - nuanced and varied.

My repertoire is extensive, spanning the lyricism of classical music, chart-topping pop songs, iconic film scores, and beyond.

No power point? No problem!

My portable amplifier is battery operated, and when fully charged, will easily see you through your booking.

This is especially applicable to outdoor weddings where power points mightn't be near or available.

Most definitely!

Selections are best made in advance and prior to the date of your wedding.

This ensures your bespoke playlist is prepared to the highest of live performance standards.

Yes, absolutely!

However, a contingency plan is advised in light of such occurences pertaining to weather including (but not limited to) rain and the like.

I will liaise with you as to what contingency plan you have in place should your wedding be outdoors.

Of course!

Simply send me a message via the Easy Weddings form and I'll happily email you some samples.


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Couples consistently describe Matthew as an easy, reliable choice for wedding violin—someone whose polished talent immediately lifts the atmosphere. From the planning stage, communication is prompt and friendly, with helpful samples, thoughtful guidance on song selection, and clear coordination so timing, tempo, and volume land exactly as requested. On the day, guests repeatedly comment on how beautiful, emotional, and standout the live music is, from the aisle moment to ceremony and even canapé hour. Overall, the recurring themes are professionalism, organisation, and a heartfelt, seamless experience that makes the day feel truly unforgettable.

October 2026

Our choice for violinist was simple. We had heard incredible things about Matthew’s skill to play the violin through multiple different people who had witnessed his performances on a larger scale performing for world renowned artists and shows along with snippets of his work on social media. Matthew opened our ceremony with curated songs pure instrumental. We selected the songs special to us. We requested the volume to be loud and clear and it definitely was. The violin and Matthew’s services set the tone for emotional and heart felt ceremony. The communication in the build up to the wedding was seamless. We could not thank, or recommend Matthew enough for the service he provided and for being easy to work with. Thank you for playing for our wedding on the 26/09/26

Michali T.

July 2026

Matthew is organised, responsive, and incredibly professional. He took our song choices and built them in so our wedding ceremony ran seamlessly. Every detail was handled with care, which meant we could relax knowing we were in excellent hands. Thank you Matthew!

Meg

March 2026

Matthew was amazing and such a highlight for our wedding ceremony. He played beautifully and nailed everything I asked for in the brief. The timing and tempo of the songs were all exactly what I asked for and made the moment so special. I cannot thank you enough Matthew, you truely are so talented. Would recommend to everyone wanting to make their ceremony extra special!

Ella R.

October 2026

We loved Matthew!! He was incredibly easy to work with, communicated clearly and was very reliable. He is a kind soul and was really helpful throughout our planning process - answering all our questions in a timely manner. On our wedding day, he was punctual and prepared, we didn't have to worry about a thing! He played so beautifully, his music was perfect for our wedding at Growwild where he covered our ceremony and our cocktail hour. Soo many of our guests specifically came up to us to mention how amazing Matthew was! If you are looking for a stress-free, reliable, talented and wonderful artist to perform at your wedding, look no further than Matthew! Thank you so much!!

Gabrielle H.

March 2026

Matthew was absolutely INCREDIBLE for our ceremony and canapé hour. His communication prior to the wedding was prompt, friendly and very helpful. He provided music samples and worked with us to plan exactly what we wanted. On the day his performance was 11/10. The ceremony selections had perfect timing and every guest commented on how incredible he was. Music selection was contemporary and uplifting. I could not recommend Matthew more, I am so pleased that Matthew was able to be apart of our day.

Lauren V.


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