Kate Violin

» Profile

Kates love and passion for the violin began at the age of six when she first heard the extraordinary work of Vanessa Mae, this inspired her to go on to train in the violin herself. She graduated from a secondary school in Poland which specialised in music with an overall grade of distinction. On completion she relocated to the UK where she received two scholarships from the University of Leeds School of Music to study the violin thanks to her impressive background.

She received both the Blanche L Leigh award (twice) and the Toothill performance award which have contributed towards the tuition costs for her education. To subsidise the rest of her tuition fees Kate utilised her talents and would regularly be seen performing to crowds in city centres around the country, it is from these performances where Kate has become so successful and well known and is now regularly requested to perform at a wide range of both corporate and private events such as weddings and birthdays where her talents and electrifying performances contribute to making many peoples days truly unforgettable.

When Kate graduated from the University of Leeds she gained a 2:1 Ba Hons degree. After auditioning for several conservatories around the UK to study her masters degree Kate accepted a place at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester where she will continue her training for an additional two years.

Kate has played a number of prestigious events, some of which include the West Yorkshire Police Awards Ceremony, The Rays of Sunshine Charity Ball, an IBM conference, Yorkshire Cancer Research Art Exhibition and most recently the Geneva Forex event for Swiss Bank Dukadscopy and for Land Rover at the launch party of their new Range Rover Evoque. Whilst studying at Leeds, Kate regularly performed with the Leeds University Philharmonic Orchestra where she was a co-leader of the first violin section.

Through her years of training and performances Kate has successfully established herself as an exceptional, classically trained violinist and regularly performs a range of both classical and contemporary pieces to thrilled audiences.

Her recent performances across Europe have showcased her talent and showmanship, her professionalism and creativity are reflected in each of her performances, she is able to match the backdrop of her performance to highlight and enhance the style of each individual event.

» Song List

• Albinoni - Adagio
• Bach - Air
• Beethoven - Minuet In G
• Beethoven - For Elise
• Barber - Adagio For Strings
• Bocelli - Time To Say Goodbye
• Brahms - Waltz In A
• Brahms - Hungarian Dance No. 6
• Bizet - Habanera
• Clarke - Trumpet Voluntary
• Dvorak - Humoresque
• Grieg - Solveig's Song
• Grieg - Morning
• Handel - Air From Water Music
• Handel - Hornpipe From Water Music
• Handel - The Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba
• Holst - Jupiter From The Planets
• Mendelssohn - Wedding March
• Massenet - Meditation
• Monti - Czardas
• Morricone - Gabriels Oboe
• Mozart - Minuet Divertimento
• Mozart - Violin Concerto In G
• Pachelbel - Canon In D Major
• Puccini - O Mio Babbino Caro
• Saint-sans - The Swan (le Cygne)
• Schubert - Traumerei
• Schumann - Serenade
• Strauss - Three Waltzes
• Tchaikovsky - The Nutcracker
• Wagner - Bridal Chorus
• Vivaldi - The Four Seasons (spring, Summer & Winter)
• Aladdin - A Whole New World
• Beauty And The Beast - Beauty And The Beast Theme
• Bock - Sunrise, Sunset
• Braveheart - Braveheart Theme
• Buffy Theme - Close Your Eyes
• Fiddler On The Roof - Sunrise, Sunset
• James Bond - James Bond Theme
• Lord Of The Rings - May It Be
• Love Story - Theme From Love Story (where Do I Begin)
• Love Actually - All You Need Is Love
• Meet Joe Black - Whisper Of A Thrill
• Out Of Africa - Out Of Africa Theme
• Phantom Of The Opera - All I Ask Of You
• Requiem For A Dream - Lux Aeterna
• Scent Of The Woman - Por Una Cabeza
• Secret Garden - Romance For Violin
• Titanic - My Heart Will Go On
• The Lion King - Can You Feel The Love Tonight
• The Lion King - Circle Of Life
• Adele - Make You Feel My Love
• Aladdin - The Whole New World
• Armstrong - La Vie En Rose
• Armstrong - What A Wonderful World
• Aznavour - She
• Barry - Out Of Africa Theme
• Barry - You Only Live Twice
• Beauty And The Beast - Beauty And The Beast Theme
• Beyonce - Halo
• Bock Sunrise, Sunset
• Braveheart - Piano Solo
• Buffy - Close Your Eyes
• Blunt - You're Beautiful
• Carey - Whenever You Call
• Cassidy - Songbird
• Clapton - Tears In Heaven
• Clapton - Wonderful Tonight
• Cohen - Hallelujah
• Coldplay - Viva La Vida
• Gershwin - Summertime
• Dion - My Heart Will Go On
• Dylan - House Of The Risin Sun
• Elbow - One Day Like This
• Elton John - Can You Feel The Love Tonight
• Enya - May It Be
• Escala - Feeling Good
• Escala - Palladio
• Evanescence - My Immortal
• Flying Pickets - Only You
• Gardel - Por Una Cabeza
• Michael - Careless Whisper
• Hamilton - Cry Me A River
• Hupfeld - As Time Goes By
• James Bond Theme
• Kaoma - Lambada
• Jones - Come Away With Me
• Kaoma - Lambada
• La Corda - Romance For Violin
• Lily Allen - Not Fair
• Lily Allen - Smile
• Mancini - Love Story Theme
• Mancini - Moon River
• Metallica - Nothing Else Matters
• Muse - Butterflies And Hurricanes
• Myers - Cavatina
• Newman - Whisper Of A Thrill
• Oasis - Wonderwall
• Phantom Of The Opera - All I Ask Of You
• Piaf - La Vie En Rose
• Piazzolla - Los Sueos
• Piazzolla - Libertango
• Piazzolla - Milonga Picaresque
• Piazzolla - Ouverture (from A Midsummer Night's Dream) Piazzolla - Street Tango
• Puccini - O Mio Babbino Caro
• Mansell - Lux Aeterna
• Seal - Kiss From A Rose (piano Version)
• Sinatra - My Way
• Remix Kaoma Lambada
• Vanessa Mae Contradanza
• Vanessa Mae Toccata And Fugue
• Remix - Take That - Rule The World
• Remix The Beatles Eleanor Rigby
• Remix Mansell - Requiem For A Dream
• Remix Piazzolla Libertango
• Remix The James Bond Theme
• Remix Oasis Wonderwall
• Remix Vanessa Mae - Night Flight
• Remix - Coldplay - Viva La Vida
• Remix Vangelis - Conquest Of Paradise
• Remix Pachelbel - Canon In D
• Remix Vanessa Mae - Destiny
• Remix Vanessa Mae Storm
• Remix Escala Feeling Good
• Remix Escala - Palladio
• And Many More!

» Previous Clients

• Cancer Research Uk
• West Yorkshire Police
• Aspire Leeds
• Leeds Society For Deaf And Blind People
• Land Rover
• Banana Kick
• Leader Charanga Del Norte
• York Carers Forum
• Whirlow Grange
• Worrall Male Voice Choir
• Bibis Italianissimo, Leeds
• Leeds Haydn Players
• And Many More!

» Testimonials

Kate the violinist was truly spectacular at our Range Rover Evoque Launch, she entertained and indeed memorised our guests all evening with her exquisite performances. We received so many compliments about Kate, her quality and music was perfect for our occasion and what impressed us all was her commitment to the evening, she played all night! A true professional, we would not hesitate to recommend Kate, particularly if youre looking for that wow factor for your event.
- Simon Lewis, Sales Manager, Land Rover

Kate played at the Yorkshire Cancer Research Art Exhibition which was held at Pavilions of Harrogate last May. The event was attended by around 350 people and was opened by The Rt. Hon. William Hague. Following our initial discussion, Kate chose a selection of classical and elegant popular pieces to play. Her performance was impeccable and I received many complimentary comments. I would not hesitate to use her again.
- Sally Crerar, Cancer Research UK

When we were planning our wedding we of course wanted to make the day as memorable and beautiful as possible. We were searching for ideas for our wedding whilst in Leeds City Centre one day and heard Kates music down the street. We ventured down to see her playing, and we both commented on how wonderful it would be to have her play at our ceremony. We approached Kate who was really friendly and kept in communication with us up to the big day. Kate helped us to pick the music we wanted, sending us samples of suggested tracks, and finding backing music for ones we requested. On the day of the wedding Kate didnt disappoint, everyone commented on how wonderful her music was and the violin added a real touch of class to our day. Kate was on time, immaculately dressed and played wonderfully wed really recommend Kate for whatever your event. Weve since listened to Kates new album which is great, and has a real mix of classical favorites and modern hits.
- Vikki & Gareth Brown

Thank you so much for your wonderful performance last month, I know our guests were thrilled with your bright, and vibrant performance.
- West Yorkshire Police Awards Ceremony

A great blend of classical music delivered with the contemporary twist that today's listener wants to hear, Kate's music is a welcome addition to any style of event/party
- Colin Hill - Aspire Leeds

Kate played a varied set of classics and popular tunes, displaying a virtuosity that immediately seized the audience. The assembled group were entranced and said they couldnt wait for her to come back to play for them again.
- Jeff Pickersgill (Leeds society for Deaf and Blind People)

Having heard Kate playing on Briggate we knew she would be absolutely perfect for our event... and she was. Playing during the drinks reception she set exactly the right tone and guests loved her. Would definitely recommend.
- Emma Farquharson - Banana Kick

Everyone enjoyed the concert on Wednesday. It was enhanced by your beautiful playing. Good luck in your musical career - you deserve to succeed.
- Chief Constable Norman Bettison and all at West Yorkshire Police

Katarzyna has deputised on violin for my professional band Charanga del Norte whilst studying for her BA in music at Leeds University. She has a great sound and is a pleasure to work with!
- Dr Sue Miller - Leader Charanga del Norte

The wedding guests all commented on 'that wonderful violinist' who really got the event off to an emotional start. Kate's pieces were played with great passion and enthusiasm which added a terrific dimension to the whole day. Kate had put together a brilliant score which included something for everyone and it was presented in a way that captivated her audience. The whole day was made complete because Kate added a unique strand of magic which brightened up everyone's hearts.
- Howard & Bernadette Fanning

Kate played at our recent Silver Wedding at Ripley Castle. Everyone there thought she was fantastic! We were really pleased with her musical choices for the evening and her violin playing is simply brilliant. As we arrived at the venue, we could hear Kate start to play, which was a nice touch and set the mood for the evening to come. We would recommend her to everyone, whatever the occasion.
- Simon Priestley

After 2010: We look forward to you playing - we've had so many lovely comments from people when they have found out you would be playing again next year!
After 2011: Comments are still coming in about the Service and your beautiful playing! Can we book you for the next hundred years?
- Irene & Vicki York Carers Forum

Thank you for making my 40th birthday so special, all the guest has told me how good you were and how moving was the performance, Your selection of musique was very good and we thank you for accepting some selection of our choice. Thank you again, we love your performance and wish you every success in future.
- Charles - Host

Je ne trouve pas les mots pour te remerci pour la magniphique soire que tu nous anime, inoubliable et mouvante. Spcialement le duo inprvue et non planifier par nous deux, tu tais d'une performance extra ordinaire, a restera graver j'amais dans ma mmoire, grace a toi j'ai ralis le plus beau rve de mon mari. Tout mes invites etais inpresoinner par notre duo. Une chose est sure, c'est que quelque soit ma prochaine occasion, c'est toi que je ferais appel. Bonne chance dans ta carire et je suis sure qu'une belle carire t'attend.
- Naouel Hostess

I just wanted to drop you a note to say thank you so much for playing at my wedding yesterday. Many of my guests commented on how fantastic you were and you made the ceremony feel very special. One guest thought you had purposely worn a red dress to compliment my flowers!
- Kate & John Derry

I arranged for Kate to perform at my son's wedding on the 4th June 2011. Kate's performance, manner and professionalism was superb. All the guests were so impressed with her music; it made the day extra special. I would recommend Kate wholeheartedly to anyone wanting to add something special to their personal events.
- Nicola Aston

Kate was very professional and creative in her performance at the recent wedding at Whirlow Grange. We see many performers and creative individuals and Kate was up there with the best. She was helpful and reflective of the needs of guests and the wedding party. All round a first class choice of performer.
- Graham Holland MA Warden & General Manager at Whirlow Grange

Having had Kate perform at our wedding earlier this year we are delighted to recommend her. Her repertoire was excellent. She was professional at all times, and communicated regularly. Her Violin music was beautiful at the Hotel wedding ceremony and the blessing service that followed held at Bolton Abbey Priory in North Yorkshire. Kate is a real find!
- Jane & Paul Holmes

I saw Kate playing her violin in Huddersfield Town Centre; I never knew the violin could sound so beautiful. Some of the tunes Kate played brought a tear to my eyes and a lump in my throat. If you get the chance to see her play you will not regret it and I recommend her CD's to play to relax, they will make you drift away from the stresses of the day.
- Dave Sanderson Centre Manager

Just to say thank you for your truly wonderful playing yesterday. Many guests from my 50th birthday party in Lincolnshire have contacted me today, mentioning how much they enjoyed listening to you. My most sincere best wishes for all that you hope to achieve in the future.
- Mark Riddle

Kate appeared with the Choir at a Concert in Silkstone Parish Church and "wowed" the audience with her choice of music and her versatility. We would strongly recommend her to anyone wanting a highly talented and professional violinist.
- Ian Pasley Secretary Worrall Male Voice Choir

would like to thank you on behalf of Chantry Lodge for making our Ladies evening such a success, your captivating and amazing performance was the icing on the cake, everyone thoroughly enjoyed it making it a night to remember.
- Roger K Cockerham

Kate played at our wedding and was outstanding, we would highly recommend her to play at any event, she was one of the highlights of our special day! Thank you so much Kate!
- Claire & James Reed

I got back from honeymoon at the weekend - I wanted to email you to say a big thank you for playing on the day. It was brilliant - everyone commented how good you were.
- Joanne Allcock

I really wanted to send you my sincere thanks for providing such beautiful music on that special day. It made their ceremony perfect. The guests were all buzzing with comments and complements about your reception performance and I have to say that I enjoyed every minute listening. () and best wishes to you for your continued career in music.
- Mavis and John Davies.

I am delighted to hear that everyone fully enjoyed your presence and Oliver and his partner send on their sincere thanks to you.
- Signora Mandy Barwick, Hospitality, Public Relations & Marketing Manager, Bibis Italianissimo, Leeds

Thank you so much for allowing us the pleasure of accompanying you
- Leeds Haydn Players

» Set Formats

Kate Violin Offers:

Up to 2 x 45 Minute Sets

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