Violin for Weddings and Live Violin Music for Wedding Ceremonies

I'm Santa Kalniņa — a professional violinist and arranger. I offer elegant live violin music for weddings, wedding ceremonies, marriage proposals, and other special occasions in Latvia and abroad.

Melany Wild River is my original musical concept, in which popular and beloved songs take on a new sound through unique arrangements for a five-string electric violin. It is a contemporary approach to the violin — elegant, emotional, and remarkably versatile.

Each performance is tailored individually, taking into account the nature of the event, the venue, the atmosphere, and the music that holds special meaning for you.

Violin Music for Wedding Ceremonies

Music plays a special role in a wedding ceremony — it sets the mood before the first words are spoken and accompanies the most meaningful moments of the day.

Live violin music can accompany the arrival of guests, the entrance of the groom and bride, special moments throughout the ceremony, the newlyweds' exit, and the congratulations following the ceremony.

The repertoire is individually curated for each couple, ensuring that the wedding ceremony music beautifully complements the ceremony itself, the chosen venue, and the overall aesthetic of the wedding.

If needed, I also coordinate musical cues with the wedding planner, ceremony officiant, or technical team to ensure everything flows smoothly and seamlessly.

Electric Violin for Weddings

I perform on a professional Yamaha five-string electric violin, which allows me to create a fuller and more contemporary sound compared to a traditional solo violin.

My repertoire can combine romantic pop music, film soundtracks, soul, lounge, rock, classical music, and other genres. This versatility makes the electric violin a beautiful choice for both an elegant musical backdrop during the ceremony and an expressive, energetic performance during the wedding celebrations.

Live Music for Guest Arrivals and Cocktail Hour

Violin music is also a wonderful addition to guest arrivals, cocktail hour, and dinner receptions.

During these moments, the performance can be elegant and relaxed or, on the contrary, more lively and energetic. I adapt the musical atmosphere to each part of the event, ensuring that it naturally complements the setting and enhances the guests' experience.

Live violin music is especially suited to celebrations where not only the music matters, but also the overall atmosphere, aesthetics, and the lasting impression guests take home with them.

Violin Music for Marriage Proposals

A live violin performance can become an unforgettable part of a marriage proposal.

The musical performance can be tailored to your specific plans — from choosing a song that holds special meaning for you to coordinating the start of the performance with the exact moment of the proposal, creating an atmosphere that makes the experience even more personal.

If you also choose me as your wedding ceremony violinist after the proposal, a specially tailored offer can be arranged for the musical accompaniment of both occasions.

Individually Curated Repertoire

My repertoire includes more than 100 musical pieces, and each event's musical programme is created individually.

For the most meaningful moments of your wedding day, you can choose songs that hold special significance for you, as well as combine different musical styles into one cohesive and elegant programme.

Let this part of your wedding become a truly unforgettable experience.