The Glam Violinist with Celeste Vee

Before the first guest walks in, the performance has already begun. In this episode, I’m walking you through everything that needs to happen before you ever play a note — from packing and parking to soundcheck, setup, and getting glam. I’ll share the real-life story of a chaotic wedding gig in Nashville that could’ve gone sideways (but didn’t), plus the exact prep process I teach all the violinists on my team. Whether it’s your fir...

You got the booking — now what? In this episode, I’m walking you through everything that needs to happen after the contract is signed and before you ever play a note. From timelines and tech riders to backing tracks and backup plans, you’ll learn how to manage all the moving parts like a true professional (even if you're doing it all yourself). I’m also sharing a cringe-worthy gig day story that taught me the hard way why coor...

Booking gigs doesn’t have to feel like chasing loose papers in a hurricane!
In today’s episode, I'm sharing the simple, organized booking process we use at Violin Event Entertainment to turn client inquiries into smooth, professional experiences — without the chaos.

I’ll walk you through how we handle inquiries from every direction (texts, emails, DMs, you name it), keep everything clean and organized in HoneyBook, and make...

Unlock the secrets to flawless gigs! In this episode of The Glam Violinist Podcast, Celeste Vee demystifies tech riders, revealing why they're essential for every performing violinist. Learn how to craft a comprehensive tech rider, covering space, electrical, and sound requirements, ensuring smooth setups and stress-free performances. Discover practical tips for communicating your needs to clients and venues, and avoid common ...

I'm always curious about how other musicians I admire seem to be able to do it all so effortlessly. I had to ask Stephanie how she does it, and she shares a little behind the scenes of how she pulls it off and makes it look easy. Spoiler alert: it's not actually easy, but it's doable! 

We also dive into some of the mental challenges that we face as musicians, especially rejection and feelings of inferiority and self-d...

A glamorous performance style can be broken down into five steps. Follow the A.M.U.S.E. model to wow your audience at your next performance! 

• Act Confident
• Move with Intention
• Use the Space
• Smile
• Engage

Here are three violinists who do this really well!

• Amy: https://www.instagram.com/amyserranomusic/
• Lexey: https://www.instagram.com/djlexey_violin_dj/
• Dany: https://www.instagram.com/danyviolinist/

Instagram.com/TheCelesteVe...

Ever wonder what tech secrets successful gigging musicians use behind the scenes? In this episode, Celeste reveals her essential tools and platforms for communication, booking, and more, saving you years of trial and error and empowering you to streamline your career.

Use this link for 30% off your first year of HoneyBook:

https://share.honeybook.com/celeste4958276

And here's a list of the tools mentioned in this Episod...

Do you feel like your videos aren't getting you the kinds of gigs you want? This step by step guide will help you create a killer promo video that will help you book your dream clients.

Here are a few examples of some promo videos I just love:

Zamira (I filmed this one with my iPhone in just three takes): https://youtu.be/_rb3XtUc0yw?si=Uf1nIZl-YZlUggys

Celeste (This one is almost 10 years old! I've learned a lot since then....

Ever wonder what gear other violinists are using for gigs? Here's a list of some of my go to pieces of equipment:

• 5-String Custom Viper Violin with Barbera Pickup
• Shure QLXD14 Wireless Guitar System
• Hall of Fame 2 reverb pedal
• Bose S1 Pro Speaker (for smaller gigs)
• (2) Bose L1 Compacts and a Behringer Mixer (for larger gigs)
• Macbook Pro for backing tracks
• iPhone for videos

Listen for details and how these all tie together.

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