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Electric Violinist
PA, NY, NJ & ✈️
16 years of experience
Founder of @newagestrings
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🎃 A day late for Halloween… but this performance was too hauntingly good not to share!👻🎻

I had every intention of posting this yesterday, but the day got away from me!

And honestly, what better Halloween soundtrack than Bach’s haunting Toccata and Fugue in D minor… with an ELECTRIC GUITAR twist?! 🎸🔥

I’ve played Bach countless times over the years, but never quite like THIS!

Performing with the incredible @southjerseypops at Lenape High School, I got to trade my traditional classical violin sound for something much louder, grittier, and completely unexpected.

I plugged in my electric violin, cranked up the distortion, picked up my glowing LED bow, and went full ROCK STAR! ⚡

Hearing that gritty, electric guitar-like sound soaring over a full orchestra was such a thrill! Classical music and rock colliding on one stage.

After more than 15 years of performing, I still get excited about trying something completely different. This was definitely one of those moments I’ll remember!

A huge thank you to the South Jersey Pops Orchestra for inviting me to be part of such a memorable performance, and to @vendettivisuals for capturing this moment so perfectly! ❤️

#ElectricViolin #SouthJerseyPops #ClassicalMeetsRock #BachGoesRock #NewAgeStrings by @rada_violin

Still dreaming about this beautiful wedding at the Crystal Plaza!

Thank you @vendettivisuals for the stunning video!
White stages made possible by @harttohartentertainment @harttohartweddings 🙏🏻 by @rada_violin

@anthony_vendetti with @vendettivisuals delivers yet again 😍😍

Booked through @sugarbomb_entertainment

Venue: @lilahevents by @rada_violin

If this wasn’t one of the top 5 most majestic moments of 2025, I don’t know what was!

Booked through @harpnsouln
Venue @cescaphe The Water Works
Video @vendettivisuals @anthony_vendetti by @rada_violin

The second song I had the pleasure of performing alongside the South Jersey Pops was the iconic “Nothing Else Matters” by Metallica.🤘

There’s something incredibly powerful about bringing rock music to life with an orchestra. The intensity, the emotion, and the way the electric violin cuts through those sweeping orchestral sounds make this piece such an unforgettable one to perform.

After more than 15 years of performing, moments like these still remind me why I love what I do. ❤️

A huge thank you to the @southjerseypops for having me be part of this incredible performance!

🎥 Video credit: @vendettivisuals

#ElectricViolin #NothingElseMatters #SouthJerseyPops #Violinist #LiveOrchestra by @rada_violin

🤠🎻 Who says cowgirls can’t rock an electric violin?!⚡️

Halloween looked a little different this year… cowboy boots, fringe, a light-up cowgirl hat, and my LED electric violin! ✨

I had an absolute blast joining @modernluxeband for a Halloween celebration filled with incredible music, nonstop dancing, and a whole lot of energy!

There’s something so fun about trading my usual performance attire for a costume and bringing a little extra sparkle to the stage. And yes, the violin and bow lit up too! 🎻💡

Huge thanks to @modernluxeband for having me join the fun! ❤️

@eastcoastentertainment
#ElectricViolin #LEDViolin #ModernLuxeBand #HalloweenPerformance #NewAgeStrings by @rada_violin

🎻✨ The entertainment started before guests even made it through the door!🥂

Who says live music should wait until cocktail hour?

For this corporate event at The Lucy in Philadelphia @cescaphe , I kicked off the evening with live electric violin right at the entrance, welcoming guests with music from the moment they arrived!

As everyone transitioned into the main event space for cocktail hour, I moved with them, keeping the music flowing and bringing a fresh energy to the celebration.

It’s these little details that turn an ordinary corporate gathering into a memorable experience. ✨

A huge thank you to @sugarbomb_entertainment for bringing New Age Strings on board for another wonderful event! ❤️

#NewAgeStrings #SugarbombEntertainment #TheLucyPhiladelphia #CorporateEventEntertainment #ElectricViolinist by @rada_violin

🎻 From “I do” to cocktail hour!🥂✨

There’s something so special about setting the soundtrack for a wedding day!

I had the pleasure of performing violin for both the ceremony and cocktail hour at the beautiful Bartram’s Garden in Philadelphia,booked through Sugarbomb Entertainment!💍

From the romantic moments walking down the aisle to the upbeat atmosphere as guests celebrated with cocktails, it was such a beautiful day to be part of!

A big thank you to @sugarbomb_entertainment for bringing New Age Strings along for this celebration! ❤️

✨ Planning your wedding? Whether you’re envisioning elegant ceremony strings, modern cocktail hour music, or electric violin alongside your DJ, we’d love to bring your vision to life!

#NewAgeStrings #SugarbombEntertainment #BartramsGarden #PhiladelphiaWedding #WeddingViolinist by @rada_violin

**A little live music before celebrating some of the Lehigh Valley’s best! 🎻✨**

I had the pleasure of performing electric violin for cocktail hour at **The Chamber’s 2026 Lehigh Valley Excellence in Business Awards**, held at the beautiful **Wilbur Mansion in Bethlehem, PA!**

As guests arrived, mingled, and enjoyed cocktails before the awards ceremony, I got to help set the mood with some live music. 🥂

One of the things I love most about corporate events is being part of an evening that brings people together to celebrate their hard work, accomplishments, and contributions to their community.

Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees, and thank you for letting me be a small part of such a special evening! ❤️

Planning a corporate gala, awards ceremony, or networking event? Let’s make the cocktail hour just as memorable!

#LehighValleyEvents #BethlehemPA #CorporateEventEntertainment #ElectricViolinist #NewAgeStrings by @rada_violin

**Who says corporate events have to start with boring background music? 👀🎻**

Imagine walking into an event and being greeted by a LIVE electric violinist before you’ve even had your first cocktail! 🥂✨

That’s how I kicked off this beautiful corporate event at **The Lucy in Philadelphia**! @cescaphe

I started the evening performing right by the entrance, welcoming guests as they arrived, then moved into the main event space to keep the music going throughout cocktail hour.

I absolutely love creating those unexpected little moments that make an event feel more personal, exciting, and memorable!

Huge thank you to @sugarbomb_entertainment for bringing me on board for another wonderful event! ❤️

#PhiladelphiaEvents #CorporateEventEntertainment #ElectricViolinist #TheLucyPhiladelphia #NewAgeStrings by @rada_violin

From elegant ceremony music to a full-on reception party! 🎻🔥🥁🎷

One of my favorite things about being an electric violinist is getting to bring completely different vibes to every part of a wedding day!

At the beautiful **Lake Success Golf Club in New York**, I started the celebration performing solo violin for the ceremony, followed by cocktail hour as guests mingled and enjoyed the festivities. 🥂

But once the reception kicked off? It was time to turn up the energy! 🔥

I joined forces with the **DJ, drummer, and saxophonist** for an electrifying live music fusion that brought a whole new level of excitement to the dance floor!

From romantic ceremony moments to high-energy reception entertainment, I love being able to do it all in one wedding!

A fantastic celebration booked through @mtmevents ! ❤️

#ElectricViolinist #LakeSuccessGolfClub #NewYorkWedding #DJHybrid #NewAgeStrings by @rada_violin

It’s the little things you don’t notice that make a wedding ceremony run seamlessly. 🎻🤍

During this beautiful ceremony at Brigalias in New Jersey, I was positioned at the back of the room, which meant that once everyone stood for the bride’s entrance, I could no longer see her walking down the aisle.

So what’s a violinist to do? 👀

You’ll notice me subtly stepping toward the center of the aisle to sneak a quick peek at the bride’s progress.

Why? Because timing is everything!

After 15+ years of performing at weddings, I’ve learned that being a professional wedding musician isn’t just about playing beautifully. It’s about reading the room, anticipating those important moments, and knowing exactly when to bring the music to a natural, elegant close.

Sometimes that means a little strategic peek down the aisle! 🤣

It’s those behind-the-scenes details that help make the ceremony feel effortless. ❤️

#WeddingViolinist #NewJerseyWedding #Brigalias #WeddingCeremonyMusic #NewAgeStrings by @rada_violin