Can we get a Bridgerton-style violinist in Denver?
It depends on which part of Bridgerton you love: pop songs played with an elegant, classical feel, or the full, lush ballroom sound of strings from the show.
For modern pop songs with an elegant, classical-crossover feel, yes: a review from a Junior League of Denver event says Jared plays pop music in a style that feels “delightfully reminiscent of a Bridgerton soundtrack.” For the full, lush, Regency-ballroom sound, Jared will tell you a string quartet is the better fit, and Dream City Strings, the string quartet Jared also founded, now books Denver.
Two kinds of Bridgerton vibe
| What you're picturing | Best fit |
|---|---|
| Pop songs your guests know, played on violin with a polished, elegant feel | Extreme Strings: solo electric violin over full-band backing tracks |
| Soft, all-acoustic string arrangements and a classic ballroom look | A string quartet, such as Dream City Strings in Denver |
| Vivaldi, Mozart and Pachelbel mixed in with the pop | Either one |
| Dancing later, with violin on top of the DJ | Extreme Strings with your DJ |
Jared is honest about the difference. When a couple asked about a Bridgerton style, he said: “that style does not lend itself well to electric violin... you would probably want, like, a quartet.” What he does offer is the crossover: familiar pop melodies on violin, played with a polished, elegant feel. One host summed it up as a performance that's “both elegant and modern.”
Songs that suit the style
All of these are on the Extreme Strings song list:
- Pop with a romantic, classical-leaning feel: Wildest Dreams, Love Story and Enchanted (Taylor Swift), Ocean Eyes and Bad Guy (Billie Eilish), POV (Ariana Grande), Wrecking Ball (Miley Cyrus), Halo (Beyoncé).
- More pop that works in this style: Viva La Vida and Yellow (Coldplay), Toxic (Britney Spears).
- The classical side: Vivaldi's Spring and Winter, Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Pachelbel's Canon in D, Bach's Air from Suite in D, Handel's Arrival of the Queen of Sheba and Debussy's Clair de Lune.
Want a song that isn't listed? Request it in your BookLive client portal: 3 custom songs are included, then $25 each.
Weddings, galas and corporate events
The Bridgerton comparison came from a nonprofit event, not a wedding: the Junior League of Denver, which has now booked Jared twice. The same set works for a gala reception, a cocktail hour or a wedding ceremony. Jared brings his own sound system, so the violin carries in a ballroom or outdoors, and he can keep it soft while guests talk.
Later in the night, the electric violin can switch roles. If you have a DJ, Jared can jam live on top of the DJ's set out on the dance floor. See violin with a DJ. Planning a corporate event and still deciding on the kind of music? Read what live music to hire for a Denver corporate event.
What hosts and couples say
★★★★★“Jared is an incredibly talented violinist who brings a unique twist by playing pop music in a style that feels delightfully reminiscent of a Bridgerton soundtrack.”
★★★★★“I had them play before and during the ceremony and it was FANTASTIC. I received so many compliments on the music...it set the tone perfect - especially with the violin version of many modern pop songs that were recognizable yet sounded divine.”
★★★★★“His music selection was classy, relevant, and upbeat - making his music a perfect fit for our gala. We had many compliments on his addition to our event.”
Bridgerton-style music questions
Is Extreme Strings a string quartet?
No. Extreme Strings is a solo electric violinist playing over full-band backing tracks. For a quartet, the same founder runs Dream City Strings, which now books Denver and Colorado.
Can you play classical pieces too?
Yes. The list includes Vivaldi's Spring and Winter, Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Pachelbel's Canon in D and Bach's Air from Suite in D, next to the pop songs.
Does this work for a gala or corporate event?
Yes. The host who compared Jared's pop music to a Bridgerton soundtrack booked him for a Junior League of Denver event.
Can the violin play with our DJ later?
Yes. Jared can play live on top of whatever your DJ plays, popping in for the big songs.
What if our song isn't on the list?
Request it. 3 custom songs are included with every booking, then $25 each.