Sacramento & Northern California

Miriana
Cota

Wedding & Events Violinist

Elegant live violin music for weddings and special events — from timeless classics to the modern songs that tell your story.

25+ yearsClassically trainedCustom requests
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Miriana Cota smiling with her violin outdoors
Miriana Cota holding her violin in a garden
25+Years of
music

About Miriana

Music that turns moments into memories

With over 25 years of musical experience and classical training rooted in Central Europe, Miriana brings elegance, emotion, and artistry to weddings and special events throughout Sacramento and Northern California.

From timeless classical pieces to modern songs that hold special meaning, she works closely with each client to create a personalized musical experience that reflects their story — whether it’s walking down the aisle, celebrating a milestone, honoring a loved one, or setting the atmosphere for an unforgettable evening.

Every performance is thoughtfully curated with warmth and professionalism. Her goal is simple: to transform meaningful moments into lasting memories through the beauty of live violin.

Miriana
Classically trainedCentral European conservatory roots, competitions & tours
PersonalizedCustom arrangements & song requests
EffortlessDirect coordination with your planner & venue

Wedding Collections

Your wedding should sound like you

Every collection includes custom song requests, direct coordination with your planner and venue, and a professional sound setup for a refined, immersive experience.

Collection I

Ceremony Experience

$695

Full ceremony coverage — not billed hourly.

  • Prelude music as guests arrive (30–45 min)
  • Timed processional for the wedding party
  • Personalized bridal entrance moment
  • Recessional & short postlude
  • Custom song requests
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Collection II

Cocktail Hour

$550

Sixty minutes of elegant ambiance.

  • 60 minutes of live violin
  • Curated ambient repertoire while guests mingle
  • Same-venue performance, no major setup change
  • Custom song requests
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Collection IV

Full Wedding Experience

$1,395

A cohesive soundtrack from arrival to celebration.

  • Everything in Ceremony + Cocktail Hour
  • Reception ambiance music
  • Smooth transitions between key moments
  • Ongoing timeline coordination
  • Professional sound coverage
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Add-Ons

Extra 30 minutes$200
Special request / custom arrangement$75–$150

Travel

Local (within ~25 miles)Included
25–60 miles$50–$100
60–120 milesQuoted per event

Custom Experience

Duo / trio ensemblesInquire
Cultural ceremoniesInquire
Extended coverageInquire

A non-refundable retainer and signed service agreement reserve your date.

Special Events

Elevate every celebration

Live violin brings an instant sense of occasion — whether it’s an intimate proposal, a milestone birthday, or a polished corporate evening.

Private CelebrationsAnniversaries · birthdays · holiday parties · luxury gatherings
Corporate & BrandClient appreciation · company celebrations · grand openings · networking
Special MomentsProposals · dinner experiences · cultural celebrations
Memorial ServicesGentle, meaningful music to honor a loved one
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Signature Event Package

Two Hours of Live Violin

$595/ 2 hours
  • Up to 2 hours of live violin performance
  • Repertoire curated to your occasion and guests
  • Custom song requests welcome
  • Professional sound setup included
  • Extra time available — $200 per 30 minutes
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Wedding Repertoire

Timeless classics & modern favorites

A few favorites to set the mood for each part of your day — every piece is chosen to translate beautifully on violin. Mix styles freely or share your own requests.

Ceremony Music

Prelude (Guest Arrival)

Soft, elegant ambiance as guests arrive

Classical & Timeless
  • Clair de Lune — Debussy
  • Canon in D — Pachelbel
  • Ave Maria — Schubert
Modern & Romantic
  • A Thousand Years — Christina Perri
  • Perfect — Ed Sheeran
  • All of Me — John Legend
Soft Indie / Aesthetic
  • Bloom — The Paper Kites
  • Yellow — Coldplay
  • I Get To Love You — Ruelle

Processional (Walking Down the Aisle)

Bridal Entrance
  • Can't Help Falling in Love — Elvis Presley
  • Turning Page — Sleeping at Last
  • Halo — Beyoncé
Wedding Party Entrance
  • Here Comes the Sun — The Beatles
  • Lover — Taylor Swift
  • La Vie En Rose — Édith Piaf

Special Moments

Unity ceremony, signing & more

  • What a Wonderful World — Louis Armstrong
  • Make You Feel My Love — Adele
  • Invisible String — Taylor Swift

Recessional (Joyful Exit)

Your first steps as newlyweds

  • Signed, Sealed, Delivered — Stevie Wonder
  • Viva la Vida — Coldplay
  • Marry You — Bruno Mars

Cocktail Hour

Mingling, golden hour & first sips (choose a mood or mix them)

Elegant & Upscale
  • Fly Me To The Moon — Frank Sinatra
  • L-O-V-E — Nat King Cole
  • Sway — Michael Bublé
Modern Romantic
  • Adore You — Harry Styles
  • Golden Hour — JVKE
  • Say You Won't Let Go — James Arthur
Fun & Upbeat
  • Can't Stop the Feeling — Justin Timberlake
  • Shut Up and Dance — WALK THE MOON
  • Levitating — Dua Lipa
Luxury / Modern Violin
  • Titanium — David Guetta
  • Paradise — Coldplay
  • Bittersweet Symphony — The Verve

Cultural & Specialty

Honoring your traditions (custom selections available)

  • Faith
    Instrumental worship & hymns
  • Italian
    Classic Italian favorites
  • Spanish
    Romantic guitar-style adaptations
  • Bollywood
    Love songs, custom-selected

Don't see your song? I'm always adding new pieces — just ask!

Request anything meaningful to you — most music adapts beautifully to violin. Custom arrangements from $75.

↓ Download full repertoire guide (PDF)

Kind Words

Loved by couples

★★★★★

Miriana is such a talented and sweet person! She played beautifully for our wedding ceremony and it was truly everything I could’ve hoped for and more! She played every song request!

— Taylor, Bride
★★★★★

Miriana was an absolute gem to have play at our wedding! Not only did I appreciate her incredible talent and gift at playing, but also how easy she was to work and get along with!

— Jessica, Bride

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Let’s create your perfect soundtrack

Share a few details about your wedding or event and I’ll reply with availability and a personalized quote. Dates book quickly — especially spring and fall weekends.

I’ll reply by email, usually within 24 hours.