Lindsay Skipper, Owner & Strolling Violinist

Thanks to my musical parents, I learned to play the violin growing up in Raleigh, NC. I toured with youth and college orchestras nationally and abroad and have embraced life in the Midwest since moving to Greater Cincinnati in 2013.

I started Elegant Violin in 2010 after experiencing first-hand how hard it was to plan my own wedding while working full-time. I knew I could provide fast, easy communication and compassionate service that would make couples’ lives easier while preparing for their big day.

Beyond managing the Elegant Violin team and homeschooling my kids, I perform at select events as a strolling violinist. Check out my recent performances.

Polly

The first associate who joined the EV team, Polly graduated with a degree in Music Performance and was also the concertmaster of the orchestra. She’s toured in Ireland, Hungary, Romania, and the Netherlands. Fun fact: Polly and her husband are avid backpackers and are raising two young daughters! Watch her playlist.

Muning

Originally from Beijing, Muning (“moo-NEENG”) grew up in a musical family. She is completing her doctorate studies in music. In additional to violin, she plays viola, piano and also studies conducting. She’s performed with orchestras in Australia, Austria, and Ireland. Fun fact: Muning teaches private lessons is a pet lover! See her performances here. (Photo by OKOTA)

Marissa

A Lexington, KY native, Marissa began learning to play the violin at age six. She studied Violin Performance and Arts Administration in college. For several years she worked with world-class musicians in the artistic department of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Fun fact: Marissa is tying the knot herself in 2025! Listen here.

Mikayla

Mikayla grew up in a musical family and began playing the violin at age 11. She studied music in college, where she focused on performance and teaching and now runs a private violin studio for aspiring violinists. She is also an active member of the Mason Symphony Orchestra. Fun fact: Mikayla is expecting her third child in 2025! See her in action here.

Angela

With a Bachelors and Masters degree in Violin Performance, Angela has taught violin at the collegiate level and privately. She has performed with stars like Kanye West and Michael Bublé and can also be seen performing with the NC Symphony, Ballet, and Opera. Fun fact: she has played at The Academy Awards, Grammys, and more! Check out her talent.