ABOUT

A classically trained multi-genre performer, Jessica studied Violin at the prestigious Royal Welsh College of Music and has performed extensively across UK and international stages.

A solo artist with releases on major labels and frequent radio plays including BBC Radio 1, KISS FM and internationally, performance highlights include:

The Royal Albert Hall

Palm Island - Dubai

AFAS Arena - Amsterdam

Abbey Road Studios

O2 Academy Islington

Her composition and studio work includes collaborations with world-renowned artists including Florence and The Machine, Cat Burns, Vibe Chemistry and Keeno.

Jessica performs reguarly at private and corporate events in 5* venues across London (The Dilly, The Dorchester, The NoMad Hotel), weddings and sessions both in the UK and abroad.

events, composition & Sessions

Jessica is available to perform acoustic & electric violin, and DJ for weddings and events across London, the UK and abroad.

Her imaginative songwriting, string arranging & recording has lead her to become a point of call for major producers across genres. Working remotely or in-studio, Jessica can write and record entire string sections for any project, including pop, indie & electronic, adverts, TV and film.

As a session musician, Jessica is a skilled ensemble and solo player, with contacts across the industry - inquire to book as part of an orchestra, string ensemble or quartet.

vibre strings

Vibre Strings are a collective of the finest international string players, specialising in electronic music and trained to perform live alongside a DJ.

Founded by violinist and DJ, Jessica May Balfour, Vibre Strings create intense, impactful moments in DJ sets worldwide - writing and performing string lines that blend seamlessly with any set.

Bringing captivating live performance and increased emotion for those moments your audience will remember forever.

  • Jessica can perform worldwide - just get in contact!

  • Jessica can perform a huge variety of genres from Classical, Bollywood and Pop to Rock, House and Drum & Bass!

    Jessica happily takes requests for specific genres and tracks, and will finalise a set list in discussion with you during the booking process.

  • The DJ & Violin Live Show is a unique and exhilarating 1 hour show of popular dancefloor fillers, with live electric violin.

    Jessica performs both as a DJ and violinist - showcasing her skilled mixing while adding vibrant string toplines and playful improvisation.

  • Jessica’s acoustic & electric violin set up comes ready to plug into a venue sound system - but a portable PA system can be included for an additional fee.

    Jessica requires a venue sound system provided for DJ sets, but can provide her own DJ decks for an additional fee.

  • Simply use the form provided on the ‘contact’ page and specify ‘composition / arrangement’ in the Event Type field!

    Please provide a short brief about the project and the composition / arrangement elements you require.