Isonil Strings brings 16+ years of classical virtuosity, African rhythm and contemporary sound to weddings, private events, recordings and grand openings — locally and internationally.
"A sound that bridges classical virtuosity with African rhythm, contemporary pop, and house influences." — David Etim, Isonil
Share your event type, date, and location using the contact form or a direct call.
Repertoire and arrangements are discussed and tailored to your occasion and audience.
Once details are set, the booking is confirmed and logistics are arranged for the day.
Isonil arrives ready to perform — professional, punctual, and prepared for your venue.
David Etim, professionally known as Isonil, is a classically trained violinist, recording artist, and founder of the Perfect 4th Ensemble.
Based in Ludwigshafen, Germany, with roots in Nigeria, he has spent over 16 years refining a sound that bridges classical virtuosity with African rhythm, contemporary pop, and house influences. His journey began with a passion for the violin as a tool for emotional storytelling — eventually transforming into an international performance career.
Isonil's sound is defined by elegance, energy, and innovation. Whether performing in intimate luxury spaces or on major international stages, he creates immersive musical experiences that combine precision with soul. His artistry blends classical foundations with Afro-influenced grooves, creating performances that are emotionally resonant and globally relevant.
Career highlights include appearances at major venues such as London's O2 Arena, Wigmore Hall, Fire & Ice Ischgl, and performances across at least six countries. He also participated in the Guinness World Record-setting Largest Afrobeats Orchestra — an achievement that reflects both his technical excellence and collaborative leadership.
At the core of his vision is a commitment to pushing strings beyond boundaries, creating unforgettable moments through the universal language of music and inspiring audiences worldwide.
Ceremony processionals, vows, and reception sets — elegant live violin to soundtrack your most important day.
Learn more →Intimate luxury gatherings and celebrations, elevated with immersive live performance.
Learn more →Make a statement at brand launches, galas, and grand openings with a memorable live centerpiece.
Learn more →Session violin for original tracks, film scores, and collaborations — recorded with precision and soul.
Learn more →Available for performances across borders — bringing the Isonil sound to stages worldwide.
Learn more →Bespoke arrangements that blend classical technique with Afrobeats, pop, and house influences for your event.
Learn more →Your ceremony deserves music that feels as considered as everything else on the day. Isonil performs wedding ceremonies from the processional through to the final vow, bringing a classically trained tone with the warmth to match an intimate, emotional moment.
Typical bookings cover the bridal processional, a signing-of-the-register interlude, the recessional, and a set during the drinks reception or dinner — arranged to suit the venue, whether that's a church, registry office, marquee, or outdoor ceremony.
Repertoire spans traditional classical pieces through to contemporary first-dance songs arranged for solo violin, so the music can move from formal to personal across the day without missing a beat.
For birthdays, anniversaries, and intimate celebrations, live violin adds a layer of atmosphere that a playlist simply can't. Isonil performs solo sets tailored to the mood of the room — from quiet dinner-table ambience to livelier, danceable arrangements later in the evening.
Sets are built around the guest list and the occasion: elegant background music while guests arrive, a featured piece for a toast or milestone moment, then a shift into more energetic, Afrobeats-influenced arrangements as the night opens up.
Available for private residences, restaurants, rooftop events, and members' clubs, with equipment kept minimal and unobtrusive.
A brand launch, gala, or grand opening needs a centerpiece moment — something guests remember alongside the space itself. Isonil brings a striking, professional live element that photographs and films well, and that scales from a single arrival performance to a full evening set.
Past bookings include product launches, store openings, awards evenings, and corporate galas, often performed alongside a DJ or band, or as a standalone act for a ribbon-cutting or VIP arrival.
Comfortable performing in front of press and camera crews, with a repertoire that can be adjusted to match brand tone — from understated and classical to bold, contemporary arrangements.
Isonil records session violin for original tracks, film and TV scores, and remote collaborations — bringing the same classical-meets-Afrobeats sensibility to recorded work as to live performance.
Sessions can be booked in-studio in Ludwigshafen or handled remotely: a reference track and brief are enough to get started, with stems delivered in the format your engineer needs.
Past studio work spans solo features, layered string arrangements, and collaborations with producers and vocalists across genres, including Afrobeats and contemporary pop production.
Based in Ludwigshafen, Germany, Isonil is available to travel for performances across Europe and internationally, with prior appearances spanning at least six countries — including London's O2 Arena, Wigmore Hall, and Fire & Ice Ischgl in Austria.
International bookings are planned around travel logistics, visa lead time, and venue requirements, so early contact is recommended for dates outside Germany.
Whether it's a destination wedding, an overseas corporate event, or a festival appearance, enquiries are welcome from any location.
Not every piece exists for solo violin already — Isonil arranges bespoke versions of the songs that matter to you, blending classical technique with Afrobeats, house, and contemporary pop influences.
This is a popular add-on for weddings and private events wanting a specific first-dance song or personal favourite reworked for violin, as well as for artists wanting a violin part written into an original production.
Send a reference track or brief, and an arrangement will be developed and rehearsed ahead of the performance or session date.
Ludwigshafen, Germany.
Performing internationally.
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