After literally every wedding reception I perform at, at least three people come up to me and ask: "What IS that bow?!" And I love it every single time. So let me explain the Pixie Light Violin once and for all, because it deserves its own blog post.
The Pixie Light Violin: What It Actually Is
The Pixie Light Violin is my signature performance feature. It's a specially equipped violin bow fitted with LED lights that glow brilliantly in low-light settings. When the lights dim and I start playing, the bow glows with a beautiful, ethereal light that makes the entire performance look like something out of a fantasy film.
It's not a gimmick. It's not a party trick. It's a genuine artistic choice that transforms a violin performance into a full visual and musical experience. The bow still plays exactly like a regular bow — the sound is the same, the technique is the same — but the visual impact is something completely different.
When Does the Pixie Light Violin Happen?
The Pixie Light Violin moment is typically reserved for the reception — usually during the first dance, a special performance set, or when I'm performing alongside the DJ. The venue coordinator dims the lights, I switch to my glowing bow, and the room transforms.
I've had wedding photographers tell me it's their favorite thing to shoot. I've had guests literally gasp when the lights go down. I've had a bride's grandmother grab my arm after the reception and tell me it was the most beautiful thing she'd ever seen at a wedding. That reaction never gets old.
Is the Pixie Light Violin Included in All Packages?
Yes! The Pixie Light Violin is included in every single Esko Violin package at no extra charge. Whether you book the Ceremony Only package at $1,200 or the Full Evening Experience at $2,200, the Pixie Light Violin is part of the deal. I believe every couple deserves that magical moment, regardless of budget.
Why I Created This Experience
I started using the Pixie Light Violin because I wanted to create a moment that was uniquely mine — something that couples would remember forever and that guests would talk about for years. Music is powerful on its own, but when you combine it with a visual element that's genuinely surprising and beautiful, it becomes something transcendent.
I'm obsessed with creating moments at weddings that make people feel things. The Pixie Light Violin is my way of making sure every reception has at least one moment that stops the room and makes everyone present feel like they're witnessing something magical. Because they are.
See It for Yourself
The best way to understand the Pixie Light Violin is to see it in action. Check out my Media page for videos of live performances, or follow me on Instagram at @esko_violin where I post performance clips regularly. And if you want to book the experience for your own wedding, reach out through my Contact page. 🎻
Professional violinist, vocalist, and licensed officiant. Veteran-owned. 1,000+ weddings and events across Arizona, the US, and internationally. Voted #1 in Phoenix Magazine's Best One-Woman Veteran-Owned Band, 2024.