Mariya

VIOLINIST

Background & Training

Mariya is a classically trained violinist and violist, and a graduate of The Boston Conservatory. Her career has taken her to festivals and performances across the United States and Europe, including appearances in Spain, Austria, Texas, and Vermont.

The Experience

Based in the Seattle area, Mariya is one of the most sought-after wedding and event violinists in the region. From intimate ceremonies to large-scale celebrations, she brings professionalism, musical sensitivity, and a polished presence to every performance.

Musical Identity

With a multifaceted career as a performer, educator, and entrepreneur, Mariya brings a refined classical foundation paired with a versatile and expressive approach. Her work spans solo recitals, orchestral performances, and creative projects that expand access to music through initiatives like Music Unbarred.

With VEE

With VEE, Mariya is known for her elegance, versatility, and ability to move seamlessly between Classical, Pop, and Bollywood repertoire. Whether performing a traditional piece or collaborating in a modern event setting, she creates thoughtful, engaging musical experiences.

What is your primary skill or instrument? Do you sing or play any other instruments?

Viola and Violin

How old were you when you started studying your craft? Why did you begin?

I was ten and I always wanted to do music. I was lucky to be in a school district that had an orchestra program.

Besides Bollywood & Pop, what other styles of music do you love to play?

Classical of course, but I have also done some folk/klezmer music

How else do you like to spend your free time when you're not practicing or performing?

I really love knitting and doing homestead-y food preservation like pressure canning and fermenting

Do you teach or only perform? If you do teach, in what context?

I do both. Most of my income comes from teaching; I have a private studio of classical students and I also serve as faculty for a youth symphony.

What is your educational background and what degree(s) do you have?

Undergrad and graduate degrees in viola performance from The Boston Conservatory

Do you speak any other languages besides English? Which one(s) and how well?

-Ukrainian, French, Russian: fluent
-Spanish: intermediate

What is your favorite holiday and how do you celebrate it?

I like Thanksgiving and I just like spending time with friends and watching the bad weather outside while sitting next to the fire

What’s your go-to show off song you play when someone puts you on the spot?

A. Corelli - "La Follia" variations on violin
Casadesus "JC Bach" concerto on viola
For pop - "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran or "Merry Go Round of Life" from Howl's Moving Castle