Nathan Mignien
Nathan Mignien playing violin for guests at a corporate event

Corporate cocktail, Montreal

Violinist and DJ for corporate events in Montreal

Galas, holiday parties, launches and client events. Live music from the cocktail to the end of the night, with one point of contact for your events team.

Reply within 12 hours. Service in English and French.

Past clients and events : Super C, Anytime Fitness, Le Dîner en Blanc, CFL, PWHL, Montreal Alouettes, MVP Sports Marketing, More Événements.

What I offer

Nathan Mignien playing violin at a corporate cocktail

Cocktail and networking

Violin while guests arrive: classical, jazz and pop hits, at a volume that leaves room for conversation.

Nathan Mignien with his electric violin

Formal moments

Electric violin to open the evening, back an awards segment or bring on a speaker.

View of a large venue during a performance

DJ set

I'm also a DJ: I play the music for the dance floor, with or without live violin.

Corporate event DJ

You can book me as the DJ for your holiday party, gala or client event, with or without live violin.

The music is planned ahead with your team, based on your audience and your company's image. I can also handle announcements on the mic, in English or French.

For full event planning (coordination, sound and lighting), my event agency Soprano Production takes it from there.

Past events

A few of the companies and events I've played for.

Super CCorporate event
Anytime FitnessCorporate event
Le Dîner en BlancMontreal
MVP Sports MarketingCorporate events, ongoing collaboration
More ÉvénementsIC Gala and creative contracts
La BoîteCompany 10th anniversary party

How I work with your team

  1. Quote within 12 hours

    Send me the date, the venue, the number of guests and the type of event. I'll send you a written quote.

  2. Planning call

    We go over the run of show, the mood you want, the key moments and any venue constraints.

  3. Coordination before the event

    I coordinate with your team and the venue's AV supplier for sound and timing.

  4. On the day

    I arrive early, run the sound check before guests arrive and follow the planned run of show.

Administration

Contract and invoicing

Written contract, 40% deposit at signing and balance on the day of the event. Invoice with GST and QST.

Purchase orders

Purchase orders and your company's payment terms can be discussed before signing.

English and French

Communication with your team and mic announcements in both languages.

Sound system

I provide all the sound, whatever the size of the room. If the venue already has an AV supplier, I work with them.

Testimonials

“Nathan brings a rare energy to our events. We work with him regularly, and he always delivers.”

Simon Arsenault, President, MVP Sports Marketing

“We've worked with Nathan several times, from creative contracts to the IC Gala. Punctual, professional, always a pleasure to work with.”

Marie Ducasse, Director, More Événements

“Nathan came to play at my company's 10th anniversary celebration. Nothing to say except that it was excellent.”

Frédérique Lapointe, President, La Boîte

« Nathan a été un choix parfait pour notre événement privé. »

Soumik Dey, private event

Video clip

Electric violin at an evening event. Turn the sound on to hear it.

Video: Nathan Mignien playing electric violin among guests
Electric violin at an evening event (filmed at a wedding)

Types of events

Galas and fundraisers

Annual galas, awards nights and fundraising events.

Holiday parties

From the cocktail to the dance floor. These dates book early, often in September.

Launches and client events

Product launches, recognition nights and events for your clients.

Conventions and retreats

Convention openings, closing parties and company retreats, in Montreal or out of town.

Where I play

Montreal

Downtown, Old Montreal and across the island: hotels, event venues and offices.

Laval, North Shore and South Shore

Laval, Longueuil, Brossard and nearby.

Laurentians and Eastern Townships

Mont-Tremblant, Saint-Sauveur, Bromont and Magog, for company retreats.

Quebec City, Ottawa and Toronto

Travel available, in English or French. Costs listed in the quote.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a violinist cost for a corporate event in Montreal?

It depends on the package (cocktail only, full evening with DJ or custom), the length and the location. After a short call, I send you a written quote within 12 hours.

Do you offer DJ services for corporate events?

Yes. I can be your DJ for the whole evening, with or without live violin. You get one supplier for the music instead of two.

Can you cover the cocktail and the dance party?

Yes: violin for the cocktail, electric violin for the formal moments, then DJ and live violin for the dance floor. One point of contact and one invoice.

How far ahead should we book?

For a gala or holiday party, 3 to 6 months ahead: November and December book up in September. For last-minute requests, call me at +1 438 888 3791.

Do you provide a contract and an invoice with GST and QST?

Yes. Written contract, 40% deposit at signing, balance on the day of the event and an invoice with GST and QST. Purchase orders can be discussed before signing.

Can you play a piece requested by the company?

Yes, for example for an awards segment or a theme linked to your brand. I arrange it for acoustic or electric violin.

Do you travel outside Montreal?

Yes: Laval, the South Shore, the Laurentians, the Eastern Townships, Quebec City, Ottawa and Toronto. Travel costs are listed in the quote.

How long is a performance?

Cocktail: 60 to 90 minutes. Formal moments on electric violin: 20 to 60 minutes. Full evening with DJ: 3 to 5 hours of music, depending on your schedule.

Request a quote

Include the company, date, venue, number of guests and type of event. I'll reply within 12 hours.