About

Wedding Music Violinist, David Delaney – Bio

Originally from Waterford city, Ireland, David Delaney has quickly established himself as one of the most versatile and in-demand wedding music violinists and event musicians in South Africa. Coming from a highly musical family (his father, Ben, is the lead vocalist of the well-known Irish folk band, Drops of Brandy), he was immersed in Irish music for as long as he remembers. Having started on the Irish penny-whistle at the age of seven, he graduated up to the more difficult violin, specializing in Celtic and French-Canadian fiddle music.

He did not follow the conventional wedding music path, completing his Honours Degree in Business Studies and German, followed by a Masters Degree (M.Sc. Hons) in Interactive Media. In 2010, he located to Australia and toured as a lead soloist for the hugely successful “Rhythms of Ireland” Irish dance show throughout Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland. What was initially a stopover in Johannesburg became a permanent love affair for the country! Delaney now performs throughout the country as a highly sought-after wedding musician and event musician, both as a solo artist and with various, well-known musical groups from Gauteng.

 

Established and Sought After Wedding Violinist in South Africa

In a short space of time, David has been involved in many facets of the SA music industry, from performing with Sonja Herholdt, playing onstage in the stage version of Arthur Millar’s “The Crucible”, to recording on the soundtrack for the recent South African movie, “Babalas”. He has recently released a full studio album with the popular folk duo, “Beukes and Delaney”, whose compositions can be heard on radio stations nationwide. David is available as a wedding violinist throughout South Africa.

David Delaney possesses a spellbinding ability to push his instruments to the limit, giving the violin and flute new avenues of expression while complimenting his band’s steady core and vocals with beautiful harmonies and iconic motifs.

Hire a combination of Violin and Voice for your Wedding Music

Looking to hire a violinist in Johannesburg or surrounding provinces? Contact David Delaney to Request a Quote for your Wedding Music or Special Event. With no agencies involved, you get the best rate, the widest variety of music for your guests, and an unforgettable musical experience.