Wedding Violinist & Pianist at Tappan Hill Mansion

Julie Schatz has performed at the historic Tappan Hill Mansion in Tarrytown, with Hudson-facing terraces and formal ceremony lawns. Solo violin ceremonies, jazz piano cocktail hours, and full-day soloist coverage are all part of what Julie regularly delivers at Tappan Hill.

What Tappan Hill weddings sound like

Tappan Hill weddings often feel formal but warm. The Hudson-facing terrace works well for outdoor ceremonies with cinematic-modern processionals (A Thousand Years, Make You Feel My Love arranged for solo violin) paired with classical repertoire (Canon in D, Air on the G String) for the seating moments. The indoor ceremony space carries acoustic violin beautifully. Cocktail hour typically shifts to jazz piano with standards and contemporary R&B reimagined for the room. Many Tappan Hill weddings then hand off to a band or DJ for the reception.

Logistics for Tappan Hill weddings

Tappan Hill is in Tarrytown, Westchester County, which falls in the standard zone-pricing tier. Travel from Brooklyn is a routine same-day round trip via the Saw Mill. The wedding coordinators at Tappan Hill are seasoned; load-in for the ceremony rig is typically scheduled 60 to 90 minutes before guest arrival. The outdoor terrace setup uses the battery-powered amp for any ceremony above about 80 guests; indoor ceremonies in the mansion rooms rarely need amplification.

Pricing for Tappan Hill weddings

Tappan Hill Mansion falls in the standard zone-pricing tier:

• Solo violin ceremony coverage: $745
• Ceremony + cocktail hour: $1,100
• Full-day soloist (ceremony + cocktail + dinner): $1,950
• Soul Shades violin-and-piano duo for the ceremony: $2,550
• Soul Shades duo for ceremony + cocktail: $3,350

Custom song arrangements outside the standard repertoire are an add-on (+$200 per song; +$300 if you also want it as a featured violin arrangement). See full rate sheet →

Common questions about Tappan Hill bookings

Has Julie performed at Tappan Hill Mansion before?

Yes. Tappan Hill Mansion is on Julie's list of confirmed past venues. The full venue list across the New York tri-state is on the venues page.

Can you play outdoors at Tappan Hill?

The Hudson-facing terrace and formal lawn are regular outdoor ceremony locations. Battery-powered amplification is part of standard setup for ceremonies above about 80 guests or when river breeze becomes a factor. Wireless lavalier mics for officiants and vows are included on request, and the rain plan is coordinated with the venue's coordinator ahead of the date.

Can one musician cover both the ceremony and cocktail hour at Tappan Hill?

That is the most-booked Tappan Hill configuration. Solo violin for the ceremony, then a reset to jazz piano or violin-and-keyboard for cocktail hour. One musician means one load-in, one point of contact for the venue coordinator, and one combined fee instead of two separately booked ensembles.

How far in advance should we book Julie for Tappan Hill?

Tappan Hill Mansion is one of the most-requested wedding venues in Westchester. For Saturday weddings in peak season (May through October), 9 to 12 months out is typical. Fall foliage Saturdays (September and October) book the earliest.

Can Julie learn a custom song for the ceremony or first dance?

Almost always, yes. Custom song arrangements outside the 200-song repertoire are an add-on (+$200 per song, +$300 if you also want it as a featured arrangement). Submit the song reference with your inquiry; most songs can be arranged with 4 or more weeks of notice.

Do you cover other venues in the Westchester County area?

Yes. See the Westchester Weddings page for a list of other venues across the region, or send a quick inquiry with your specific venue.