Isabella Baker - Strings

String Sections to Solo Violin

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A sought-after violinist in the North of England, I have worked with top producers and artists around the world, and had my strings played on international television & radio. Being experienced in all genres of music, I can help you bring your songs to life with high-quality professional arrangements - remotely or in the studio.

A young, multi-genre violinist who specialises in pop, hip-hop, and improv, I’ve always been passionate about collaboration in music. Working with artists of all genres, I've had my string arrangements featured on multiple acclaimed radio and television outlets over the years.

I have a classical honours degree from the Royal Northern College of Music, and previously studied at the prestigious Chetham’s School of Music. Despite my classical upbringing, I'm a professional session musician who works on a daily basis within all different genres, with artists all over the world, to provide top-quality string arrangements for their songs.

With professional experience in composition, arranging and improvisation, I can provide you with the perfect balance of strings for your project - whether it’s an RnB track or a long film project. I am down-to-Earth, easy to get on with and will get your strings to you in record time!

My rates are very manageable for any artist, and I love to help in any way I can. I can work from home using professional equipment, as well as travel to any studio.

Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Credits

Discogs verified credits for Isabella Baker
  • Andy McCutcheon
  • Various
  • Jasmine Myra
  • The Orielles
  • Al Kent
  • Strawberry Guy
  • Callum Beattie
  • Al Kent
  • Al Kent
  • Al Kent
  • Jasmine Myra

Languages

  • English

26 Reviews - 4 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by CroonerEd
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    Isabella is great to work with. She's not only very talented, but quickly gets a sense for what you're after and lets her playing do the rest. She is also prompt and good with communicating. Highly recommend.

  2. Review by Daniel T.
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    Awesome strings player, highly recommended!!

  3. Review by David G.
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    Isabella is simply the best artist I have ever worked with at adding strings!

  4. Review by Daniel T.
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    Once again Isabella has done an amazing job. Very talented and highly recommended. Very professional and easy to work with.

  5. Review by Lucas
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    Isabella understood my project and delivered exactly what I envisioned, can't wait to work with her again soon!

  6. Review by Timo W.
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    Isabella plays so expressively. She helped bring my piece to life and put a lot of thought into her contribution. Very pleased.

  7. Review by Dan
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    Very fast turn around for me. Lovely to work with and an amazing strings player. Played everything exactly as per notation provided and as requested.

  8. Review by Daniel T.
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    Isabella did and absolutely beautiful job for me. Highly recommend.

  9. Review by David G.
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    A classic violinist with an ability to rock. I love working with Isabella!

  10. Review by Kyla S.
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    Isabella is extremely professional and so talented! Highly recommend her work and would love to work with her again in the future :)

  11. Review by David G.
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    When people ask how I get my recordings to sound so professional, I tell them I have a secret weapon, her name is Isabella. I know that sounds corny but it's absolutely true. A great musician with a producers ear.

  12. Review by David G.
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    Another great job on my song. An awesome player with an awesome ear for where the strings should go.

  13. Review by David G.
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    I asked Isabella if she could add any strings to enhance my country/rock demo and she said she could play a fiddle part, and that's exactly what she did. She makes everything she plays on sound so much more professional.

  14. Review by David G.
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    Another expert string section by Isabella!

  15. Review by David Guinn
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    This was my first time using Isabella, I can promise you it will not be the last. Such a pleasure to work with and her talent is off the charts with a very fast turnaround. Huge thumbs up!

  16. Review by Andrew M.
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    Isabella's arrangements and performances add depth, harmonic complexity, and texture that ... well, just sound freakin' amazing! Plus, she's a wonderful person to work with. I highly recommend Isabella for all your string needs!

  17. Review by Andrew M.
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    Another gorgeous string arrangement from Isabella! It's always an absolute pleasure to work with Isabella. The work is first rate, she's a great communicator, and she always brings an element of magic and surprise to everything she does. I highly recommend!

  18. Review by Andrew M.
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    Another gorgeous string arrangement from Isabella! I always enjoy working with Isabella. She's a great communicator, easy to work with, and always delivers an amazing performance! I highly recommend her!

  19. Review by Ewan K.
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    Absolutely perfect. That's the review.

  20. Review by Micah C.
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    Isabella is amazing -- an absolutely joy to work with! She infused life into my composition and elevated it beyond expectations. Will definitely be hiring her again!

Interview with Isabella Baker - Strings

  1. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  2. A: I promise to fully dedicate myself to your project, and treat it as if it were my own.

  3. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  4. A: My favourite part has to be hearing the final product - the feeling of getting a final master back, a year or two after recording it, is just amazing!

  5. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  6. A: I always begin by asking about the background of their project - what influences do you have, who do you love listening to, and what is the meaning behind your music? It's so important!

  7. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  8. A: String arrangers are like any composer - we all have a unique style, and you have to find the right one for your music. It's vital that you get someone who can understand your vision!

  9. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  10. A: I have been playing violin since the age of 7, and after being classically trained from a young age at Chetham's School of Music and the Royal Northern College of Music, my love for improv and arranging led me to becoming a professional session musician.

  11. Q: How would you describe your style?

  12. A: Fresh, imaginative and unique.

  13. Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

  14. A: Too many to define just one!

  15. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  16. A: Quite literally everything! Pop, RnB, hip-hop, rock, folk, indie, soul, disco, classical, Neo-soul, acoustic, house, jazz - you name it!

  17. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  18. A: My strongest skill is my ability to tastefully add strings to a song without overpowering the singer or main instrument (unless asked otherwise). This is a hard skill to refine, and I have spent years of my professional career satisfying clients by always giving the 'right' amount to their projects.

  19. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  20. A: I like to think that I add a new dimension to a song - the sound of a string section has an incredible way of making a track sound more 'three-dimensional' and I always endeavour to do this! I also try to give people's songs a unique sound, something that they can use to stand out from others.

  21. Q: What's your typical work process?

  22. A: I often begin with an 'ideas' session where I'll improvise along to the track (if there isn't already an arrangement written). I then take ideas I like in each section and work on harmonising, improving and expanding on them, building up layers until I achieve the sound I want. With solo lines, I tend to improvise a few takes and then include any stand-out melodies in my final draft.

  23. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  24. A: I like to keep a simple setup, that works extremely well for strings. I mostly use Aston microphones to record violin & viola, with a Scarlett audio interface and Logic Pro X in a sound-treated room. I also have access to professional studios in the North West.

  25. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  26. A: I am always inspired by artists who use clever string arrangements in their projects - particularly Radiohead, Dua Lipa, Ariana Grande, Sleeping At Last, Childish Gambino - the list is endless.

  27. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  28. A: I work with a wide range of genres arranging strings & recording them in my home studio. This can involve full orchestral string sections, to fiddle solos, to RnB/neo-soul/disco riffs - something for everyone!

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*Fees depend on size & length of project. Typical turn-around time ranges between 2-10 days, depending on project size. Recordings can be completed with 24-hour turn-around if needed for a higher fee.

Gear Highlights
  • sE VR2 Voodoo Ribbon Mic
  • Aston Spirit
  • DPA microphone
  • Acoustic & Electric Violin
  • Pedals
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