$85/hour
Shawn Vougeot is a classical violinist in the Twin Cities Metro area in Minnesota. She enjoys performing solo violin for weddings, private events, dinners, corporate parties, and other celebrations. Attached is her repertoire of music. She would love to add music to your special event!
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Purchase Shawn's "Streets" CD here.
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Shawn Vougeot
Singer/Violinist
Co-Founder of New World Women
Shawn Vougeot, on of three Cofounders of New World Women, is also an accomplished vocal performer and classical violinist. While attending the University of Minnesota to obtain her bachelor's degree in philosophy in 1997, she played violin with the University Symphony Orchestra.
After college graduation, Shawn landed numerous gigs singing the National Anthem and French-Canadian Anthem at multiple Major League baseball games while writing, arranging and locally recording her solo debut album “Streets,” which was released in 1997.
She snagged a major honor in 2003 when she won the national competition The Great American Songwriting Contest with “Walls of Glass,” a song she co-wrote with music industry producer. Dave Pickell. By coincidence they won the same competition two years later for their song “Let It Burn.”
In her own pop rock style, Shawn sang and played violin, locally with her band, She Has Issues until 2014. During this time, She Has Issues also recorded 12 television episodes of "Backstage," at Town Square Television (produced by Dan Mundt).
Shawn continues to offer violin performances for local events and weddings while focusing on her passion for empowering women through New World Women.
She attributes all of her musical success to the loving and encouraging support of her mother, Kari Turnbladh Simkins, and her brother, Jordan Simkins, both for whom she will forever be grateful.
Violin Performances by Shawn Vougeot
“Lovely Such a fantastic addition to our Christmas Eve cocktail party. Shawn is charming and a delightful violinist! She even encouraged some family singalongs despite OUR lack of talent. Engaging, talented and lovely…Shawn would definitely bring magic to your event!” ~ Pam C, Hugo, MN
“People here are still commenting on how special the music was… Your musical skills are amazing. I really enjoyed being part of your back-up band. But, as I said on Sunday, your Spirit may have been your most valuable contribution! I will continue to look for ways that we can make music together again, soon.” ~ John Koziol, Music Director, White Bear Lake United Methodist Church
“Shawn was great to work with! She even learned a special solo piece for our Easter service, and played it beautifully. On top of it all, Shawn is simply a kind person to talk to and collaborate with. Would highly recommend for any music performance needs.” ~Pastor Andrew Bonsell, Forest Lake, MN
“Shawn played violin at our ceremony and it was a highlight of the whole day. She also offered to learn one new song for us and we asked for "Never Enough" from the greatest showman at the last minute... she learned it in under a week! Our families talked about how cool it was to hear modern songs in such a moving, unique way... 10/10! Would hire her again in a heartbeat.” ~ Abby D., MN
"Shawn was wonderful from start to finish! We had requested two songs that she hadn't heard of and the outcome was just beautiful! Our ceremony was so amazing thanks to the lovely music that Shawn was able to provide! Don't hesitate to book her, she is truly a wonderful violinist and human!" ~ Elle A., Pepin, WI
"Shawn did an amazing job. She was just perfect at the wedding. We were so thankful she was available for the wedding." ~ Kari E., St. Paul, MN
"Shawn recently performed at my wedding ceremony. With the Autumn weather around us and her graceful performance my ceremony came out to be the most romantic moment that I have ever experienced. The music was clear, soft, and full of feeling. I highly highly recommend Shawn. Her kind personality and professionalism superseded all expectations! Thank you Shawn!" ~Raquel C., St. Paul, MN
"Shawn was absolutely perfect for our wedding ceremony. We picked a few songs that were meaningful to us that Shawn learned for our ceremony and they sounded just beautiful. All of our guests kept commenting on how stunning the music was at our ceremony. We couldn’t be happier!" ~Mikki and Sergio, St. Paul, MN
