My Work
Session Work
I am an experienced session musician able to work to suit your needs, from a simple fiddle solo over your tune to a lush orchestral arrangement. If you’re looking for a session musician in Philadelphia, or a remote session artist anywhere in the world, let’s talk. Learn More
My Playing
Since the age of 13, I’ve enjoyed performing in the Philadelphia area with musicians of all genres. If you’re seeking a talented musician to bring a memorable performance to your next event or you’re an artist yourself looking to bring on a violinist for your own performance or project, let’s talk. Learn More
What People Are Saying
“I always look forward to calling Jake in on a client’s project. Jake brings to any session a unique perspective and invaluable input. Clients enjoy his candor and vast experience with composition and every project completed here is better with the inclusion of Jake on the task.”
— Greg Brady (Studio 1311)
“Jake is a rare talent and a true professional. His passion and creativity shine through on every project making him a joy to work with! He is our go-to guy for strings or general creative input.”
— Caleb and Carolyn
“Jake L’Armand’s violin playing is genuinely passionate, imaginative, and expressive. He can really swing; he crafts well-informed melodic and harmonic solos that are memorable, with a rock-solid rhythmic feel, and a technique that is true and articulate. Jake is a notable violinist and an outstandingly well-rounded musician.”
— Diane Monroe
"Jake is a well-versed, all-around musician, comfortable in many different styles. He continues to grow and expand as a player, broadening his horizons and expanding his already considerable range. His playing is unique, and he brings a professional attitude to any situation. He also has a great sense of humor, which makes him a joy to work with!"
— Matt Glaser (Artistic Director, Berklee College of Music)
“Jake is kind and methodical, patient and rigorous. He has taught two of my children on both violin and viola for several years. Jake brings intelligence and a native genius for music to his instruction. He inspires his students while also affording them clear guideposts by which to measure their own progress, and his approach to practice helps my children, not only as musicians, but in many parts of their lives. It is not unusual for one of them, when faced with a difficult problem in music, school, or athletics, to ask “How would Jake break this down?” and then to devise a strategy for solving what had previously felt like an unsolvable problem. I recommend Jake without hesitation.”
— Sara K. (Parent of students)
“Jake is a patient teacher who meets his students at their level of skill and maturity, learning style, and area of interest with expertise, kindness, and understanding, even when they do not practice enough. He knows that most kids must juggle multiple extracurriculars with school work and strives to make music enjoyable. Along with regular lessons, Jake offers optional audition prep, recitals, performance opportunities, and small focus groups.”