Biography

Kelly Jozwiak is one of the most versatile violinists in the industry. Coming from a family of professional musicians, Kelly’s involvement in music began at age three when her parents enrolled her in Suzuki violin lessons. Kelly has decades of classical violin training, along with years of rock, fiddle, middle-eastern, and jazz violin as well as piano and voice. In 2012, She was honored with a generous scholarship to Berklee College of Music, which set her on a path to a lifelong performing career. 

             In Chicago, Kelly worked as a recurring musician in the hit Fox TV show, Empire, playing with Terrance Howard. She worked with other artists such as Burna Boy, Siedah Garrett, Patti Austin, Bill Whelan, and John Oates of Hall and Oates. She has performed at iconic music festivals and venues such as Red Rocks, Lollapalooza and Electric Forest with Grammy nominated artist, KYGO. One of Kelly’s passions is playing as a pit musician for musicals. She has played for shows such as West Side Story, Jesus Christ Super Star, A Little Princess and Sondheim On Sondheim. As a Suzuki trained teacher, Kelly is inspired everyday by her violin, viola and piano students. 

            In 2020, Kelly started a successful entertainment company, 3rd Coast Live, with a fellow musician. Providing music for weddings and leaving a special touch for each couple is something she has always enjoyed. Kelly’s career continues to evolve as a business owner, soloist, pit/session musician, contractor and more.