Yoomia
Modern Violinist · Luxury Event Entertainer · Music Educator
An internationally recognised New Zealand violinist
A luxury events performer with over 16 years of industry experience. Her professional career has taken her across the Americas, Europe, Asia, the UK and Australasia.
Since 2011, an interest in modern music styles coupled with a desire to write her own music has seen her shift away from her classical roots, performing as Yoomia the Modern Violinist, with fresh electronic, latin, gypsy inspired original tunes on her electric violin.
Yoomia is a passionate music educator, dedicated to nurturing and mentoring the future generation of New Zealand's musicians. She has been a devoted violin teacher and music mentor since 2000.
Words from collaborators & clients
Florence Welch Florence and the Machine"You sounded amazing and look gorgeous!"
The Press Media Review"Rockstar violinist... Yoomia Sim is a modern violinist and music teacher with a difference"
Sunday Star Times Media Review"Step aside Vanessa Mae, there's a new violinist in town who has the looks and talent to rococo with you."
Darren Tait F&B Manager, Christchurch Casino"From day one your professionalism and communication were incredible... Class, High Energy & so engaging. You added something special to our evening."
TALI International MC / Songwriter"Working with Yoomia as an artist and friend is an absolute joy… she brings magical Diva like quality to the stage that people are always commenting on afterwards."
Sue Knight International Business Consultant / Author"No matter how many times I hear her play, her ability to connect with the feelings of the moment makes me shiver. She has a rare combination of talent, beauty, commitment to the moment..."
Michael Bell Producer / Owner, Orange Studio"I absolutely love working with Yoomia in the studio… she will sightread whatever chart I put in front of her very musically, and when we need to make tweaks, her musical understanding makes it quick, easy and painless. Such a violinist is rare. To top it off, her friendly and professional attitude makes working with her an all-round great experience."
Daniel General Manager, W Koh Samui"Your music and presence lit up the night at the WOOBAR at W Koh Samui"
Maxim Project Corporate Client"Yoomia — Modern Violinist is the classiest act ever! The music, electronic violin and the Swarovski heels… the whole package."
Tangovibe Corporate Client"It's fantastic to have such a star performer... We can highly recommend her as a professional performer that brings a full 100% to every performance."
CC Magazine Media Review"She happens to look like a supermodel but that's not all Yoomia Sim's got going for her… Musician with a difference"
Performing on the world stage
Sydney Opera House
1st Violinist with Michael Bolton & Florence and the Machine
International Tours
20+ countries across five continents — New York, Toronto, London, Paris, Istanbul, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Tokyo, Singapore & more
Celebrity Collaborations
Il Divo at Sydney Myer Ball; Olivia Newton-John at Melbourne Regent Theatre; Michael Bolton & Florence and the Machine at Sydney Opera House
University Lecturer
Lecturer and course co-ordinator at the University of Canterbury
Luxury Resort Residencies
Headlined four seasons of events at W Koh Samui, Thailand (2017–2019), plus Mulia Resort, Bali
Recording Artist
Debut album SHINE and original singles — electronic, latin & gypsy-inspired compositions for electric violin
Quake Shapes — Music Video
Filmed in Nape Nape, Canterbury. Yoomia's debut solo music video.
Set the perfect scene at your next luxury event
Corporate events, luxury private events, galas — across New Zealand, Australia, Bali, Thailand and beyond.
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