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Adam Stewart

Adam Stewart is a distinguished violinist based in Anchorage, Alaska, known for providing elegant musical experiences for weddings and luxury private events.

 

With almost 40 years of dedicated study and 20 years of professional performance experience, Adam brings a level of artistry and sophistication that elevates each occasion. His playing is defined by a warm, expressive tone and a refined musical sensitivity, allowing him to seamlessly enhance both intimate moments and grand celebrations.

 

Adam’s performance career includes appearances on internationally recognized stages such as the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, the Moscow Jazz Festival in Russia, and the U.S. Ambassador residences in Mexico City and Brasília. These prestigious engagements reflect a standard of excellence and professionalism that clients trust for their most meaningful events.

 

Specializing in weddings and curated private experiences, Adam offers thoughtfully tailored performances designed to complement each client’s unique vision. His repertoire spans classical masterpieces, modern favorites, and custom arrangements, allowing for a seamless blend of timeless elegance and personal expression.

In addition to his performance work, Adam is a highly respected music educator with over 20 years of experience teaching privately, and 7 years as the Orchestra Director for Polaris K-12 in the Anchorage School District. He is known for cultivating both technical excellence and expressive artistry.

Whether performing for a wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, or exclusive gathering, Adam Stewart delivers a polished and memorable musical experience defined by professionalism, artistry, and attention to detail.

Experience

Country Artists

Recordings

Ken Peltier (AlasKen Country) 2016-2026

Craig Morgan (Black River Entertainment) 2011-2012

Chris Cagle (Bigger Picture Music Group) 2011-2012

Laura Bell Bundy (Mercury Records) 2011

 

LoCash Cowboys (Stroudavarious Records) 2011

Bradley Gaskin (Columbia Records Nashville) 2011, 2012

 

Darren Warren (NuCorp Entertainment, LLC) 2012

 

Derryl Perry (Lonesome Devil Records) 2009-2015

 

Hope Cassity (NCMA Best New Female Vocalist 2015) 2012-2015

Anchorage Symphony Orchestra 2008, 2015-2016

 

Shoals Symphony Orchestra - University of North Alabama 2013-2014

 

University of Northern Colorado Opera Pit Orchestra 2006-2009

University of Northern Colorado Symphony Orchestra 2003-2008

All-Northwest Regional Orchestra 2002

Crazy For You (Musical) Pit Orchestra 2002

Anchorage Youth Symphony 1999-2003

Alaska All-State Orchestra 1999-2002

Robert Service High School Orchestra 1999-2003

Anchorage Junior Youth Symphony 1997-1999



​Hanshew Middle School Orchestra 1997-1999

Anchorage School District Elementary Honor Orchestra 1996-1997

O'malley Elementary Orchestra 1991-1997

Symphony Orchestras

Travis Watson (Skeeters In My Whiskey) 2025

Cooker (Hyperlocal Vegetable "Pre-Spring") 2025

Great Peacock (Forever Worse Better - "Help Me Lord") 2020

Nashville: The band (Like It) 2015

Great Peacock (Making Ghosts - Full Length Album) 2015

Justin Alan Black Band (Full Lenght Album) 2014

A.L.A. (The Couch Sessions CD) 2014

 

Annie Lawrence (Full Length Album) 2014

 

Josh Rogers (Album) 2013

 

Blended 328 (Demo) 2012



Great Peacock (Debut EP) 2012

Amber Hays (Demo) 2012

Heath Davidson (EP) 2012

Drury Peek (Whistle Back CD) 2011

Dom Weir (After The Flood CD) 2011

Derryl Perry (Rowdy CD) 2011

Derryl Perry (Love & Adrenaline CD) 2011

Grady Nickel (EP) 2010

Blended 328 (EP) 2010

Josh Rogers (Demo CD) 2010

Angels Of Babylon (Kingdom Of Evil CD) 2009

Pearl Street Confessions (EP) 2009

Marian Call (Got To Fly CD) 2008

Chess, The Musical (Symphonic Opera Demo) 2007

Bekah Glad (EP) 2007

Erik Johnson & The Country Contraband (Demo CD) 2006

Boyce Burley (EP) 2006-2008

Zachary James (The Last Great Golden Temptation CD) 2004

Groups

Ken Peltier Band 2016-2026

 

High Road III (2015 AGM Female Vocal Group of the Year) 2014

 

A.L.A. 2012-2015

 

Great Peacock (This Is American Music) 2012-2014



Hillbilly Authority 2012

Blended328 (One World Country Girl Entertainment) 2009-2014

Pearl Street Confessions 2008-2012

ZydeCohos (Cajun/Zydeco Band) 2008

Cliffside Community Church Band 2008

Turn 4 (Americana Band) 2005

The Green Bean Boys (Bluegrass Band) 2005

University of Northern Colorado Jazz Combos 2004-2005

University of Northern Colorado String Ensembles 2003-2006

The-Whaler-Bar House Band 2003

Robert Service High School Jazz Band 2002-2003

Blue Ridge Rascals 2002-2003

Robert Service High School Steel Drum Band 2002

HGQ String Quartet 1999-2003

Seat-of-our-Pants Folk Band 1997-2002

Hanshew Middle School Jazz Band 1997-1999

Hanshew Middle School String Quartet 1997-1999

Adam Stewart - Ethan Barske Violin & Piano Duo 1995-2003

Awards

​Downbeat Music Award for Best U.S. College Symphony Orchestra

  • University of Northern Colorado Symphony Orchestra 2004-2006

Heritage Jazz Festival 2003 Gold Medallion Award

  • Robert Service High School Jazz Band (Electric Violin)

Alaska State Fair Fiddling Competition

  •  (2nd in Youth Division, 3rd Overall) 2003

Anchorage School District MS Composition Competition Award

  •  "Fiddler's Fantasy" 1997

Anchorage School District Elementary Composition Competition Award

  •  "O'malley River Jig" 1996

Reflections Award for Best Song

  •  "If I Could Give the World a Gift" 1993

Teaching Experience

Anchorage School District - Fine Arts - Orchestra Director 2019-2026

Alaskan Fiddler Music Solutions (Anchorage, AK) 2015-2026

Pro Music Academy (Nashville, TN) 2014 - 2015

 

US Embassy of Brasilia English Immersion Program (Brasilia, BRZL) 2013

 

Birchwood String Camp (Anchorage, AK) 2008, 2016, 2019

Bearfoot Bluegrass Camps For Kids (Alaska) 2004, 2006, 2007

Alaska City Folk Arts Camp (Anchorage, AK) 1998-2008, 2011, 2026

Music Star Studios (Nashville, TN) 2009

AJS Studios (Anchorage, AK; Greeley, CO) 2002-2008

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