Lindsey Stirling

Lindsey Stirling is an American violinist, dancer, composer, and YouTube sensation who has carved out a unique niche in the music industry by combining classical violin with electronic dance music, dubstep, and hip-hop. Born on September 21, 1986, in Santa Ana, California, and raised in Gilbert, Arizona, Stirling began playing violin at age five and developed her signature style of performing choreographed dance routines while playing the instrument.

Stirling first gained national attention as a quarter-finalist on Season 5 of “America’s Got Talent” in 2010, where judge Piers Morgan told her she wasn’t good enough to succeed. Undeterred, she turned to YouTube and built a massive following by posting music videos featuring her unique blend of violin performance and dance. Her YouTube channel has amassed over 14 million subscribers and billions of views, making her one of the most successful independent musicians on the platform.

Her self-titled debut album, released in 2012, reached number one on the Billboard Classical and Dance/Electronic charts. Subsequent albums including “Shatter Me” (2014), “Brave Enough” (2016), “Artemis” (2019), and additional releases have all performed well commercially. She also competed on Season 25 of “Dancing with the Stars” in 2017, finishing as the runner-up. Stirling authored the book “The Only Pirate at the Party” in 2016, which became a bestseller.

As of 2026, Lindsey Stirling’s estimated net worth is approximately $12 million. Her income comes from album sales, extensive world tours, YouTube ad revenue, merchandise, book sales, and brand partnerships. She has proven that independent artists can achieve major commercial success through digital platforms and creative innovation.