Golden Strings
From £475
Golden Strings' symphonic and sweet-sounding arrangements will captivate everyone in their vicinity. This group of highly-trained musicians formed at The Royal...
Portobello Strings
From £610
Portobello Strings are an accomplished string ensemble with a mastery that's difficult to match. A highly professional collective...
Atlantis Strings
From £480
Experience the wonderful and charming arrangements of Atlantis Strings, a professional string quartet for hire in the South. Atlantis...
Vivid Strings
From £750
Vivid Strings are celebrated string quartet virtuosos with enchanting energy. A charming and highly composed string ensemble, Vivid strings are the perfect...
Royal Ensemble
From £820
A captivating group of professional string musicians for hire. Royal Ensemble are an experienced string ensemble with the versatility to offer a range of acoustic...
Electric Ladies
From £1875
A highly talented electric string quartet with LED lights built into their instruments. Electric Ladies are the perfect live...
Velvet Strings
From £380
A silky smooth, glamourous string ensemble with a stylish repertoire. Velvet Strings offer contemporary and classical music performed by highly skilled and experienced...
Euphoria Strings
From £550
A versatile ensemble, Euphoria Strings crosses classical, rock, and pop boundaries. Euphoria Strings are a professional group of string...
Austen Quartet
From £610
Impassioned string ensemble with a vibrant repertoire of songs. Austen Quartet are an established string ensemble covering contemporary music from shows such as...
Northern Lights Quartet
From £595
An elegant, passionate and professionally trained string ensemble. Northern Lights Quartet comprises the highest quality string players...
Grand Central Strings
From £405
Highly polished & exceptionally talented string ensemble. Grand Central Strings comprises some of London's finest professional string...
Savannah Strings
From £655
Sophisticated & sentimental string ensemble covering the classics. A professional collective of string musicians makes up this fine...
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Bella Corda Ensemble
From £525
A highly professional ensemble primed to bring a magical touch to proceedings. With their extensive performance experience, Bella Corda...
Yorkshire Rose Quartet
From £715
Established string ensemble performing unique arrangements of popular songs. Yorkshire Rose Quartet are a professional string ensemble...
Cassidy Strings
From £715
Highly skilled string ensemble covering a diverse range of music. Cassidy Strings are a professional and diverse group with 20 years...
Cinema Strings Quartet
From £745
Illuminating string ensemble providing world-class performances. The Cinema Strings Quartet are a premier Scottish string quartet...
Bow & Strings
From £425
Dynamic and professional string duo. Bow & Strings are a passionate string duo with elite classical training performing at events...
Opal Strings
From £890
Professionally trained string ensemble boasting a vast repertoire. Opal Strings first crossed paths at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, where their shared passion...
String Quartet FAQs

Looking to hire a string quartet but not quite sure where to start? Below you'll find answers to some of the most common queries about our string quartets for hire.

How much does it cost to hire a string quartet?

Several factors affect the price of a string quartet, for example, travelling distance, the musicians' experience, and the popularity of the ensemble.

The average price of a string quartet for a wedding is between £650 and £1000. This fee would typically cover guest arrival, ceremony music and the afternoon drinks reception.

Which instruments make up a String Quartet?

A string quartet typically features four musicians to include two violin players, a viola player and a cellist. The violinists take on the main melodies with mid-range and bass parts taken on by the viola player and cellist.

Will my string quartet learn a song request for our wedding ceremony?

Learning a specific song for your occasion is something all of our string ensembles are happy to accommodate, whether it be a traditional classical piece or contemporary number.

If your song request isn't already in the quartet's repertoire, there may be a small additional cost to purchase sheet music. In some cases where no song arrangement exists, a member of the band may need to produce a bespoke arrangement for the piece and charge for their time accordingly.

Do you offer smaller string ensembles such as string duos and trios?

Many of our string ensembles also offer alternative line-ups such as string duos and string trios, perfect for wedding ceremonies and receptions with limited space or a small number of guests.

We also represent a range of highly talented solo violinists, performing either acoustically or with backing tracks.

Will the string quartet need amplification?

Our string quartets don't usually require amplification. The instruments' natural resonance will create a warm and rich sound, perfect for ceremony music and background music.

How long does a wedding string quartet perform for?

All of our wedding string quartets offer bespoke quotes to work with your schedule. As a general guide, you may decide to have your string quartet perform for the following:

  • Prelude: 15-25 minutes performance before the ceremony as guests arrive
  • Processional & Bridal Entrance song: The all-important song as the bridesmaids and bride enters
  • Interlude / Signing of the Registers: Two or three songs during the signing of the registers
  • Recessional: A final piece of music as the bride and groom exit followed by the wedding party and their guests
  • One hour during the drinks reception (cocktail hour)

Our string ensembles are also regularly booked to perform ambient string quartet music throughout the wedding breakfast, charging for the total time spent at the venue.

Can my string quartet perform outside?

Yes, all of our string quartets are happy to perform outside under the right conditions. We politely request that a small gazebo or large umbrella is provided to protect the musicians from unexpected rain and direct sunlight which can damage their instruments.

Do you offer string quartets near me?

We represent a wide roster of professional string quartets in every corner of the UK. To find local string quartets in your region, please enter your location in the search bar at the top of the page.

Where can I find out more information about string quartets?

For more information on string quartets, head on over to our String Quartet Booking Guide blog.

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The Bands For Hire service was very prompt and efficient. I specifically chose Olympia Ensemble as I loved their modern, fresh sound and the wide range of music that they offered. Some quartets are 'stuffy' and old fashioned - not Olympia Ensemble! Everything was perfect from start to finish - they gave us a huge range of music, from classical, jazz and pop, there was something for everyone.

Katherine - Wedding Reception
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