FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can you give us more information on wedding performances?
A: Weddings are considered to be events beginning with soft prelude music, generally 15 minutes before the wedding ceremony, and continuing with a recessional piece as the bridal party exits . We are happy to also play music during the wedding ceremony. If the ceremony is longer than what is stated in the contract, additional fees may apply.
Q: What if my wedding starts late?
A: It is completely understandable if a wedding is running a little late. We are happy to continue playing with an additional piece of music after the original start time. This is generally the amount of time needed to get back on schedule. If we happen to have an additional event scheduled later that day, we cannot stay longer than the time agreed upon and written in our contract due to our obligation to other clients.
Q: Does your quartet also play at the reception?
A: Yes, we can certainly play at the reception either immediately after an event as well as another location. If the reception is located at another venue, additional fees may apply.
Q: Does your quartet also come to rehearsals?
A: Yes, We are more than happy to attend rehearsals. Additional fees will apply for the extra time incurred.
Q: How can we secure your quartet to perform for our event?
A: A non-refundable deposit of $125 will hold the quartet for your event. Full payment is due two (2) weeks prior to event. Please fill out the "Contact Us" form on this Web page and Carla will contact you as soon as possible.
Q: What is the difference between a string quartet and a trio?
A STRING QUARTET (2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello) has a warm, rich sound loved & requested by many. A STRING TRIO (1 violin, 1 viola, 1 cello) has a light, more transparent sound, perfect for lighter occasions. Also, music repertoire for a quartet is generally more readily available than that of a trio, etc.
Q: Do you have any suggestions for music?
A. We would be more than happy to suggest music for your event. Many of our clients begin by taking a look at our list of music on our "Music" page. From here, we are more than happy to give you some possibilities and suggestions to help you create your ideal wedding or event.
Q: Can your musicians perform with, or accompany, other musicians such as a pianist or singer?
A. Yes. We have performed with many different ensembles over the years and have a broad experience with different types of musicians. A rehearsal can be scheduled just prior to the ceremony or we can schedule a different time for an additional fee.
Q: Can your quartet perform non-standard repertoire or unusual arrangements?
A: Yes. Please speak with our music coordinator so she can clear the request before a contract is signed. If the music is not in our library but is available for string instruments, there will be an additional fee for obtaining the music.
Q: Does your group perform outside?
A: While an outdoor wedding or event can be very beautiful, we do ask for an alternative venue in the case of inclement weather. Instruments must be protected from sun, heat, moisture, hot and cold temperatures.
Q: What equipment does your group need during your service?
A. Our quartet needs 4 comfortable chairs without arms when playing (3 chairs if trio, etc.). We provide our own music stands and music.
Q: Do we need to provide food for the musicians?
A: We ask you to provide food if the musicians play at your event for more than 2 hours or if a long distance is traveled.
Q: What forms of payment do you take?
A: At the moment, you may use Venmo, Zelle, check or cash.
Q: Do we need to tip the musicians?
A: Feel free to tip the musicians if you so choose.
RATES
Our rates begin at $200. Please email Carla at carla.violist@gmail.com for more details. We have several special package deals!
STRING QUARTET (2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello)
~ Warm, rich sound loved & requested by many
STRING TRIO (1 violin, 1 viola, 1 cello)
~ Light, more transparent sound, for lighter occasions
STRING DUO (1 violin or viola, 1 cello)
~ Background music for intimate indoor occasions of less than 20 people.*
*Some repertoire may not be available for duos or soloists.
Additional fees may apply if extensive travel is required.
Please contact us by email or call us (404-358-5827) for special arrangements or information.
WEDDING MUSIC SAMPLE IDEAS
PRELUDE
Cantabile ~ Tartini
Traumerei ~ R. Schumann
Romanza ~ Mozart
(From Eine Kleine Nachtmusik)
Flower Duet ~ Delibes
WEDDING PARTY
Air ~ Bach
Canon in D ~ Pachelbel
Perfect ~ Ed Sheeran
Largo ~ Handel
I See the Light ~ from Tangled
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring ~ Bach
On the Beautiful Blue Danube ~ Strauss
BRIDAL ENTRANCE
Canon in D ~ Pachelbel
Air On A G String ~ Bach
Winter ~ Vivaldi
(From the The Four Seasons)
Trumpet Voluntary ~ Clark
A Thousand Years ~ Christina Perri
Perfect ~ Ed Sheeran
Halo ~ Beyonce
Wedding March Lohengrin (Here Comes the Bride) ~ Wagner
BRIDE & GROOM RECESSIONAL
Wedding March ~ Mendelssohn
Trumpet Voluntary ~ Clark
Trumpet Tune ~ Purcell
I'm Yours ~ Jason Mraz
Here Comes the Sun ~ The Beatles
This will Be (An Everlasting Love) ~ Nat King Cole
COCKTAIL HOUR/RECEPTION
All of Me ~ John Legend
Skye Boat Song ~ “Outlander Theme”
Por Una Cabeza ~ Gardel/Lazaryeva
Just the Way You Are ~ Bruno Mars
What a Wonderful World ~ Louis Armstrong
(MORE IDEAS )
CLASSICAL
Air (Bach)
Arioso (Bach)
Arrival of the Queen of Sheba (Handel)
Bridal Chorus/Wedding March (Wagner)
Canon in D (Pachelbel)
Cantabile (Tartini)
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Serenata K525, (Mozart), I. Allegro II. Romance, III. Menuetto & Trio
Entrance of the Queen of Sheba (Handel, G.F.)
Four Seasons (Vivaldi)
Flower Duet from "Lakme" (Delibes/arr.)
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Bach)
La Rejouissance (Handel, G.F.)
Largo 'Aria' from Xerxes (Handel)
Meditation from Thais (Massenet)
Ode to Joy (Beethoven)
On the Beauiful Blue Danube (Strauss)
Palladio (Jenkins)
Pavane, opus 50 (Faure, Gabriel)
Por Una Cabeza from "Scent of A Woman" (Gardel/arr.)
Rondeau 'Masterpiece Theatre' (Mouret)
Spring from 'Four Seasons' (Vivaldi)
Thaxted (Holst)
Theme from Symphony No. 1 (Brahms)
Traumerei (Schumann)
Trumpet Voluntary 'Prince of Denmark' (Clarke)
Water Music Suite Selections (Handel)
Wachet auf (Bach)
Water Music: Hornpipe in D (Handel)
Water Music: Hornpipe in F (Handel)
Water Music: Air in D (Handel)
Water Music: Bourree in F (Handel)
Water Music: Royal Fireworks: La Paix (Handel)
Water Music: Royal Fireworks: Rejouissance (Handel)
Water Music: Royal Fireworks: Menuet in D Minor (Handel)
Wedding March (Mendelssohn)
Winter from 'Four Seasons' (Vivaldi)
SACRED & TRADITIONAL
Amazing Grace (Newton)
Ave Maria (Bach)
Ave Maria (Schubert)
Ave Verum Corpus K. 618 (Mozart)
La Paloma (Traditional Spanish Dance) Londonderry Air 'Danny Boy' (Irish Folk Song)
O Sole Mio (Capua)
Panis Angelicus (Franck)
Sheep Ma Safely Graze (Bach)
Skye Boat Song (Scottish Folk Song)
Te Deum (Charpentier)
Wedding March (Mendelssohn)
'Tis a Gift to be Simple (Shaker Tune)
CONTEMPORARY
All of Me (John Legend)
All You Need is Love (Beatles Arr.)
A Thousand Years (Christina Perry)
At Last (Etta James)
Beatiful Day (U2)
Besame Mucho (Velazquez)
Can't Take My Eyes Off You (Gaudio)
Count On Me (Bruno Mars)
From This Moment On (Twain/Lange)
Hallelujah (Jeff Buckley)
Halo (Beyonce)
Have I Told You Lately (Van Morrison)
I'm Yours (Jason Mraz)
Just the Way You Are (Bruno Mars)
Love Me Tender (Elvis)
Marry You (Bruno Mars)
Perfect ~ Ed Sheeran
September (Earth, Wind, and Fire)
Skye Boat Song (Scottish Folk Song)
The Entertainer (S. Joplin)
Yellow (Coldplay)
SACRED
All in a Garden Green (Traditional)
Amazing Grace (Newton)
Ashokan Farewell (Ungar)
Ave Maria (Bach or Schubert)
Ave Verum Corpus (Mozart)
Be Thou My Vision (Irish Melody)
Blessed Assurance (Crosby, Frances)
Come Thou Font of Every Blessing (Nettleson)
Great Is Thy Faithfulness (Runyan)
Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehova
Holy, Holy, Holy (Heber, Reginald)
La Paloma (Traditional Spanish Dance)
Londonderry Air 'Danny Boy' (Irish Folk Song)
O Perfect Love (Barnby,J.)
To A Wild Rose (MacDowell, Edward)
O Sole Mio (Capua)
Panis Angelicus (Franck)
Sheep May Safely Graze (Bach)
Skye Boat Song (Scottish Folk Song)
Te Deum (Charpentier)
The Lord's Prayer (Malotte/Moss)
To a Wild Rose (MacDowell)
Tis a Gift to be Simple (Shaker Tune) Wonderful