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Our Services

The Beatles sang, "Can't Buy Me Love," but guess what? You totally can!

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Wedding Ceremony 

  • Welcome music as guests arrive

  • Processional music

  • Special moments (hymns, unity candle, etc.) 

  • Recessional music

  • Postlude music to get the party started

Starting at 1100

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Dinner/Reception

Music to set the mood for your dinner and/or reception. We include performing for your first dance, father/daughter dance, mother/son dance, and a sound system for toasts and speeches.

 

All day wedding coverage starts at 4000 

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Cocktail Hour

All your favorite music to delight and we even take requests on the spot. We even have exclusive set lists to inspire you and make your planning even easier. 
Add on drums to get the party started. We also offer amplification and electric instruments that wow!

Ceremony + cocktail hour starts at 2500

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Song Requests 

Looking for a special song? New music is  added to our 2000+ song list every day. We commission arrangements especially for you. Past requests include The Office Theme, Tupelo Honey by Van Morisson, Back That Thang Up (yes, really!), and more.

Classical Wedding Musicians

Our classical wedding musicians are incredibly versatile. We offer 20+ different wedding music groups, who perform everything from classical to pop music favorites. Choose from Electric, Amplified, or Acoustic to fit the size and space of your event beautifully. Click a group title to hear demos and view its library.

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Small Ensembles 
1-3 players

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Large Ensembles
4-14+ players

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Custom Ensembles

Like every love story, every wedding is unique. That's why we offer bespoke ensembles tailored to your needs. Let us create a personalized musical experience just for you.

Here's How It Works:

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Find out if we are available for your wedding day

Ready to elevate your wedding entertainment? We book 1-2 years in advance, so click below to find out if we’re available.

 

You’ll get an email back with a, “Yes, we can’t wait!” or a, “Sorry, we’re already booked,” asap.

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Choose your perfect
Ariana Strings ensemble

I will guide you so you know which string group is the perfect fit for your style, celebration, and will provide investment details. 

 

Then, Ariana will send over a proposal to make it official.

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Curate your setlist and plan with expert guidance 

Together, we'll create a set list that exceeds your expectations. I'll guide you through it all, so it'll be super easy. Don’t know what your guests will love? I do! We’ll cover all the details that make your wedding unforgettable, from the dreams you have of walking down the aisle to sipping champagne as a newly married couple.

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The little details that make a huge impact

These details are often afterthoughts, but they’re crucial! We know how important they are, so we have you totally covered. 

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Be heard

Ceremony Sound

Your friends and family want to hear your love story, so you need a great ceremony sound system: Professional microphones and speakers to pick up all the voices in your ceremony (like you, your officiant, and your readers).

 

Our Bose system ensures high-quality sound that is true to life, without altering the sound of your voice, and there's no need to worry about unpleasant interruptions like sudden feedback. 

 

No power source nearby? We've got you covered with battery-powered options.

Photo credit: Heather Renee Weddings (Left), Brittany Graff (top)

Support for Strings

Amplification

You found the best classical wedding musicians and truly should hear them! While our acoustic groups are heard well under most circumstances, there are spaces which benefit from the added boost. 

 

We perform on professional quality instruments designed for concert halls, which have unique acoustics. Traditional microphones and lavalier clip-ons are not designed for strings and detract from the music. After years of testing, we have amazing options: top-of-the-line electric instruments or acoustic instruments fitted with specialty pick-ups.

We've invested in top-of-the-line equipment so the warmth and velvety tone you love will still be there! 

Please note: For quality assurance, we do not utilize other DJs or venues' sound systems (We've even seen one's system short out entirely!) We only have one chance to get it right for your wedding day, so we bring our best equipment, which is properly maintained and tested for every event. 

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Custom Attire

Our standard attire is concert black, but we can always wear formal attire or match your wedding or event colors. Below are a few examples from past performances, but feel free to request any color. We love any excuse to glam it up!

Trusted by the best of the best

"Ariana has talent bursting from her ears! The way she plays violin and knows how to collaborate with the best people for her team is impeccable! She will bring a next level experience to your wedding."

Lauren, Owner, LA Page Makeup

  • How early will you arrive?
    It is so important to us to make sure your wedding day runs smoothly. Our players arrive at least 1 hour prior to your booking.
  • Do you need us to provide any special equipment?
    Just one armless chair per musician.
  • Can I request a special song?
    Absolutely! We learn new music for nearly every wedding and make custom arrangements for your ensemble.
  • Do you attend wedding rehearsals?
    With our experienced team, it's not necessary: We know how to time the music and will guide you on the big day. If it puts your mind at ease, you can hire us to attend your rehearsal. Please contact Ariana for a quote.
  • Can you play with a singer or the church organist?
    Of course! To give provide the highest level of service, we ask for all sheet music to be provided in advance and require a rehearsal. Please note, we have our own singers and instrumentalists available for you as well.
  • Do you accept last-minute bookings?
    For quality assurance, we can no longer accept bookings under 2 months' notice (for events from May - October).
  • Do you ever substitute musicians?
    In the unlikely (and unfortunate!) event that one of our core team members has an emergency, one of our guest artists will step in. These are players Ariana has personally vetted and rehearsed especially for your wedding day.
  • Do you need to take breaks?
    We do not need to take breaks for a ceremony. For longer bookings (like micro weddings where we play ceremony, cocktail hour, first dances, and reception), we plan our breaks to match with your toasts and speeches.
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