Musical Heart Strings Reviews
Reviews
5.0 out of 5 rating
![WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner]()
5.0 out of 5 rating
141 Reviews
100% recommend it
Awards
-
Featured
![Arianna]()
Arianna H. Sent on 12/08/2023Friendly and professional Musicians
We had the absolute pleasure of having Musical Heart Strings perform at our wedding, and we couldn't have asked for a more magical experience. From the ceremony to the cocktail hour, their musical talent added an enchanting touch to our special day.
The duo's ability to create a beautiful atmosphere was remarkable. The ceremony music was both elegant and emotionally moving, setting the perfect tone for our vows. During the cocktail hour, their versatile repertoire had a few people, in the spirit of the holidays.
Not only were they incredibly skilled musicians, but their professionalism and flexibility made the planning process a breeze. They took the time to understand what we wanted and answer any questions we had.
If you're looking for talented, professional, and personable musicians to elevate your wedding day, Musical Heart Strings are the perfect choice.Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Wow Arianna, this review is so thoughtful. Thank you so much for choosing Musical Heart Strings to be part of your special day. Your wedding was beautiful and fun, and you and your husband looked amazing on your wedding day. Congratulations!!! -
Donna M. Sent on 04/26/2024
SFCH Elopement
They were wonderful to work with! Very thorough and flexible. They played absolutely beautifully for our day! I highly recommend! Gretchen made everything so easy. 😊Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Thank you so much Donna. You both looked so beautiful on your wedding day. It was so lovely! We were so honored to be a part of such an intimate occasion! -
-
![gweasley]()
Jennifer L. Sent on 12/31/2023Musical Heartstrings means perfect music for a perfect day
Look no further and hire Musical Heartstrings, full stop. We had Gretchen and Kerry play cello and violin respectively for our November wedding at the Brazil Room in Berkeley. I love stressful situations only because they tend to be very revealing in terms of people’s character, and great character is important when you’re working on a potentially very stressful event like a wedding. Well, two weeks before the wedding, the groom decided to veto a key piece of music that was going to be part of my vows. Within a tight timeframe (and our limited budget), Gretchen took the initiative to search for a musical score that would suit a backup piece of my choosing and got me and Kerry into her home for a last-minute rehearsal. They didn’t have to do any of this and yet they did. I am forever grateful for their grace, support, and willingness to accommodate us when they didn’t have to.
From the beginning, Gretchen was so communicative and well-organized, and I just loved the sheer volume of samples on their website (which was also very mobile-friendly). Other than our caterer, Gretchen was the most communicative and on-top-of-it vendor I worked with. It was so enjoyable working with both her and Kerry and they played beautifully for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. They played everything from pieces from The Hobbit to Lady Gaga, and many other selections from their extensive repertoire. Now, I am looking forward to hopefully having Gretchen as my cello teacher. Excellent musicians, excellent people. Lots of love to musical heartstrings!Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Awwww... Jenny, you were such a delight. We felt so sorry for you that your husband vetoed your song. We had to make it all work out so your day would still be as wonderful as you always dreamed. We wish you a life time of happiness and no more vetoes! -
-
Elisa S. Sent on 12/29/2023
Perfect, Personalized Strings for Outdoor Wedding
We were so happy that we engaged cello/violin duo Gretchen and Kerry to play our wedding ceremony and the subsequent cocktail hour. Their musical was exactly what we needed for the outdoor festivities!!! They truly set the vibe of the ceremony/cocktails. They were a dream to work with: super responsive in customizing their set list to our preferences. Will recommend them to all of our friends in the Sonoma/Napa area!Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Thank you so much for these kind words! Your wedding was gorgeous, you both looked very elegant and beautiful, your vows were ever so memorable, your guests were a delight, and we had the best time. Thank you also for posting such a lovely photo with your testimonial! We wish you the best New Year ever!!! -
-
Jingjing H. Sent on 07/28/2023
Beautiful music and vibe for my wedding!
Gretchen and Kerry played string duo for our wedding, it was such a success and I could not appreciate them more! They are super responsive and skillful throughout the process, from initial inquiry, to signing the contract, to choosing the music, finalizing small details, and performing on the event day. The music was so beautiful and energetic, which created a unique vibe throughout the day and all my guests loved it! More importantly, I sincerely appreciate their flexibility to play over time for the reception. The music really made a difference. I highly recommend them!Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Jingjing, we are humbled by these kind words. Your wedding was so beautiful, and you were both such a delightful couple. We were so honored that you wanted us for another hour. It was our pleasure. Thank you for choosing Musical Heart Strings for your special day. -
-
![Deborah Schissell]()
Deborah S. Sent on 06/23/2023Perfection!
Musical Heart Strings is magical! They are very professional and responsive, and played beautifully. Also very professional and responsive. They worked with us to Taylor the music to exactly what we wanted. Very prompt, and communicated with our venue directly which was a big help. These are accomplished professional musicians who will make your day even more special. Highly recommend!Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Thank you Deborah! Your daughter's wedding was so beautiful. You should be proud with your contributions to this wedding. You helped bring it to new levels. Thank you for hiring Musical Heart Strings to be a part of it! -
![Stephanie]()
Stephanie K. Sent on 06/28/2023Simply Wonderful
We are so happy with the performance that Gretchen and her string quartet brought to our wedding. We had them play for our ceremony and cocktail hour. They had such a wide selection of music with a few of my favorites already in their repertoire. My husband and I have a special attachment to Ghibli films, and so we felt like it was a must to request some special arrangements from our favorite films. Gretchen arranged beautiful pieces from “The Wind Rises” and “Howl’s Moving Castle” to play during our ceremony. Gretchen made special effort to ensure that we heard the arrangements in its entirety, and she even played for us when we were taking bridal party photos before guests arrive!
Gretchen also made an extra special arrangement for my bridal procession where she included by favorite section of the piece, and played it at the right moment during my walk. The timing couldn’t have been better.
Their performance was everything we had hoped for. We even had our guests come up to us to ask where we found such talented musicians!
After they finished playing, Gretchen greeted and congratulated us personally, which we appreciated
All of these small gestures mean so much to us. Working with Musical Heart Strings was such a joy, from beginning to end.
Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Awwww Stephanie, this review brought tears to my eyes. You are the best! Your choice in music selections was amazing! Your arrangement commissions are now some of our favorite pieces in our repertoire, and judging by how much people are requesting them, we're not alone. Thanks again for giving us the opportunity to be a part of your wedding. -
![Valentina]()
Valentina Sent on 10/22/2022So magical
Thank you to Grethen and Kerry - 2 beautiful and talented women. They made our ceremony, cocktail and dinner so unique with their vast repertoire. They know honestly ALL songs 💕 We also made them learn 2 of our special songs. Honestly, everything was also magic thank to them. We are very thankful!Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Thank you so much Valentina for this lovely sentiment and for hiring Musical Heart Strings for your special occasion. Your Napa valley wedding was so lovely! We wish you all the best. -
-
Ali T. Sent on 11/16/2022
Outstanding quartet!!!!
Wow! Musical heart strings was outstanding! Getting chills all over again thinking about how special they made our wedding day. The musical heart strings quartet played for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. They made each event very memorable. They have an amazing song selection list, and are so talented. The ceremony music exceeded our expectations. The cocktail hour music fit our request perfectly (classy, fun, timeless). Could not recommend this group enough. They are so kind and enjoyable to work with.Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Awww.... Your wedding was so fun. Thank you for the photos! We're so happy that we were able to play outside and amp our music inside since your wedding was so large. That worked out perfectly and as a result, you got a lot more music because all we had to move for the cocktail hour was the amplifier! We were delighted that we managed to play everything on your list. We wish you all the best! -
-
![Dawn]()
Dawn R. Sent on 09/21/2022Exquisite and divine
Gretchen is a delight to work with. Extremely talented musicians. I requested a string trio with amplification and foot percussions. Boy did they deliver and then some. Aside from a huge repertoire to choose from, they sound amazing. They made our garden reception exquisite. Music of angels. For some reason they make covers sound divine. I believe that music is a universal language and a vehicle that brings the heavens and the earth together. I would not hesitate to book them. But book far in advance.Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Oh my gosh Dawn.... these words are so lovely. Thank you. And thank you for hiring us for your daughter's wedding reception. It was so lovely and your home and garden is so gorgeous. We hope to play for you again! -
-
![Forrest]()
Forrest J. Sent on 11/21/2022Great Wedding Music
Musical Heart Strings was a perfect addition to our wedding! We had their full string quartet at our outdoor event.
The communication before the event was very responsive and helpful. We discussed a detailed plan for the ceremony music, as well as a set list for the cocktail hour. I asked for Gilbert and Sullivan music to go with our nautically-themed wedding and they were able to acquire and arrange several more G&S tunes beyond what they already had in their library! The cost of this extra service was very reasonable and led to a personalized wedding experience that was exactly as I had imagined.
On the day of the event, the performers were very skilled and played beautifully. They flawlessly hit their cues in the wedding ceremony and our guests loved the extensive collection of music they played during the cocktail hour.
Musical Heart Strings has a vast library of classical music, movie tunes, and pop songs to choose from, so any mood you want to set for your event can be done easily. They are all skilled professionals who really know their music and sound great on every tune they play. Thank you very much for the great performance!!Musical Heart Strings's reply:
Awww.... Forrest, this is so sweet! Thank you for your kind words. We just also posted them on Facebook. Your wedding was so fun. We loved your idea of all Gilbert & Sullivan for your prelude. We never knew how fun that could be. And With Cat-Like Tread made the PERFECT processional. Thanks for letting us be a part of this wonderfully unique wedding! -
![Allison]()
Allison Sent on 08/30/2022Magical and tasteful !
Musical Heart Strings exceeded our expectations in every way! Gretchen is not only an amazing cellist, but also super easy and FUN to work with! She was very responsive, helpful, and kind - even when we selected significantly more songs than could possibly fit into the time frame we hired them for! We were blown away by their extensive repertoire and wanted to hear all of it, haha! From the beginning, we knew that they were going to ensure our vision was achieved, but also elevate it with their magical artistry! We are so happy we trusted Gretchen and Kerry to perform the music for our special day! They are an exquisite duo. Our guests also loved the vibe that Musical Heart Strings brought to our wedding, as we received many compliments for how professional and tasteful they were. Simply a delight to work with from beginning to end! I look forward to working with them again in the future!
Are you interested?
Send a message
Are you interested?
Send a message