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Chicago's most innovative pop string ensembles! Whether you're inspired by classical luxury or contemporary grooves, one thing's for sure: the secret to a seamless wedding ceremony is having one ensemble that can handle it all, and handle it all with grace. No matter what type of music you ultimately choose for your walk down the aisle, rest assured that you've got the creative forces in your corner who are ready to make your entrance breathtakingly perfect.

Ceremony music is all about mood, and our first priority, always, is to get to know you. Why? Because the better we know you, the better we'll be able to create the perfect mood(s) for your celebration. The right music at exactly the right time makes a powerful statement, and watching your vision come to life is truly the best moment of our day.

Artistrings has established itself as the most highly regarded, impressively talented, and undeniably friendly team of professional musicians in the Chicago area. Visit our web site and see what the buzz is all about! Our musicians have performed with Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Andrea Bocelli, Bernadette Peters, Sarah Brightman, The Three Tenors, The Pointer Sisters, Leslie Uggams, Michael Buble, Dennis DeYoung, Smokey Robinson, Kurt Elling, Natalie Cole, Al Jarreau, The Moody Blues, ELO, Yes, and Bread. We also perform regularly on the Fox TV show Empire, and the Broadway show Hamilton.

Our pop string quartet is second to none. Please check out our videos and then reach out to us about your wedding day. We can't wait to get to know you!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$500

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
Orchestra
String - Trio
String - Quartet
String - Quintet
Soloist / Vocalist

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Drums
Flute
Guitar
Harp
Organ
Piano
Trumpet
Saxophone
Viola
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals

Reviews of Artistrings

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Artistrings received glowing reviews for their performances at various wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours. Reviewers praised the string quartet for adding a magical and sophisticated element to their events, with many guests complimenting the music. The musicians were described as flexible, professional, and talented, accommodating specific song requests and creating a beautiful ambiance. The staff at Artistrings was highly praised for their responsiveness, attention to detail, and friendly demeanor throughout the planning process, making it a stress-free and enjoyable experience for couples. Overall, Artistrings comes highly recommended for their exceptional live music services at weddings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Artistrings received glowing reviews for their performances at various wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours. Reviewers praised the string quartet for adding a magical and sophisticated element to their events, with many guests complimenting the music. The musicians were described as flexible, professional, and talented, accommodating specific song requests and creating a beautiful ambiance. The staff at Artistrings was highly praised for their responsiveness, attention to detail, and friendly demeanor throughout the planning process, making it a stress-free and enjoyable experience for couples. Overall, Artistrings comes highly recommended for their exceptional live music services at weddings.

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Ashley L. Sent on 10/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

October Chicago Wedding!

I got married a week ago and I am still on cloud 9 about the way it turned out. We had a very small intimate (less than 20 people) wedding that we planned in 3 months. I wanted a strings duo to play during our ceremony and cocktail hour. I am so happy that I picked Airstrings. They made it so easy to pick out the songs I wanted to be played (they have a big database of songs that you can add to your own wedding planning profile with them) and they made it very simple to plan for the day. They showed up right on time and played some additional great contemporary songs at cocktail hour. It worked out beautifully and I would definitely hire them again for other events!
Amanda
Amanda W. Sent on 11/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Classy, fun and amazing!

Artistrings was just perfect for our wedding and reception! We used a String Quartet for our wedding ceremony and for our cocktail hour. We heard amazing things from our guests and so wish we would have been able to sit and enjoy them more, but were kept busy by pictures and such on our wedding day. They are true artists with all the songs they are able to play and how they timed everything. They were also very friendly and responsive during the whole planning process and patient with us. I would highly recommend them to everyone if you want to make your wedding day classy and perfection. Thank you Artistrings!!
- Jeremy and Amanda 10/11/24
Mick
Mick J. Sent on 10/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Just Fantastic

Artistrings made our Wedding ceremony and cocktail hour simply magical. They were super flexible with our asks and sounded so incredible. What they brought to the ceremony elevated it to something truly magnificent.

Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Five Grain Events Five Grain Events Wedding Planners

Carol is the consummate professional. She will work with you to create the wedding music you have always dreamed of: from the standard rep to more avant-garde selections. I enjoy working with her and have complete trust in her abilities.

Sarlas Music Sarlas Music Wedding Bands

Whether you are looking for traditional classical music or the hippest contemporary string quartet in Chicagoland, THIS IS IT. Artistrings always blows everyone away with their sound, ceremony music is always perfectly timed, and their professionalism is second to none. They also have the largest repertoire of contemporary pop music of any other string quartet. These guys ROCK.

Hearts and Hands Wedding Officiants Hearts and Hands Wedding Officiants Wedding Officiants

Having worked with Atristrings and especially Carol on various weddings, I have found them to one of the best groups to work with. They are most accomodating from my point as an officiant. They are excellent and I would have no hesitation in recommending them to any of my clients.

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