Skip to main content
Weddings

About

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!

illustration popular

Vendors you may like

See other vendors that are popular with couples right now

Frequently asked questions

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

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

Review summary

Powered by AI

Artistrings has received outstanding reviews for their performances at weddings, with multiple couples praising their attention to detail, responsiveness, and the beautiful music they provided. Reviewers highlighted the ease of planning with Artistrings, their ability to accommodate special song requests, and the magical atmosphere they created at ceremonies and cocktail hours. The string quartet is commended for adding a unique and classy touch to events, with guests being impressed by their versatility, talent, and professionalism. Overall, Artistrings comes highly recommended for enhancing the ambiance of weddings with their exceptional musical performances.

Review summary

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

Artistrings has received outstanding reviews for their performances at weddings, with multiple couples praising their attention to detail, responsiveness, and the beautiful music they provided. Reviewers highlighted the ease of planning with Artistrings, their ability to accommodate special song requests, and the magical atmosphere they created at ceremonies and cocktail hours. The string quartet is commended for adding a unique and classy touch to events, with guests being impressed by their versatility, talent, and professionalism. Overall, Artistrings comes highly recommended for enhancing the ambiance of weddings with their exceptional musical performances.

S
Samantha Sent on 06/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

We're so happy we had artistrings play for our ceremony and cocktail hour! It really added to the magic of our day. They have an outstanding repertoire and were incredibly responsive to any questions I had. Carol in particular was very accommodating and even helped us make song selections when I was feeling overwhelmed. Highly recommend!!
C
Katie Sent on 08/06/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Artistrings did an amazing job at our wedding and we're very pleased with them. They were very helpful from the beginning to the end. I definitely recommend Artistrings!
M
Mary Sent on 12/03/2007
5 out of 5 rating
Magical - that's the best way to describe my son and daughter-in-laws wedding. We wanted a combination of Elegance and fun - and we accomplished it!!! The one thing that was very important to us was the Music - during the ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner. We were so blessed to find Carol Kalvonjian and Artistrings. From the day I met Carol I knew we had made the right choice. She was a pleasure to work with. Extremely accomodating. Replied to our many questions and requests in a timely manner. And then the day of the wedding!! - she and her musicians EXCEEDED our expectations. The music was absolutely phenomenal. The guests are still talking about it. They describe the music as Elegance personified!!!! Artistrings definitely added that touch of elegance we hoped to accomplish. Thanks Carol
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Awards

95
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

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.

Preferred Vendors
Hearts and Hands Wedding Officiants
5.0 out of 5 rating , 17 reviews
· Wedding Officiants
Sarlas Music
5.0 out of 5 rating , 151 reviews
· Wedding Bands
Five Grain Events
5.0 out of 5 rating , 45 reviews
· Wedding Planners
AnitaWeds
5.0 out of 5 rating , 111 reviews
· Wedding Officiants

Map

Addresses map
Next Wedding Musicians: Sempre Strings

Other vendors in Chicago Suburbs for your wedding

Wedding Vendors