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Music by Ethos is Charleston Entertainment’s curated roster of premium musicians—selected for exceptional artistry, professionalism, and a seamless guest experience. We’re best known for elevated ceremony and cocktail ensembles, including string quartets, trios, duos, and soloists, with expanded options such as wedding orchestras, harp, and bagpipes.

Our Charleston-based, concert-caliber performers cover everything from classical and modern “Bridgerton-style” repertoire to refined pop covers, and we welcome custom requests. Clients choose us when they want elevated musicianship, clear communication, and an experience that feels seamless from first email to final song.

Charleston Entertainment is a full-service entertainment team offering reception bands, DJs, lighting, photo booths, and more, with customizable packages to fit your celebration. Many clients also choose hybrid pairings—DJ + live strings or jazz—for a modern reception experience that still feels cohesive and elevated. When you book through Music by Ethos, you gain access to our deep venue experience and a trusted roster—so planning stays simple and the performance stays exceptional.

Our roster includes internationally diverse artists (representing 10+ countries), principal musicians of regional orchestras, petite jazz ensembles, bluegrass bands, and select specialty talent—including a two-time Grammy Award–winning vocalist.

Select clients and partners include Relais & Châteaux properties, Bravo’s Southern Charm, MUSC, and the Charleston Wine + Food Festival.

Based in Charleston, South Carolina, we serve the Southeast—including the Lowcountry and barrier islands, Savannah, Hilton Head, Bluffton, Columbia, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, and beyond—and are available for travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Acapella
Choir
Brass - Trio
Brass - Quartet
Brass - Quintet
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
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals

Reviews of Charleston Entertainment

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Charleston Entertainment is professional, communicative, and made planning seamless. Their musicians, DJ, and officiant performed beautifully, accommodated special requests, and added emotional depth to the ceremony while keeping guests dancing. Highly recommended.

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Charleston Entertainment is professional, communicative, and made planning seamless. Their musicians, DJ, and officiant performed beautifully, accommodated special requests, and added emotional depth to the ceremony while keeping guests dancing. Highly recommended.

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Courtney Sent on 04/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful touch!

Absolute joys to work with! I loved Charleston Entertainment - they added the perfect touch to our day. They accommodated our special requests for our entrance songs and were so communicative throughout the process. I'm so happy we were able to work with them, and I highly recommend securing them if you're lucky enough to have the chance to work with them!
Graham
Graham Sent on 04/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Cannot recommend enough!

We were thrilled to have Charleston Entertainment play at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. They not only did a phenomenal job, but they were incredibly professional, and you could tell that they wanted our day to go as smoothly as possible. Ahead of the wedding, everyone we communicated with was helpful and efficient with responses; they made the whole process so seamless and easy. I cannot recommend them enough!
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Christian Sent on 12/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Choice for Ceremony Music!

Andrew and Jenny were the perfect choice for our outdoor wedding in Charleston. They were very easy to work with, performed beautifully on the day, and added that extra layer of emotion to our celebration. Couldn’t recommend them more!
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Madison Sent on 12/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Jams!

Absolutely wonderful!! We had a string trio and DJ Jon Fiest for our wedding on 12/02/23 and we can not begin to say enough wonderful things about them. We received an abundance of compliments from both guests and other vendors on the quality of music and entertainment. They accepted special requests for a ceremony song that meant a lot to my husband and I and Jon kept guests having an amazing time on the dance floor! Book them!! You will not regret it!
Leah
Leah Sent on 05/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing

Everyone was more than I could have asked for! They all were absolutely fantastic, especially Bill (officiant) because he chatted with my fiancé for about 20 minutes while he stood in front of the crowd waiting on my arrival. Bill made the ceremony personal and concise per our request and the strings played every song we chose perfectly. The strings choices for seating music were amazing as well. I highly recommend!
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Cynthia Sent on 04/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great Experience!

We had a wonderful experience with Charleston Entertainment. We had specific songs we wanted and they were able to accommodate our needs. The musicians were professional, skilled, and such kind people. The music set the tone for the wedding and to kick off our reception!
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Paul Sent on 12/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

We highly recommend Charleston Entertainment

We highly recommend Charleston Entertainment. Andrew was exceptional to work with, a true professional. We gave him our expectations for our wedding reception, and he did the rest. They did a remarkable job in creating the perfect music settings. They also were able to set up in two different venues for us seamlessly. Our guests were over the top with complements, truly enjoying the beautiful music and Charleston Entertainment's performance. Thank you, Teresa and Paul
Katarina
Katarina Sent on 08/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

They added so much to our special day!

All I can say is WOW! I am SO glad we went with Charleston Entertainment for our wedding back in June. Andrew was beyond friendly and helpful from day one, and on the day of, they were prompt, prepared, and amazing! We went with the violin/cello duo and they played for our ceremony and cocktail hour. Their music selection was wonderful and made the planning easier. Their talent added so much beauty to our day and I can't thank them enough!! I highly recommend them to anyone looking to make their special day even more special!!!
Anabel
Anabel Sent on 06/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The most beautiful string duet

Andrew and the musicians from Charleston Entertainment were absolutely the star of our wedding! We hired the string duo, and my family and friends are still gushing over the theme from Star Wars that they played as I walked down the aisle. Their arrangement was so beautiful that it was all anybody could talk about. I would highly recommend them to any couple, especially one who wants to put their own spin on their ceremony.
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Steve Sent on 06/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't have asked for a better ensemble

We are so grateful we found Charleston Music. Andrew and his crew were superb and gave us everything we asked for and so much more. They are professionals through and through, and spent time learning new songs that were special to us, and went the extra mile to make sure everything was perfect. They produced such a beautiful sound for our outdoor wedding... we truly could not have asked for anything better. Thank you to Andrew and your team for making our wedding remarkable!!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Carolina Music Planner Carolina Music Planner Wedding Musicians

If you are looking for live music for your special event/wedding in the lowcountry, Classical Charleston will provide high-quality, experienced performers. Whether you're hoping for a violin soloist or a string quartet, Andrew will be sure that the ensemble is perfectly suited for your needs. Owned and managed by a distinguished cellist, Classical Charleston focuses on both top-notch sound and planning/organizational skills. You won't be disappointed!

Darby Events | DJ+Piano Combo Darby Events | DJ+Piano Combo Wedding DJs

Tremendous ceremony musicians. Highly recommend!

Fabulous Fête Fabulous Fête Wedding Planners

We love the members of Classical Charleston, they never disappoint and really set the tone for a memorable and romantic ceremony. We really enjoy when they play for cocktail hour as well - we highly recommend Classical Charleston!

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