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About this vendor

Del Canto Strings offers wedding musician services in Chicago, Illinois, and its nearby suburbs. Led by Valentina, a Venezuelan violinist with a Master of Music degree in Violin Performance, this experienced group elevates every celnratin they perform for.

Services Offered

The String Quartet has performed as a Civic Orchestra Quartet at multiple weddings, cocktail hours, and proposals. Del Canto Strings can perform any requested genre of music and always includes any requested piece. Whether you're looking for a solo violinist or a dramatic quartet, they will work closely with you to bring your bespoke wedding vision to life. Valentina gets to know each couple and their taste in genres to ensure their special day features the music that means the most to them. Reach out today to check availability.

Features

Hispanic or Latinx-owned

Woman-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

    5 years in business

    We speak English, German and Spanish

Links

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FAQ

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Microphones
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Acapella
Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
String - Trio
String - Quartet

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

4 - 6

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Viola
Violin

What services do you provide?

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

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Reviews of Del Canto Strings

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Grace Sent on 07/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Professional Musicians

I had the pleasure of having Valentina and members of Del Canto Strings be part of our cocktail hour. We loved the music, environment created and the professionalism. I highly recommend Del Canto Strings. They were lovely to work with and their music received many compliments from the guests.
Paulette
Paulette Sent on 11/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience with Valentina!

Valentina was absolutely incredible! From the very beginning she was professional, responsive, and so easy to work with. Her music selection was beautiful and set the perfect vibe for our cocktail hour. Every guest commented on how elegant and memorable the atmosphere felt! she truly elevated the entire experience.
Darío
Darío Sent on 06/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable Performance - A Highlight of our Wedding

I took the lead on planning most of our wedding, and one of the decisions I’m most proud of was asking Valentina to play during our cocktail hour. She was amazing to work with—super responsive, easy to talk to, and just so passionate about what she does.

From the start, she helped us figure out which songs would really sound great on string instruments and which ones might need a different vibe or type of instrument. That guidance was honestly so helpful—she made it easy for us to make the right choices without overthinking it.

On the day of the wedding, they showed up right on time, totally prepared, and started playing beautifully as our guests began to arrive. I can’t even count how many people came up to us to say how incredible the music was. They created such a great atmosphere—elegant, warm, and full of life. It was exactly the energy we were hoping for to kick off the evening.

Beyond the music, I can say that Valentina is just a wonderful person—friendly, easygoing, and clearly loves what she does. We’re so grateful to have had her be part of the day.

Thank you very much for making our day so special!
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Team

Valentina Guillen Menesello
Valentina Guillen Menesello
Violinist and Coordinator

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