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Elegant Ensembles recently celebrated 23 years of business with over 3000 Chicago area performances. We have spent several years putting together a roster of top-notch musicians who are not only some of the most experienced wedding performers, but also some of the most passionate music makers in the Chicagoland area. Our owner, April Berkowski is also a professional violinist who has personally performed at over 1500 weddings. With her extensive first hand experience, she understands all the aspects of planning and executing a successful music performance. Additionally, her knowledge of appropriate song selections, religious and secular ceremony protocol and various ethnic ceremonial traditions is quite extensive. For Wedding ceremony performances, we generally recommend that you have the musicians start about 15 minutes prior to the ceremony start time so that your guests will enter in to the ceremony area hearing the lovely sounds of our performing ensemble. We make sure that the pre-service music sets the proper tone for the ceremony to follow. Please see the below for a summary of some of our most beloved ceremony music ensembles: String Quartet (2 violins, viola and cello) ….Traditional lush, rich sounds from Bach to the Beatles….depending upon your taste! A versatile repertoire of Classical, Opera, Waltzes, Tangos, Ethnic, Movie, Theater, Pop and Rock music. Perfect for weddings of any size. String Trios or Flute-Violin-Cello Trio or Piano-Violin-Cello …Very comparable to the String Quartet in repertoire…graceful string sounds on a lower budget with special arrangements just for three instruments. The instrument missing from the quartet is not lost…but instead intertwined between the remaining three instruments. Great for weddings of 175 or less guests. Nice with added pianist or trumpet player. Duets: Violin-Guitar, Flute-Guitar or Violin-Piano, Piano & Trumpet or Flute-Piano …Duets are simple yet well-designed ensembles whose players express music in a small but moving way. They are usually acoustic instruments which are amplified (if necessary) so that up to 250 guests can hear the performance. Their song list includes many traditional classical favorites, and just about any style of music including a much more vast option of light rock, pop and music of today. Harp & Harp Ensembles …This glorious instrument is not only a stunning visual for your guests, but also a calming, comforting sound that carries very well both indoors and outside(on a flat surface). The repertoire of a harpist(and of harp ensembles) is very similar to that of the above duets. Utilized for ceremonies, cocktail music and dinner performances, your guests will be enamored with the grace and style of such a lovely sight and sounds. Brass & Brass Ensembles …Magnificent in majesty, the royal blend of brass instruments is unlike no other. There is a noble romanticism behind a proper ensemble of horns that will bring an impressive presence of grace and power to the space in which it is heard. The traditional baroque and classical pieces of a stately wedding are best showcased by this ensemble which can be hired with either four or five instruments. Soloists …If you are looking for just one musician…we can certainly provide that, but only recommend hiring the following types of instrumentalists when they will be performing as a solo artist: A la Carte …Get creative and put together the ensemble of your dreams! We have the ability to put together an endless amount of other ensembles for you, and will be happy to guide you in what instruments will (and won't) work together. Here are a few ideas: •Guitar, Violin & Cello •String Trio Trumpet •Pianist/Vocalist String Trio (very nice for Catholic weddings!) •Brass Ensemble Organist

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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
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

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

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

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
Sound/PA System
Vocals
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Rena W. Sent on 09/29/2020
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Elegant Ensembles -pianist/vocalist in WI

Elegant Ensembles was excellent. We got married in WI and April B.(the owner) recommended Carolyn, a pianist and vocalist for our ceremony and cocktail hour. Carolyn was phenomenal. She added elegance to our special day and guests raved about her. Carolyn's rendition of "Edelweiss" was so moving there wasn't a dry eye in the house. April, Carolyn, thank you for making our wedding day unforgettable! The owner, April B., works only with top talent, is professional, affordable and makes the process so easy. Brides, I highly recommend booking all your musical talent through April at Elegant Ensembles.
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Kara D. Sent on 01/15/2020
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Fairytale Musicians

Elegant Ensembles brought the fairytale to my wedding ceremony. As I stood outside the chapel doors waiting to enter, I could here the music shift and my heart melted. I received so many compliments about how pretty the music was and I owe it all to the pair that made it happen.
They have an extensive list of songs and available musician pairings. They were even willing to take my request for a couple, less common Disney songs.
They came into the venue and got set up without any hassle whatsoever and left in the same manner. The wedding day can be extremely stressful. Having one less thing to worry about makes a huge difference. They know what they are doing and will come and go without adding any extra stress.
I could not recommend Elegant Ensembles more. They are a great value and will add exactly what you want to your future ceremony or reception.
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Brandy M. Sent on 10/16/2018
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Highly Recommend!

Elegant Ensembles was the perfect choice for our wedding. Punctual, professional, flexible, very talented. They even agreed to accompany my little nephew who sang "What a Wonderful World" during our ceremony. They let us pick the right key for him and they came prepared, then they worked with him for a brief rehearsal beforehand, which put him at ease. The violin and guitar were a romantic combination, lending well to the old jazz standards we picked. We will always remember them as a special part of our big day.
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