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Luminous Sounds is a professional string quartet based in Long Island, New York. They specialize in merging the classical repertoire of the past with modern music to create unique and memorable wedding events.

Services Offered

The quartet can provide musical accompaniment at various points during the wedding day. Their strings can serenade you as you and your spouse-to-be walk down the aisle, as well as during the fun cocktail hour when you mingle with guests. Each musician boasts conservatory training and graduate degrees in music, so your loved ones will undoubtedly be wowed. If you prefer, they can add percussion to accompany the quartet, bringing everything from Kanye West to Mozart to life. Luminous Sounds is happy to work with couples to fully customize the soundtrack to their day, even offering to arrange a song not already listed on their site for a nominal fee. They can also travel as needed, bringing with them the one-of-a-kind wedding music of your dreams.

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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

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
Guitar
Harp
Piano
Trumpet
Viola
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances

Reviews of Luminous Sounds Inc.

Kara
Kara Sent on 05/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A beautiful soundtrack for a beautiful day!

They played all the songs we asked for beautifully!!! They were very professional and adapted to having to play inside because of the rain!! I cried while walking down the aisle!
Donna
Donna Sent on 12/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful accompaniment to our fundraising Gala for Maggie's Mission

Luminous Sounds played at our non-profit - Maggie's Mission Angelversary Gala held at the Vanderbilt Museum in June of 2022. They did an amazing job and their music selection matched our event perfectly. We really appreciated their donation of time and talent to elevate our event. Thank you Luminous Sounds!
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Christina Sent on 11/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing quartet

Luminous Sounds provided music for our ceremony and cocktail hour and they were a highlight of our night. They helped set the overall tone of the wedding and did an incredible job weaving classical and modern songs based on the direction we provided. Kimberly was very responsive and easy to work with throughout the planning process. We received so many compliments about them and are so happy we hired Luminous Sounds!
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Camille Sent on 06/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

Kimberly and her team at Luminous Sounds are incredible! From the start of our communication she took the time to understand our venue, our guests, and our vision. We wanted a special song played for the walk down the aisle that is originally played on the piano. Our hearts were set on it and, not only did her team compose it to match the string quartet, but it sounded even better than the piano. Instantly, the moment the first chord played, my dad and I wear in tears. Our guests also loved the contemporary and romantic songs played during cocktail hour. It wasn't overpowering and added a beautiful elegance to the hour. If Kimberly has your date available, book immediately!
Dylan
Dylan Sent on 03/26/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The most elegant sounding music

I never want to have a DJ again. Luminous Sounds has set the bar so high for other string ensembles, DJs in general and honestly, other musicians. The minute I knew my fiancé and I were having a micro wedding, we knew a DJ just would not work. When I found Luminous Sounds I knew 100% that they were who we needed. Their repertoire list has so much to choose from and even if they choose music for an event, there will not be any disappointment. We had a quartet for our wedding and they truly exceeded our expectations. Our guest and those on social media said it looked and sounded like a storybook fairytale. Even though it was my wedding, I would have to agree. I was telling my fiancé that I'm ready to plan another event for spring/summer just to have them play again. The music was powerful, as string instruments are beautiful and have a unique sound, but it was also light, elegant and magical. My guests and I also made it a fun little competition to see who could guess the songs first. Luminous Sounds has a place in my heart that has made it so full. They will not let anyone down with their work.
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Brittany Sent on 10/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Highly, highly recommend Luminous Sounds!

We had a strings duet from Luminous Sounds perform at our Camp Hero wedding ceremony on September 21st. Our wedding day was an absolute dream, and one of my favorite memories is hearing the music change from Arioso to Air on the G String as my parents walked me down the aisle. ✨ (Side note: I unknowingly chose the same processional song as my mom!)

Luminous Sounds was a vendor I knew I wanted to work with from the very start. Booking and communicating with Kimberly was super easy, and I felt confident in her hands. On the day of the wedding, the musicians were prompt and professional. Our guests LOVED the classical strings music as they took in the views of the Montauk lighthouse from the oceanside bluffs. Highly, highly recommend Luminous Sounds!
Ling
Ling Sent on 09/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Truly amazing vendor

Could not have recommended more! They are truly amazing - have an extensive repertoire to choose from and even accommodated our special custom request. The music was beautiful!
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Andree Sent on 06/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Ceremony Musicians in NY :)

Kimberly and her team at Luminous Sounds recently played for us at our ceremony in Long Island City and it was absolutely perfect! They brought so much elegance to our wedding and were able to incorporate both classical and pop music into the ceremony. From day one Kimberly made this process so easy and was always quick to respond with any questions we had. I am beyond happy we chose them to help us celebrate our special day. THANK YOU again for everything!
Jenna
Jenna Sent on 10/16/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Provided the Best Music!

Luminous Sounds did an amazing job at our 03/23/18 wedding at the Dumbo Loft in Brooklyn. The addition of the string music to our ceremony made it feel so special and intimate. Kim was so easy to work with before the wedding and was very helpful in selecting music, etc. On the wedding day she went above and beyond and everything was perfect. I can't say enough great things about Kim and her business and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for an extra special musical touch to their wedding day.
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Lindsey Sent on 10/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating
After a little back and forth with my now-husband about ceremony music, I said I wanted traditional strings for my entrance and our recessional. Now comes the crazy part- he wanted to process in with his parents to the theme from the classic movie, 'Superman'. This was his wedding dream... and he got it for our 9/15/18 wedding at an old Gold-Coast mansion in Long Island, NY. Luminous Sounds was recommended to us by our planner, Leah Weinberg of Color Pop Events, and although I barely saw the, they sounded beautiful from what I remember and coordination and payment with the company was quite easy. I highly recommend Luminous Sounds if you're looking for a string quartet!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Sarah Tew Photography Sarah Tew Photography Wedding Photographers

Fabulous music performed by great people! Uniquely modern sound with classical elegance, perfect for ceremony, cocktail hour, or garden party entertainment.

Jedediah Hawkins Inn Jedediah Hawkins Inn Barn & Farm Weddings

We enthusiastically recommend Luminous Sounds to all our couples looking for either a single, duo or quartet for their wedding. They are extremely professional and accommodating and will play classical or modern pieces at the client's request.

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