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  • 2025
  • 2024

Madeleine's Musicians

Learn New Songs
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Reception Music
Sabrina
Stacey
Kathryn
Kaitlyn
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

I’m Madeleine McEntire — owner and founder of Madeleine’s Musicians — and I’ll be honest: I’ve never loved the typical “About” section that starts with a laundry list of degrees and credentials. Sure, those are important, but they don’t always translate to being able to do the work — and they’re definitely not the most interesting thing about me.

That said, if you’re curious: yes, I hold both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s Degree in Piano Performance, and I’ve taught at the collegiate level as well as privately for many years. But what really matters to me is execution — being able to deliver excellence, not just talk about it.

During my academic career, I noticed that people often “fall into” things — a job, a friend group, an opportunity — without really stopping to ask why. I was no exception. After finishing my Master’s degree, I found myself walking through open doors without much reflection on whether those paths were truly mine.

Then, my dad passed away suddenly — an event that completely shifted my perspective. It forced me to pause, reassess, and make more intentional choices about where I was headed. I began asking myself: Did I choose these doors, or did they just happen to open?

Out of that season of reflection came Madeleine’s Musicians — a collective of classically trained artists who perform across all instruments and genres. It’s more than a group; it’s a community where musicians’ passion for playing meets my love of organization and efficiency to create unforgettable moments for any event. Together, we bring music to life — beautifully, intentionally, and seamlessly.

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Asian-owned

Woman-owned

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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
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Brass - Trio
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
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals
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Madeleine's Musicians are professional, responsive, and easy to work with, giving great guidance and communication. Their talented ensemble creates beautiful, customized performances for ceremony and cocktail hour, learning special requests. Guests praised the ambiance and highly recommend them.

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Madeleine's Musicians are professional, responsive, and easy to work with, giving great guidance and communication. Their talented ensemble creates beautiful, customized performances for ceremony and cocktail hour, learning special requests. Guests praised the ambiance and highly recommend them.

Sabrina
Sabrina Sent on 10/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Super professional

Madeline immediately hopped a call with me to walk through pricing and ideas. Her team was great and communication throughout was amazing.
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Brett Sent on 09/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Some of these options need more than 5 stars!

Madeleine was an absolute pleasure to work with! I spoke with several different small ensembles before landing on Madeleins Musicians and i can confidently say that Madeleine is extremely professional to work with. She was able to accommodate many custom arrangements for our wedding which all turned out beyond amazing!

We hired her for a trip, Piano, Violin and Cello. All of the performers were phenomenal on the big day! As a musician myself, i know what we asked of them was a lot in terms of new pieces to learn (We are nerds and had a very non traditional wedding), and they even played some arrangements that I wrote!

You will absolutely not be disappointed if you decide to go with Madeleine!
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Todd Sent on 08/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing musicians!

We reached out to Madeline after finding her on this site and going to her personal website to listen to samples. We immediately knew we had to have them play at our ceremony after hearing their talent and seeing the variety of music they could cover. Madeline was awesome to work with and made some excellent suggestions on how we could integrate music into our ceremony. They have an astounding catalog of songs to choose from both modern and classic, and were also able to learn a special song of ours which was so generous and appreciated.

On the day of the ceremony they quickly set up and played some of the most heartfelt and genuine music we have ever heard. You can tell they love their craft and put an immense amount of time into it. My only regret is that we couldn’t have had them play for longer! They made the day so memorable and special. If you are looking for an amazing talent for your wedding, look no further! I cannot recommend them enough!!!
Stacey
Stacey Sent on 06/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Took our wedding to the next level!!

Having Madeleine and her fellow musicians at our daughter’s wedding elevated the day in every way. The music was beautiful both for the ceremony and the cocktail hour and created the perfect environment for us and all of our guests. From start to finish, Madeleine was quick to respond, incredibly kind and helpful with making music selections and was flexible when we went back and forth on what music to include in the ceremony. It is easy to recommend Madeleine’s Musicians to help elevate your event…I hope to be able to have them at future family events!
Kathryn
Kathryn Sent on 06/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Making Weddings Magical

My daughter had a song that was “their song” she wanted to walk down the aisle to. Madeline and her team learned how to play that song just for our daughter. We were all thrilled and it truly made for the most romantic and magical wedding. I would highly recommend them to make your event as magical as ours.
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn Sent on 05/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Pianist and Violinist for our Wedding

From our first conversation, Madeleine's Musicians showed they truly cared about making our day special. Madeleine took the time to learn a specific song for my walk down the aisle and even nailed the exact part of the song I wanted to enter to, which meant the world to me. Her communication was prompt and responsive throughout the planning process, and she was so willing to work with us on customizing our music to fit our vision. The talent on display during our reception was incredible, and honestly, our guests couldn't stop raving about the piano and violin. We felt completely taken care of, and Madeleine's Musicians played a huge role in making our wedding day feel exactly how we dreamed it would. I'd recommend them to any couple looking for musicians that truly listen and deliver.
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Alex Sent on 05/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Ceremony Musicians!

I can’t recommend Madeleine’s Musicians enough! From our first call, Madeleine was professional, responsive, and a joy to work with. Her musical expertise helped us choose the perfect ensemble and create a beautiful soundtrack for our ceremony and cocktail hour. The ensemble itself was exceptionally talented, and the baby grand piano shell added such an elegant touch that truly elevated our ceremony. I would absolutely use them again for another special event!
Nancy
Nancy Sent on 04/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Music EVER

I can't say enough great things about Madeleine's Musicians and her team. It started with the quoting process. She spent time with me talking through my vision and dreams for my wedding, all their capabilities, and she was very transparent and upfront on pricing. Through the whole process, she was easy to work with and a very prompt communicator! Madeleine made my life so easy and took the stress off by taking a small Spotify playlist and using it as inspiration to curate the day's vibes. She even helped me with picking songs for special moments during the day.
The day of, Madeleine's musicians were timely, so kind, and so insanely talented! It was the talk of the wedding as we had them play through the ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner. It set the whole ambiance perfectly, and I would hire them again and again!
If you're even considering it, talk with Madeleine. I promise it's so worth it!
Kaitlin
Kaitlin Sent on 01/31/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Piano Trio for our Outdoor Smoky Mountain Ceremony

Madeleine and her crew did an amazing job performing at our ceremony. From the first interaction meeting Madeleine, I knew it was the perfect fit for our wedding. She was so responsive, respectful, a joy to work with, and made sure the songs, playlist, and overall flow were perfect for the vibe we were looking for. We went with the piano trio with violin and cello and it was stunning! They were so excited to play Jurassic Park and special film soundtracks that made our day so special. It was the perfect addition to our day and I’m so happy we partnered with Madeleine. I would recommend them to anyone looking to add live music to their event. Truly an incredible experience.
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Jenna Sent on 01/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Choose Madeleine!!!!

I cannot recommend Madeleine ENOUGH!! From the moment we had our first conversation to my actual wedding date she was responsive, flexible, helpful and gave me the most wonderful music on my wedding day. I am so thankful that I found her. I had some odd requests for my ceremony and she made my music dreams come true. Absolutely the best and so easy to work with. Thank you Madeleine!!!
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