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Monte Vista Strings and Jazz is a professional group of musicians based out of San Antonio, Texas. This experienced group specializes in live wedding music and entertainment, and is skilled at everything from Pachelbel’s Canon in D Major to Mendelssohn’s Wedding March to the Beatles, Andrea Bocelli, Coldplay and more. All of their musicians are tenured members of the San Antonio and/or Austin Symphony Orchestras. Monte Vista Strings and Jazz is happy to create and customize the performance of your dreams.

Experience
This passionate group of musicians was founded in 2003 by violinist Andrew Small. He, along with a trio of colleagues from the San Antonio Symphony, banded together to perform at weddings all over San Antonio, Austin and the Texas Hill Country. Each member has advanced degrees from schools such as Julliard, the New England Conservatory and Philadelphia’s Curtis Institute of Music. In addition to performing at weddings, they've also had the honor of performing at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Broadway and London’s Royal Albert Hall.

Services Offered
This talented group is committed to artistic integrity and customer service at every event they perform at. They're happy to perform music for your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception, as well as for your rehearsal dinner. They'll even learn new songs, so your wedding day can be exactly as you envisioned it. In addition to providing instrumentals such as a violin and cello for your celebration, they also offer vocals as well. Their instruments include:

  • Flute
  • Harp
  • Organ
  • Saxophone
  • Viola
  • Winds
  • Drums
  • Guitar
  • Oboe
  • Piano
  • Trumpet
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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

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Choir
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
Learn New Songs
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals

Reviews of Monte Vista Strings and Jazz

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Tiffany Sent on 09/27/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had Monte Vista Strings for our ceremony and it was just absolutely LOVELY. They were very accommodating with our song choices and there were so many songs to pick from! They even played the Game of Thrones theme song - our guests LOVED it! It was such a beautiful scene with the music in the background and I am SO SO SO glad we chose them to play at our wedding. It made all our guests cry! Highly recommend them!
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Whitney Sent on 03/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had a quartet play as guests arrived, during the ceremony and for the cocktail hour. They were fantastic the whole time!
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Pao Sent on 12/23/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Our ceremony music was beautiful!!! I was on the fence of having them for our ceremony, but I do not regret it one bit! They are very talented and very professional. Thank you!!
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Lisa Sent on 12/31/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We hired the Wired! Pop Contemporary String Quartet for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and a jazz band for our dinner hour, both from Monte Vista Strings and Jazz and both absolutely amazing. This company made our day. All our special requests were honored and performed beautifully, and Andrew was always available to give us advice and guidance throughout the entire process. Highly recommend this company.
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User2430170 Sent on 11/17/2015
5 out of 5 rating
They were great. So helpful with song suggestions and a wide variety of instruments to choose from. Made it very easy since they can start and stop playing as needed. Highly recommend.
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Dee D. Sent on 10/30/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Magnificent! Monte Vista Strings performed at our daughter's wedding a year ago, They provided pre-wedding music, processional, recessional and everything in between. Even though we had a quartet, they were able to fill the church with the strong and beautiful Water Music and the sweet, soft strains of Vivaldi throughout the service. They set the tone for a beautiful, traditional and touching nuptials. Also, they were also willing to drive 3 hours out of the city to do so. Andrew Small and the members of the Monte Vista Strings are very creative, professional, attractive and are quite accommodating. We highly recommend them and plan to use them for future celebrations.

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Betsy Sent on 10/28/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We used Monte Vista Strings and Jazz for our daughter's Oct 24th wedding and reception. For the ceremony, we used the strings and flute quartet, and we couldn't be more pleased. Due to transportation issues, the quartet ended up playing A LOT more prelude music than we had previously selected, due to the delay in the ceremony start time, but it was all beautiful and appropriate for the setting. During the ceremony, the music was on cue, and the arrangements were lovely - just as I imagined they would be, but they are professionals after all!
The Jazz Ensemble played during the cocktail hour, and for the first part of the dinner, and they were amazing, with a big full sound! I was very pleased with their music selections.
The MV Strings and Jazz Ensemble helped create the magic of the day! Thanks Andrew and team!!!
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Kirsten Sent on 10/28/2015
5 out of 5 rating
If you want a great experience from beginning to end, this is the right choice for you. Andrew is extremely professional, accommodating, and TALENTED. He will make sure he has exactly what you are looking for and will leave your guests speechless. I could not have asked for a perfect experience during our wedding ceremony. I still get the goosebumps when I see the video!
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Violet Sent on 03/10/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I hired Monte Vista as soon as I had a wedding date and venue. They gave me the exact experience I was looking for. It was an element of my wedding I truly enjoyed and had compliments on. Thank you
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Pam Sent on 11/05/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Monte Vista Strings was the perfect choice for ceremony music for my daughter's wedding. We hired their string quartet. They were professional , on time, and created the beautiful classical music we envisioned for the wedding. I would highly recommend Monte Vista Strings. Pam Galindo
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
The Gardens of Cranesbury View The Gardens of Cranesbury View Banquet Halls

Monte Vista Strings is the best!! Andrew Small is such a professional and creates amazing music that fits my venue perfectly!! I love that he can get any instrument combination that you need. He has provided our brides so many different sounds with strings onsombles, jazz and brass bands that create a whole different feel. We love them and highly recommend them!!

"Weddings by Christobel" Wedding Officiants

I first met Andrew and his Strings and Jazz ensemble at a wedding downtown San Antonio and was so impressed with his professionalism and the way he just flowed flawlessly with the wedding ceremony. It was so refreshing to work with them. I highly recommend Monte Vista Strings and Jazz for all of your wedding and event needs. You will not be disappointed. Christobel E. www.weddingsbychristobel.com

INFINITY VIDEO INFINITY VIDEO Wedding Videographers

MVSJ is always on time, always play well and their presentation is second to none. Even if it's 100 degrees outside ;) I highly recommend them. Infinity Video & Photo 210-744-5566 www.infinityweddings.com

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