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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

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$299

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$1,075

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
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Reviews of Monte Vista Strings and Jazz

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4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
55 reviews
96% recommend it
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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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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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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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!

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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The Gardens of Cranesbury View
4.9 out of 5 rating , 105 reviews
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