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What is the story behind Southern Strings?

Welcome to Southern Strings, your premier destination for live music at weddings and events in Tennessee and beyond! Our skilled string duos, trios, and quartets create an unforgettable ambiance that will elevate your special occasion to new heights.

Imagine a picturesque ceremony, a lively cocktail hour, or a romantic dinner reception accompanied by the enchanting melodies of our talented musicians. We take pride in curating a team of highly experienced professional string players, ensuring an exceptional musical experience for you and your guests.

With an extensive repertoire of over 1000 songs, our selection covers a wide range of musical genres, including classical masterpieces, contemporary hits, and timeless love songs. We're confident that we have the perfect soundtrack to suit your unique preferences and style.

Planning an event can be overwhelming, but with Southern Strings, we've got you covered. Our streamlined organizational system ensures a seamless journey from the initial consultation to the final captivating performance. We handle all the details, allowing you to relax and focus on creating beautiful memories.

Whether you envision a classic and elegant affair or a modern and vibrant celebration, we're here to turn your vision into reality. Let us create an atmosphere filled with love, joy, and exceptional music that will captivate both you and your guests.

Ready to make your event truly extraordinary? Contact Southern Strings today to experience the enchantment of live music and create an unforgettable celebration. Trust Southern Strings to provide the perfect musical accompaniment, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone involved.

Features

Woman-owned

Large team (21+ members)

Experience

  • 5 years in business

  • We speak English

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What is included in Southern Strings's packages?

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
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
Viola
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
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What are real couples saying about their experience with Southern Strings in reviews?

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Southern Strings is widely praised for talented, professional musicianship and a broad repertoire that elevates ceremonies and cocktail hours. Clients say the team is responsive, helpful with song selection, and flexible to requests. Their performances add elegance and receive many recommendations.

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Southern Strings is widely praised for talented, professional musicianship and a broad repertoire that elevates ceremonies and cocktail hours. Clients say the team is responsive, helpful with song selection, and flexible to requests. Their performances add elegance and receive many recommendations.

Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 06/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you, Southern Strings!

Southern Strings was an amazing addition to our wedding this spring! It simply would not have been the same without them. We received so many compliments on the performance, and it was incredibly special to have the instrumental version of meaningful songs played during our prelude and ceremony. Cocktail hour was also extra fun due to their presence, as the strings duo we hired performed renditions of popular songs! We can't recommend them enough.
Isabella
Isabella Sent on 09/26/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Book if you want a magical ceremony!

We had a string duo at our Ceremony in Chattanooga and they were a wonderful addition to the day. Kristi was so responsive and helpful with song selection and made sure to triple check about ceremony details and timing. I would highly recommend booking with Southern Strings 💖
K
Katherine Sent on 09/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Dolly Good Time

At our recent event, A Dolly Good Time, we had this group play. They were all the things you would hope for - talented, professional, and perfectly able to do Dolly’s songs justice as well as other varieties! Not only was their musicianship high caliber but they also clearly loved what they were playing. Their enthusiasm was felt throughout the event and the music! I would highly recommend this trio for your event too!
Kyle
Kyle Sent on 07/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Southern Strings Review

Southern String did a great job for our wedding and cocktail hour. They were clear and effective communicators and great performers.
Meggie
Meggie Sent on 07/25/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Southern Strings- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I have had the pleasure of working with Southern Strings for the past three years, and I cannot recommend them enough!
They have performed at our annual professional awards event each year, and they consistently exceed our expectations. They are professional, reliable, and of course, talented! They are flexible, wonderful to work with, and always help create the perfect atmosphere for our event. Our staff and guests consistently tell me how much they enjoy the music, and their performance adds such an elegant touch to the overall experience. It is a pleasure working with Southern Strings, and I look forward to partnering with them year after year. We are incredibly grateful for the role Southern Strings plays in making our event such a memorable experience each year.
I highly recommend them for corporate events, galas, awards ceremonies, or any special occasion!
Elisa
Elisa Sent on 06/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Using Southern Strings for your event is a MUST DO!

Having Southern Strings play at my wedding reception was one of the best decisions I made! Working with Claire and Kristi was a dream. They were so attentive and helpful throughout the booking process. The musicians were INCREDIBLE and also a delight to work with. I received so many compliments from my guests and the Southern Strings music was always at the top of the list!
Adam
Adam Sent on 05/21/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Outdoor Wedding

Southern Strings were delightful from start to finish. Claire, Kristi, and the entire team were easy to work with, professional throughout, and insanely talented! I was shocked at the range of music they had available to play. The looks on our kids' faces when they recognized their favorite songs being played by the Southern Strings trio as they each walked down the aisle was priceless! Having Southern Strings gave our ceremony (before, during, and after) such an elevated and enchanting tone. I could not recommend them more. Whatever you are thinking your event might be with them -- it is even better! Trust me.
Robin
Robin Sent on 05/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our May 2nd Wedding with Southern Strings!

Southern Strings did such a beautiful job at our wedding. We loved having them, and they helped make our day so special! Our guests loved them almost as much as we did, and they truly accomplished bringing out the beauty in some of our favorite songs. They are also so great to work with, particularly because of how responsive and kind they are. I cannot recommend them enough!!
Sharon
Sharon Sent on 03/23/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Booking Southern Strings for a Concert Series

I am so happy with the performance Southern Strings delivered for our Vernal Equinox Concert. I am a Visitor Program Coordinator and I booked them for our concert series this year. They put together a lovely, engaging program for our audience as well as insightful commentary. Some comments from our event survey include: "I loved the music, they played a great variety of songs." "The String Quartet and music selection were great." "Really good musicians." "They played a great variety of songs. I knew all but a couple, and still enjoyed those."

In addition to their talent, I was relieved by how easy and straight forward Southern Strings are to work with and schedule. They balance professionalism with friendly, easy going attitudes that make event planning feel like a breeze. I am excited to continue working with them on our concert series!
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Hollie Sent on 08/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great Experience

The folks at Southern Strings were very responsive and helpful. We really enjoyed working with them. They added a lot of class and flair to our wedding and we had a lot of compliments.
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Who is the team behind Southern Strings?

Claire Whitcomb + Kristi Strohwig
Claire Whitcomb + Kristi Strohwig
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