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Vintage String Music, based in Boston, Massachusetts, provides stunning instrumentals for weddings and events in the area. The talented groups formed from this company are made up of some of Boston's best musicians, with a range of skills between them. Founders Vanessa and Diane share a passion for musical arts and are both classically-trained freelance musicians and educators. Couples can have this team enhance their special day through the beauty of sound. They strive to bring guests together through lively and energetic entertainment.

Services Offered

The happy couple can be serenaded by this company as a duo, trio, or quartet, with a range of string, brass, wind, percussion instruments, and more. The team has an expansive music repertoire with everything from Beethoven to Beyonce. The band provides rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and cocktail hour music, and also includes music to be played during their breaks. Covering a large range of genres, these artists are also willing to learn new songs to add to their list.

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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
Sound/PA System

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
String - Trio
String - Quartet

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Drums
Guitar
Viola
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals

Reviews of Vintage String Music

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Vintage String is highly praised by reviewers for their incredible performance at weddings. The duo and trio groups added elegance and beauty to ceremonies and cocktail hours, with guests complimenting the music. Diane and Vanessa are highlighted for their kindness, talent, and responsiveness, making the planning process easy and enjoyable. Custom arrangements, a mix of contemporary and classic songs, and accommodating special requests were also mentioned as standout features that made weddings more magical and memorable. Overall, Vintage String comes highly recommended for those seeking exceptional musicians to enhance their special day.

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Vintage String is highly praised by reviewers for their incredible performance at weddings. The duo and trio groups added elegance and beauty to ceremonies and cocktail hours, with guests complimenting the music. Diane and Vanessa are highlighted for their kindness, talent, and responsiveness, making the planning process easy and enjoyable. Custom arrangements, a mix of contemporary and classic songs, and accommodating special requests were also mentioned as standout features that made weddings more magical and memorable. Overall, Vintage String comes highly recommended for those seeking exceptional musicians to enhance their special day.

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Nicole Sent on 01/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Vintage Strings

Nothing could have been better. They performed at my house, outdoors and the sound was amazing. I had some specific song requests and they transposed our wedding song incredibly- it was absolutely perfect.
Vintage strings also performed for the cocktail hour with songs I was able to pick from a very extensive list.
Organizing and communicating with Vintage Strings was smooth and professional. I would use them again and I honestly wish I had nixed the DJ and had Vintage Strings play for the dancing portion as well, handling all of the music for the wedding. They really provided a unique and special atmosphere.
Erynne
Erynne Sent on 08/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Ambiance

Vintage String was organized & so easy to work with. We live out of state so the majority of our communication occurred over email, quick phone calls & google drive docs. All of their recommendations for song choices & timing were incredibly helpful & perceptive. I was able to work with them to have a “secret” song to walk down the aisle to as a planned surprise. Overall they were professional & talented, can’t ask for much else!
Yolibet
Yolibet Sent on 06/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Come True

I found vintage string on thumbtack! As soon as I reached out I got an email back and the communication was excellent from day 1! I loved their song selections and it was so simple to work with them in choosing the songs for the procession as well as my bridal entrance and exit. I had Vanessa for my day and she was so sweet and composed as she played while my guests were seated. Not to mention the quality of the music and the sound was everything I wished for for my garden wedding . Thank you Vintage string for adding that special touch to my day!
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Nancy Sent on 08/17/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Terrific in every way

Diane was a pleasure to work with from the start. Warm, responsive, reassuring, creative problem-solver. Worked collaboratively with other aspects of the event flow to make it simpler, not harder. Very reassuring and professional to work with.

The day of the event, the performers were there right on time, dressed just as requested, and their music provided a beautiful and elegant aspect of an all-round beautiful day.

Can’t recommend Vintage Strings highly enough.
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Anna Sent on 09/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing team!

Working with Vintage String was amazing, to say the least. Diane was so helpful when it came time for me to pick out music - I told her what I liked and she even went out of her way to compile some options for me based on my criteria! Additionally, she was so kind as to have me come over to practice singing together since my husband and I sang at our wedding. She was extremely responsive (24hrs max) with all forms of communication and was willing to write up a string quartet version of some of the songs I desired to have when she couldn't find them online. And it was all reasonably priced!

Such a delight to work with and goes out of her way to be respectful and accommodating. Very warm, kind, welcoming, and hard working.

Finally, the music was perfect!
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Stephanie Sent on 09/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Ceremony Music

Vanessa was amazing! The ceremony music was absolutely beautiful, we received so many compliments from our guests. She even learned a song that meant a lot to my Husband and I. We weren’t sure if it would translate well to a violin solo but it was honestly better than we could have ever imagined. It was a picture perfect day and could not have been done without your help Vanessa!
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Melissa Sent on 08/19/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Look no further! Vintage string is the best.

HIRE VINTAGE STRING!!! Look no further. Vintage String is amazingly talented, so diverse in their repertoire, and SO easy to work with. They looked so professional and were amazingly self-sufficient - I did not have to worry about them AT ALL. The music was timed perfectly and they made sure that their placement was optimal for guests hearing them but also tucked away and unobtrusive. The planning with Vintage String was a breeze - after hearing about the vision of the day they were able to make recommendations that were spot on. It's evident they really care about the work they do. All in all, they are total pros - and anyone would be lucky to have them at an event. One of the easiest and best decisions we made! :)
Kelly
Kelly Sent on 06/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! Beautiful Music! Highly Recommend!

From start to finish Diane and Vanessa were wonderful to deal with. Very informative, quick response, and very straight forward. The musicians were on time, prepared, and played absolutely beautiful music. I highly recommend them.
Meredith
Meredith Sent on 01/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

the BEST!!

Wow, wow, and WOW! We were so pleased from day 1 with Vintage String! Their kind and caring spirit, mixed with their SUBERB talent and organizational skills, helped to make our wedding day so wonderful, and filled with beautiful music! Thank you for helping fill our wedding with so much joy! Do not hesitate to hire this incredibly talented team of women, you will not regret it!!!
Kara
Kara Sent on 01/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Memorable Wedding with Talented Musicians!

My husband and I absolutely loved working with Diane and Vanessa/ The Vintage String team!
Our wedding songs for the ceremony and cocktail hour were a lovely mix of contemporary songs and along with a few classic songs. We hired their Trio String group! All of our guests couldn't stop talking about how incredible this talented group of violin players were. I can't recommend anyone better!
Highly recommend booking with the Vintage String Team right away. They made our special day so magical and filled with a perfect melody that we won't every forget!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

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