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Vivace Live String Quartet and DJ fusion is a luxury wedding entertainment band.

Wish you could set your wedding apart from all the rest? A little bored by the same old concept of traditional wedding bands and DJ's? Whether you are intrigued by something new or just want to feel completely yourself at your own wedding, surrounded by people and music you know and love, Vivace Live will help you create unforgettable moments that your guests will rave about for years!

Strings/DJ Services

With over 30 years of experience, founder and creative director Sara Irvine crafts exquisit soundscape designs for wedding celebrations. From intimate gatherings to DJ/electric string combos for large dance parties, their music sets the standard for modern music on strings. As one of the leading string quartet bands on the east coast, this Pennsylvania based group is sought after for their unique perfomances nationwide. Their authentic and unique style is a perfect fit for the relaxed yet naturally beautiful wedding. Skip "predictable" and surround yourself with new renditions of recognizable songs that you and your guests will love!

Vivace Live has partnered with produciton teams nationwide to deliver award-winning strings and DJ packages.

Examples of All-Inclusive Destination Wedding Packages:

  • Welcome Party: String Quartet Band (4 Electric Strings, Drummer, Sound Tech, and Lights) for a 4 hour fun celebration (mixed genres of jazz. country, film, indie-folk, pop)
  • Dress Rehearsal Party: Guitar, Violin, Drums, Vocals for 3 hours of an intimate dinner (genre specific, ie: The Beatles or Taylor Swift etc.)
  • Wedding Day Variety: String Quartet plays Bridgerton covers for Ceremony, Solo guitar plays mixed genres for cocktail hour, String Quartet Band plays jazz for dinner, String Quartet for first dances, Club level DJ for Dancing
  • Reception without a DJ? Yes, we entertain small to large groups with our 5 piece string band and emcee for a night full of fun, occasional dancing, and real conversations. For those of you who love listening to live music more than a DJ.
  • Curated Live Music Package: Create your own combination of Strings with or without DJ, Choose from our extensive repertoire list of over 1000 pieces, or personalize your experience by requesting your own custom arrangment

If you happen to be in town:

Your wedding entertainment should feel like a fun Saturday night out! Join Vivace Live String Quartet for one of their regular public performances. Relax and have fun while listening to covers of Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, The Beatles, AC/DC, U2 etc. (See their website for locations, dates, times, and ticket costs.)

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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
Microphones
Reception Music

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Orchestra
String - Quartet
Soloist / Vocalist

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Drums
Flute
Guitar
Harp
Piano
Viola
Violin

What services do you provide?

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

Reviews of Vivace Live String Quartet

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Vivace Live, a string quartet service, received glowing reviews for their performances at weddings, with many guests and couples praising their talent, professionalism, and the variety of music genres they offered. Clients appreciated their flexibility, seamless communication, and ability to understand and execute special song requests. Their live music created a magical and lively atmosphere, with guests complimenting their performance, which included playing both classical pieces and modern hits. Overall, Vivace Live came highly recommended by couples for adding a unique and memorable touch to their wedding events.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Vivace Live, a string quartet service, received glowing reviews for their performances at weddings, with many guests and couples praising their talent, professionalism, and the variety of music genres they offered. Clients appreciated their flexibility, seamless communication, and ability to understand and execute special song requests. Their live music created a magical and lively atmosphere, with guests complimenting their performance, which included playing both classical pieces and modern hits. Overall, Vivace Live came highly recommended by couples for adding a unique and memorable touch to their wedding events.

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Kristeen Sent on 12/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Out of this world fun!

This is the best String Quartet I've seen live! They made the wedding so magical and lively! The most fun I've had as a bridesmaid! Seeing people run over to dance or sing songs they didn't know would be played was really fun. The mix of songs were perfect! They were all so nice as well and professional!
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Kathleen Sent on 08/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Elegant and Flexible!

They were absolutly wonderful! They made the booking process easy and even learned a custom song that I requested! They brought tears to the eyes of my wedding guests and just made the overall atmosphere so elegant and fun!
Haley
Haley Sent on 06/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Music!

We knew having a DJ would not fit our personalities or the vibe of our wedding, so we decided to book Vivace for the whole event. We are so glad we did!! They did an amazing job of varying the music throughout the night. The quartet was beautiful for the ceremony - many tears were shed! For cocktail hour and the reception, they incorporated drums and played more modern, upbeat music. During dinner, they played softer background music. We had several guests tell us how amazing the music was, and we completely agree!! It was exactly what we were looking for and set the tone perfectly for the night!

Sarah and Julianna were easy to work with throughout the booking and planning process, even when we had a few last minute changes to make. We also had their drummer emcee for us since we didn't have a DJ. He did a great job of making announcements throughout the night.

We can't recommend Vivace enough!! They played a huge part in making this the best day of our lives!
Paige
Paige Sent on 05/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A must book!!!

We wanted to book a musician group for our ceremony and cocktail hour on during our December 2024 wedding. When I discovered Vivace and their repertoire of music, I knew we had to work with them. They made everything so easy and painless and our guests LOVED the vibes of a string quartet playing modern music. Book them now - you won’t regret it!
Madeline
Madeline Sent on 04/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Music!

If you need live music for your event, you absolutely need to consider Vivace Live. For our wedding, we chose their string quartet for the ceremony, pianist for the cocktail hour, and string quartet with drums for dinner. They learned a new piece for the ceremony and played exactly what I wanted during the bridal entrance. The dinner music was exceptional, with guests singing and dancing before the dance floor opened! We've received many compliments and requests for their contact. Investing in high-quality entertainment was worth every penny.
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Diana Sent on 07/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Vivace is the vibe

I cannot recommend Vivace enough for your event. Everything with them was seamless from initial proposal to signing the agreement, music selection, and day-of coordination. Julianna is a dream to work with. They were so amazing I’ve had several guests commenting on how that was one of their favorite touches on our wedding!
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Dexter Sent on 07/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Played the space perfectly

I hired Vivace Live for my wedding ceremony and reception. In a challenging room with virtually no sound deadening, they immediately played the perfect volume to bring life to the room without intruding on conversation. Their selection of music was both elegant and intriguing. They made beautiful compositions of a few songs we had requested. Their demeanor and communication was outstanding. 6 out of 5 stars if I could.
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Christian Sent on 07/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great live music for ceremony and cocktail hour

Vivace was everything we could have hoped for to make our cocktail hour unforgettable. They were easy to communicate with leading up to the event and played everything we asked for while filling in with other songs that fit our style. We got multiple compliments from wedding guests about how good they were and added a different feel to our ceremony and cocktail hour that made it stand out in comparison to other weddings. Would highly recommend them to anyone looking to make their special day even more special.
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 07/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Bridgerton vibes at Hershey Gardens

We're so grateful to have been able to work with Vivace. Sara was really easy to work with from our first introductory call all the way up to our wedding day. The Fiddle & Fray duo brought the Bridgerton vibes to our wedding at Hershey Gardens, and we really appreciated how Vivace worked with us to make sure our first dance was a special song choice at the right tempo! If I could give any advice to future couples or people looking for string musicians, go with Vivace for an easy, flexible and high-quality experience.
Keith
Keith Sent on 06/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal !!!

Highly talented and professional group. As a former touring musician I can say that their level of musicianship is incredible. Their arrangements of contemporary songs were amazing. Upbeat and fun, they kept the dance floor packed with their take on songs from Bruno Mars to Michael Jackson and beyond. We went in expecting to hear boring chamber music, and came as fans of Vivace Live. Highly recommended and great choice for any wedding reception!!!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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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
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
M Reed Photography M Reed Photography Wedding Photographers

If you're looking for music to set your event apart from the rest, Vivance Strings is perfect! Music was just so beautiful! I had the opportunity to talk with them after they were finished playing for a wedding and they all were so personable. Just a great team to work with!

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