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    Makayla B. Sent on 10/28/2024
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    Highly Recommend!

    We had the privilege of working with Alicia & Chris for our wedding ceremony, and we are so grateful with our decision to have them as part of our special day. They are incredibly kind, professional & talented. From the beginning we appreciated them taking the time to have a video call with us to discuss our vision. They were able to learn a special song my husband wanted to walk down the aisle too, as well as mix instrumental and vocals which added an element of fun! We highly recommend Virginia James Music to be apart of your wedding day, or any other event you need live music for!

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    Makayla!

    Thank you so much! You both are just amazing together. We could feel the love radiating off the two of you! We were so thrilled to meet you both and to be a part of your special day! We wish you a joyful life filled with many adventures and love!


    Alicia and Chris
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    Christine A. Sent on 10/15/2024
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    Amazing ceremony and cocktail hour music!

    Alicia and Chris were absolutely incredible in providing the music for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. They were responsive, friendly, professional, and a pleasure to work with. We had a church wedding, and they went above and beyond by coordinating with the parish’s music coordinator well in advance, ensuring every detail of the ceremony music was exactly as we envisioned. I highly recommend Virginia James for any bride/grooms in the Rhode Island area!

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    Thank you so much Christine! We were so happy to be a part of your big day! You were both surrounded by an overwhelming feeling of love and support. It was just beautiful. And you looked stunning! We wish you both a lifetime of love and happiness!
    Alicia and Chris
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    Peter P. Sent on 08/28/2024
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    Great musicians

    We hired Chris and Alicia for my daughter’s wedding. They did a fabulous job. They played during the ceremony as well as the cocktail hour, and played all requests.
    Very versatile musicians.

    Virginia James's reply:

    Thank you so much Pete! We had such a great time! And playing with you was certainly a highlight! ;)

    We wish you and yours all the best!

    Alicia and Chris
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    Carolyn Sent on 08/06/2024
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    Fantastic musicians

    Chris and Alicia were such a pleasure to work with. They are highly professional and organized. We zoomed numerous times to prepare for our wedding and the day of went seamlessly. They play beautifully together and performed our requested songs perfectly. We wanted mostly background music and a sophisticated and elegant luncheon. They made this happen! The music they played at the ceremony was extraordinary and made our magical ceremony ever more special with their talent. I highly recommend them!

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    Carolyn!

    It was so wonderful to meet you and yours. The day was truly magical from the gorgeous flowers, to the breathtaking views and the abundance of love that surrounded you. It was amazing to be a part of it. Thank you so much for having us and we wish you both a lifetime of magic moments!

    All the Best,
    Alicia and Chris
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    Jennifer M. Sent on 07/27/2024
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    Our wedding was perfect

    I was completely impressed with their professionalism and talent. They are very talented and very affordable.
    Our wedding was perfect!!
    Thank you!

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    Thank You so much Jen!! It was such a wonderful day and you looked stunning! You all made us feel like so welcome! You have an amazing family. We wish you all the best!

    Alicia and Chris
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    Sarah P. Sent on 06/26/2024
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    Just the best!

    Virginia James Band was the most amazing addition to our ceremony in Newport, RI. Chris and Alicia are so professional throughout the whole process, and play the most beautiful music together. Chris and Alicia also have a great sound system set up (our ceremony was outside on the water) so the ceremony is seamless and everyone can hear it. Thank you so much Alicia and Chris for being apart of our day! - Jack and Sarah

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    Jack and Sarah!

    Thank you so much! We are so happy you enjoyed us and very happy that you enjoyed the sound! You are both so warm and welcoming and it was such a pleasure being there for you on your special day. We wish you both all the best!

    Alicia and Chris
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    Steve L. Sent on 06/26/2024
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    Perfect Music, Perfect Day

    Virginia James Music made our wedding day truly unforgettable. Alicia and Chris were amazing to work with from start to finish. They had an impressive music selection, and their willingness to go the extra mile really stood out.

    We asked them to learn a special song that wasn’t in their usual repertoire—it was a bit of a deep cut but meant the world to us. They learned it perfectly and played it so beautifully on the day.

    Their performance was spot-on and added such a personal touch to our celebration. We couldn't have asked for a better duo to be a part of our special day. They were simply perfect. Highly recommend Virginia James Music for any event!

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    Steve!

    Thank you so much! You are both so wonderful together. You could not have picked a more perfect spot for that day and, I know we’ve said it before but…We love that song! We wish both a beautiful life together!!

    Alicia and Chris
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    Audrey W. Sent on 09/09/2024
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    Amazingly talented musicians who are super friendly too!

    Wow!! Alicia and Chris made our wedding so magical with their incredible musical talents!! We would highly recommend them to anyone that wants that special addition to their event! We knew from the start of planning that we wanted live music for our ceremony and cocktail hour. When we met Alicia and Chris, we knew they were the ones to deliver. Besides being incredibly kind and easy to talk to, their musical repertoire is sooooo comprehensive! We wanted a mixture of nerdy theme songs (like Lord of the rings), oldies like Neil Young, and newer hits as well. Alicia and Chris were able to perform all of them beautifully! Even two months after the wedding, we are still getting so many compliments regarding their music- it is definitely one of the highlights of the day! We highly recommend Alicia and Chris for anyone looking to add beautiful music, performed by kind hearted people who will make your event that much more special 😊 Thank you both so much for everything!!

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    Oh Audrey!

    Thank you so much for you kind words! It was so wonderful meeting you both! Your bright energy and enthusiasm for life is just so beautifully infectious! And what a wonderful family and group of friends you have. You are surrounded by so much love! We are so grateful to have been a part of your special day. We wish you both a lifetime of joy and love!

    All the Best to You Both!
    Alicia and Chris
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    Mallorie H. Sent on 10/22/2023
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    10 out of 10 recommend!

    Very communicative leading up to the wedding. Provided very comprehensive music list, asked all the right questions. Music was PHENOMENAL. Wedding guests raved about the music. They were patient with our toddler who was mesmerized by the instruments. Absolutely would recommend!

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    Mallorie and Ashley!

    Thank you so much for having us! It was such a pleasure to play for you and your family. And your little one was just perfect! We wish you and yours all the best!

    Alicia and Chris
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    Michelle A. Sent on 10/09/2023
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    Outstanding, highly recommend!

    Virginia James Music played for our wedding a d reception. Classical, pop, jazz, and easy listening were a part of their wonderful list. They also learned several new songs to accommodate our wedding program. They are talented professionals and would provide the basis for any special event. We received many compliments from our guests. Well worth the investment, a quality group.

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    Thank you very much for having us Bill and Michelle! Wonderful family and friends, great guest singers, and you made us feel a part of the day from the start. It was our pleasure to play for you both on your special day! All the best!
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    Matt B. Sent on 10/21/2023
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    Acoustic Duo

    Virginia James was amazing, we met with them several times before our wedding to iron out the music we’d like for our ceremony. During the wedding/cocktail hour they absolutely nailed it. They played our first dance song, Hell or High Water, by Zach Bryan flawlessly with their own personal flare. We felt so blessed to have them be apart of our big day. BOOK THEM, YOU WONT BE DISAPPOINTED!

    Virginia James's reply:

    Matt!!
    Thank you so much for having us and for all your kind words! It was such a pleasure playing for you both! We wish you a lifetime of happiness and adventure!

    Alicia and Chris
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    Haley C. Sent on 12/29/2022
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    Professional, Responsive, and Immensely Talented!

    Alicia and Chris were an absolute pleasure to work with! They are as professional as they are talented! Their song list is extensive, and they even learned to play a new song for our wedding. They also provided us with lapel mics for the groom/officiant during the ceremony, which was super helpful. I’ve been sent a few videos by guests, and I immediately tear up as I hear them play my bridal entrance song! We couldn’t have had a better experience!

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    Haley! Thank you so much for this! It was such a pleasure meeting you both and having the opportunity to perform for your special day. You two are beautiful together ❤️ We wish you a happy, healthy and prosperous journey!

    Alicia and Chris (Virginia James)
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    Abigail Sent on 12/02/2022
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    Absolutely perfect!

    Alicia and Chris were amazing throughout the whole process! Our ceremony music was so beautiful and exactly what I had envisioned. I cannot recommend them enough!

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    Abby!

    Thank you so much! We are so excited for you both and so honored to have been part of your big day! We wish you a life filled with love and happiness!

    Alicia and Chris
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    Jenna T. Sent on 08/29/2022
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    Lovely & the Best People to Deliver Ambiance, Grace/Vibe at our Vow Renewal

    I cannot say enough wonderful things about Alicia & Chris. They were professional, attentive, flexible, adaptable, friendly and kind. They made sure they understood the vision and formulated a plan to achieve it. My family and friends loved them and said how much they added to the night. Alicia and Chris are such special musicians, multi talented, and wonderful communicators. I could not be happier with them and the beauty and overall ambiance that they offered. Alicia and Chris, thank you for everything!!! Jay and I appreciate you, thank you for making that day perfect and memorable. Thank you for sharing your gifts of violin, guitar and vocals.

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    Jenna and Jay!

    Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a pleasure meeting you and being part of your big day! You truly looked like a pricess and Jay made the perfect prince! You have some amazing and talented students btw! Thank you so much again for having us! We wish you both a beautiful life together!
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    Tina S. Sent on 03/04/2022
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    Class act!

    Chis and Alicia are amazing!! We can not rave about them enough. We hired them to play at our outdoor wedding for the ceremony and cocktail hour. From the start they were completely professional, flexible, on the ball and we’re very resourceful with music. They were focused on making our day absolutely perfect for us, and that’s exactly what they did. All of our guest raved about how great the quality of their music was, how amazing their voices were, and wanted to know where we found them. In our opinion they are a class act and we will definitely be using them again!

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    Tina thank you so much! We were so excited to be apart of your big day! The location and ceremony were absolutely beautiful! We wish you both a wonderful journey and life together!
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    William B. Sent on 01/10/2022
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    Danielle Beauchene's rehearsal dinner

    Virginia and Chris provided the entertainment at the Rehearsal dinner for my daughter' s wedding.

    They were incredible. All night the guests kept seeking me out to tell me how awesome the entertainment was and what talented musicians they were....as well as their excellent choice of the music they played. I was compelled to ask them to continue playing for an additional 2 hours and they were happy to oblige.

    Highly recommended!!

    Virginia James's reply:

    Thank you so much Bill! We had a great time performing for your friends and family! What a wonderful celebration and such a beautiful spot! All the best to you the family and the new couple!
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    Hannah Sent on 01/17/2022
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    Excellent People and Music

    Chris and Alicia are a perfect Duo for your wedding day. We hired them for our church music and they blew the guests away. We had family asking where we found them - they were actually friends of my Mothers from years past! Exceptional work and professionalism. So very responsive and flexible with times, dates etc. Also was a super help as far as helping us choose our music. We are so glad we chose them to be a part of our day. You will not be disappointed. Highly recommend.

    Virginia James's reply:

    Thank you so very much for the kind words and for choosing us for your wedding music! We were very happy to help and glad it went so well. What a beautiful ceremony! All the best to you both!
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    Mccall Sent on 09/08/2024
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    10/10 Best choice we made!

    I cannot express enough how grateful we are for Alicia and Chris who played at our wedding ceremony at Greenville Vineyards. The combination of guitar and violin created the most enchanting atmosphere that perfectly complemented our outdoor setting.

    From the moment we reached out to them, their professionalism and passion for music were evident. They took the time to understand our vision and even offered suggestions that truly elevated our ceremony. On the day of the wedding, their performance was absolutely stunning. Many of our guests commented on how beautiful the music was, and it truly set the tone for a magical day.

    Thank you for contributing to our special moment in such a profound way. You helped make our wedding unforgettable, and I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone looking to add a touch of elegance to their event!

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    Oh McCall!

    Thank you so much for your kind works. You are such a joy! We were so happy to be part of your special day and what a gorgeous day it was. You were like a princess! The both of you complement each other so beautifully and you looked so content and in love. Thank you so much for having us and we wish you and yours a lifetime of happiness!

    Alicia and Chris
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