Weddings

The String Collective's string quartet have played at over 500 weddings, so you can be assured that the music will create the perfect ambiance for your wedding day.

Whether you chose a string quartet for your ceremony or reception, we would be delighted to talk to you about repertoire selection or alternatively you can make your selection from our list of wedding classics or popular jazz standards. Please email if you would like a comprehensive repertoire list sent to you airlie@stringcollective.com.au

 

The String Collective offer two wedding ceremony packages.

 

The 1 Hour Package:

  • 15 minutes of music prior to your ceremony. This sets the mood and guests are treated to sparkling, well known classics as they arrive at the wedding venue.
  • Music throughout the ceremony- The Processional, The Signing of the Register, The Recessional and any other pieces you may have your heart set on.
  • 10 minutes of music post ceremony. This music sets the celebratory tone as your guests congratulate you.

 

The 1.5 Hour Premium Package:

This package is recommended where the ceremony is longer (i.e. Catholic Mass) or when you are serving drinks directly after the ceremony on location.

 

  • 15 minutes of music prior to your ceremony. This sets the mood and guests are treated to sparkling, well known classics as they arrive at the wedding venue.
  • Music throughout the ceremony- The Processional, The Signing of the Register, The Recessional and any other pieces you may have your heart set on.
  • 45 minutes of music post ceremony. This music sets the celebratory tone as your guests congratulate you and enjoy the champagne! Jazz music is a popular choice for the post ceremony music accompanied by drinks.

 

The Processional

The pieces that we recommend for the Processional are easy to shorten or lengthen depending on how long the aisle is and how long you take on the day.

  • Sheep May Safely Graze String quartet melbourne
  • Canon in D
  • Winter from the Four Seasons

 

The signing

At this point many couples like to request a song that means something special to them.

  • Air by Bach
  • Largo
  • The Way You Look Tonight
  • Ave Maria
  • Jesu Joy
  • Moon River
  • An Affair to remember

 

The Recessional

The Recessional is upbeat and celebratory as you have just been announced husband and wife!

  • Royal Fireworks Suite
  • Spring from the Four Seasons
  • The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
  • Hornpipe