Are you planning a wedding or maybe a corporate event and contemplating which live musicians to hire? Why not consider hiring a string quartet to add a touch of sophistication and glamour. A string quartet will bring an enjoyable musical experience and one that will not overwhelm the occasion itself.
A string quartet consists of a cello, viola, and two violins. The violinists provide a song’s melody; the viola supports the mid-range harmonies; the cellist plays the bass line. They play together to create a harmonious piece of music perfect for any event, like a wedding reception or corporate convention. You could even go for an electric string quartet, which are gaining popularity as they provide the same structure but will be livelier.
Why Should I Hire a String Quartet?
Let’s say you have been considering live musicians for your event, and then a quartet will be a superior option as they provide a stronger resonance and more complex harmonies than a solo musician.
A string quartet will not just play classical tunes but modern pop songs too. Audiences will enjoy hearing their favourite modern songs remixed into a completely different genre.
String quartets are surprisingly versatile and can perform at various events–they are not just restricted to a wedding ceremony, but are often booked for corporate events too.
A Wedding Ceremony
If you are looking to elevate your wedding ceremony with a touch of charm then a string quartet is the answer.
You can completely customise your ceremony’s music with some classical and modern pop tunes. Strings sound exceptionally heavenly when performed in a church as they usually have great acoustics.
Your wedding ceremony requires elegant music performed by talented live wedding musicians while your guests are waiting and as you walk down the aisle. Nothing can compete with a string quartet playing your favourite tune, you don’t want to struggle with a CD track or playlist, hoping it is going to work correctly, and nothing skips. Live musicians can adapt to any unexpected situation and having to improvise if needed.
The Drinks Reception
A string quartet is also very flexible and can easily perform for your drinks reception. They don’t need any set-up time like a band would all they would require is 4 chairs that have no armrests, so they can move their arms freely while they are playing. These wedding musicians can easily change the mood in the room as they provide an appropriate level of background music for easy listening.
Corporate Events
Music is a crucial ingredient in keeping corporate events entertaining and friendly. It serves as tasteful background music to help fill uncomfortable or awkward silence without distracting or overpowering conversations. This lends itself for clients to mingle and to network without being overpowered by the music.
Electric string quartets are especially popular for many of these events because they can keep things low-key and then put on a more lively show when required.
What Else do I need to know?
They don’t need much space, around about 2 x 3 meters with chairs set in a semi-circle. Ensure that the chairs have no armrests as discussed earlier. They won’t require any technical equipment or PA system, but if you need amplification in the venue then that can be provided. If you are having an event or ceremony outdoors just be mindful that they can’t perform in the cold and will need some shade if it is a hot day.
Book them early if it is for a wedding as the months of May-October are a busy time for musicians. Prices will vary depending on the time of the year, location of event and how long you want them to perform.
A string quartet will upgrade any gathering they perform at as they will set the tone and mood to provide a memorable occasion. No event is complete without live music so why not hire a string quartet, you won’t be disappointed.