String Quartet, Trio, Duo and Solo Violinist for Weddings and Events in Cornwall, Devon
As a professional musician when you play in a wedding ceremony you are not just creating music.
You are changing the atmosphere of the room that music is played in.
You are helping to join together the thoughts and emotions of all the wedding guests in that room. The music played in the ceremony helps tell the story, a story about love, commitment and being together. So whenever you hear that music again, you are transported back to that magical time.
NEW BLOG POST: How To Choose Music For Your Wedding Ceremony
COVID-19 Protocols For Booking Classical Strings
Sue Aston (Classical Strings)
Why choose Classical Strings?
- Professional Members of the NAWP (National Association of Wedding Professionals)
- Founded in 1995, with 25 years experience, we are professional musicians who have provided music for hundreds of weddings and events
- Your favourite song can be arranged free of charge
- You can use our professionally recorded songs on your wedding video free of charge
- We can professionally record your wedding song as a perfect reminder of your special day or anniversary
- Arrangements by Sue Aston are only available from Classical Strings
- You may chat to Sue on video call at any time if you need any advice or have any questions (or visit Sue once you have booked)
- We can arrange music to accompany a singer or instrumentalist to perform with us
- Our repertoire is constantly expanding with a full range of Pop, Rock Folk, Jazz, Film music and Classics
- Unique Cornish / Celtic playlist including some of Sue Aston’s most popular music
- Bespoke Wedding music composed using your names within the music as the theme
- You may pay by interest-free instalments to suit you, prior to the event – we accept payment by BACS, IBAN, Cheque and PayPal
- Classical Strings are involved with Film and TV work, including the Rosamunde Pilcher films, ‘Delicious’ on Sky TV, ‘Extreme Cake Makers’ on Channel 4 and a documentary about Joseph Emidy by Uplands TV to be shown on Channel 5 and the Smithsonian Channel.
- Recommended by the virtuoso violinist, Nigel Kennedy
- We have full Public Liability Insurance
“I just wanted to let you know that we had the BEST wedding day ever and you were amazing, as I knew you would be!” Zoe and Phil
String Quartet
The String Quartet perform timeless uplifting classics, through to Sue’s original arrangements of pop, rock and film soundtracks. Music from musicals, funky folk tunes and cool jazz are all part of our set!
String Trio
The Classical Strings Trio comprises of two violins and a cello and is slightly more compact than the Quartet, so if space is a problem, but you would like more sound than a solo or duo, then this option is ideal.
String Duo
Featuring the violin and cello, this combination is ideal for performing in a small space. The violin melodies are supported by the depth of the cello sound and creates a well-balanced performance.
Solo Violin
From romantic classics, upbeat folk and haunting Celtic themes, the gentle melodic sounds of a solo violin lends itself well to small intimate gatherings of people, especially if the venue is a small room.
Founded in 1995 and led by professional violinist Sue Aston as featured on BBC1, Radio 2, 3 and 4 and Sky TV
Classical Strings are led by professional violinist and composer Sue Aston, who has worked with some of the world’s top musicians from the classical, folk and pop world. Her music videos have been broadcast on Classic FM and Sky TV, and have received over 2 million views on YouTube.
Classical Strings perform regularly at music festivals and available for recording session work
Each booking includes a FREE arrangement of your favourite song for strings…
If you have a favourite piece of music which you would like to be played on your special day, we can arrange it especially for you. We have recently arranged music by Adele, Jason Mraz, Charlene Soraia, Akon, Abba and film music such as Star Wars and Jurassic Park!
Even if you have a teeny-tiny wedding, a solo violin can create an atmosphere that reflects your love story and brings your guests together as one.
The solo violin is also a very green option requiring no electricity and is very mobile!
This photo was from an outside wedding at Trebah Gardens. The music drifted through the trees right down to the beach.
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Bespoke music composed just for you - see @sueastonmusic
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29 years ago today, I was celebrating my own wedding with @geniuslocimedia
This is my favourite photo of the day.
Sue x
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings & Events
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin
Bespoke Wedding music composed just for you
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Solo gig today! Such a beautiful venue and very Covid safe 💕
An early night as I have my first wedding in ages tomorrow!
Sue
Classical Strings Weddings & Events
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin
Bespoke Wedding Music, composed just for you.
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A productive day preparing for a solo violin booking on Saturday. This will be for a wedding at Trebah Gardens. I will be playing a selection of love songs, the gardens always look lovely this time of year.
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Bespoke wedding music composed just for you @sueastonmusic
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We all hope that weddings will back to normal in 2021 and beyond. However, we have to be prepared that some restrictions may still be in place.
I want to reassure all our wedding couples that if the size of your wedding party is changed you can also change which string ensemble you require.
So if you have booked a String Quartet and want to change to a Trio, Duo or solo violin due to any restrictions we can do that for you.
Equally, if you currently have a solo violin booked and nearer the time it looks like you can increase your wedding party you can also change to a Duo,Trio or Quartet.
Sue Aston
(All deposits are transferable)
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin
Bespoke wedding music, composed just for you
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Getting ready - The Classical Strings Trio
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin
Bespoke Wedding music composed just for you by @sueastonmusic
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A day arranging new music for all our string ensembles. It feels wonderful to be talking to Brides about weddings and not just about postponing them!
Sue x
NB: My other musical project 'The Diary of A Coastal Composer' has a new episode available from today - see @sueastonmusic
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Bespoke Wedding Music composed just for you
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Wedding Tip Wednesday
Want to go green? Book a String Quartet!
In many ways there is no better form of green entertainment than a String Quartet. It requires no electricity, no batteries and the instruments are traditional and handmade!
With many people holding their wedding celebrations outside, the music from a String Quartet (or similar string ensemble) will blend in with nature, bird song and the voices of your guests.
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin
Wedding Music as original as you are
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Very happy today, we have our first wedding confirmed for two weeks time. This will be for the Classical Strings Quartet.
2021 and 2022 are very busy as so many weddings having been postponed, but we have availability for a few still for 2020 (depending on the restrictions).
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Wedding music as original as you are
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When selecting the best wedding songs for your wedding, you'll want to include your own personal favourites, as well as music that will create the right atmosphere for your guests.
It's important to consider songs that are appropriate to be played before the wedding ceremony, the signing of the register and the drinks reception etc.
If you need any help in choosing or sequencing the music for your wedding please get in touch!
Sue 🙂
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin
Bespoke Wedding Music Composed Just For You
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How To Choose Music For Your Wedding Ceremony
(New Blog on The Classical Strings Website)
The blog covers choosing music for the four parts of your wedding ceremony.
Thank you to @elizabeth_melvin_photography for the lovely photo.
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Bespoke Wedding music composed just for you.
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We stand together with all the wedding suppliers around the world who are doing their best at this time. #whataboutweddings
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
Strings Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Wedding Music composed, recorded and released just for you
@nawpuk Professional Member
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Talking to venues about Covid protocols and planning our next wedding.
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings & Events
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Wedding Music Composed Just For You.
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Arranging a fabulous new song for an upcoming wedding and getting ready to master our next single!
Sue x
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Composed Just For You - The Ultimate Wedding Gift
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COVID-19 has meant than many couples are having to reduce the number of guests for their weddings. Our Solo Violin option is ideal as it takes up the least room and it is just me!
Due to the versatile nature of the instrument, the violin can easily play a selection of different styles if you so wish. The violin performance is unaccompanied, I prefer to enjoy the natural sound of the violin and make the most of the acoustics of the room, rather than play with a backing track. This way I can easily be in control of the performance – playing softer if necessary and drawing the music to a close during the ceremony, for example. It also means that I can quickly adapt and play anything to suit the mood and atmosphere of the occasion without being hindered by operating any extra equipment. With the rise of Eco Weddings, I do not need to use electricity!
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violin
@nawpuk Professional Member
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Another video call tonight with a bride and groom for their wedding in 2021.
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin
Bespoke Wedding Music Composed Just For You.
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A day of creativity, music and planning. I spoke to a lovely couple today, helping to advise them on their wedding day and the music we will play for them.
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet Trio Duo Solo Violin.
Bespoke Wedding Music
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Weddings are moving forward but at the same time we are ensuring we keep our musicians, clients and engaged couples as safe as possible.
We will be playing at a safe distance, volume and have the correct PPE depending on each wedding, venue or booking.
Thank you to everyone for your support during these challenging times.
Sue Aston
Classical Strings Weddings & Events
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violin
Wedding Music composed just for you.
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Out of sight but the music will find a way, drifting through the air like a lover’s whisper.
Sue x
Classical Strings Weddings
String Quartet - Trio - Duo - Solo Violin - Virtual Violinist
Wedding Music composed just for you
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