Like church bells, confetti and embarassing speeches, a string quartet is a bit of a tradition for weddings. So when it comes to booking a group, what should you look for?
Obviously, a professional and friendly approach is important. If nobody returned your phonecall for a week or your email seemed to disappear into cyberspace, that’s not a very good start. Look for groups who will try to get back to you and take an interest in your needs. A good quartet will have a large repertoire of various styles, be happy to find and rehearse music that isn’t currently listed and these days many offer you an arrangement of your favourite song if you ask for it.
When it comes to booking an ensemble, a clear, easy to understand contract is also a very good sign. The contract should be there for the benefit of both parties, so you should definitely get something in writing to confirm the date is reserved for you.
Cost really varies, and while it’s important to shop around for a few quotes, do be a little bit suspicious of a quartet who are vastly cheaper than everyone else. Clarify exactly what you’re getting for your money. If the quote includes three hours of driving to get to the venue, preparation of special requests, arranging that Kylie track you danced to on your first date, then the chances are it will be higher than a quartet who live round the corner and will only offer pieces from their existing repertoire. Ask to see testimonials or recom...
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