The Top 15 Best String Quartets for Hire in the UK (With Prices)

In this blog post, we'll list the 15 most popular string quartets for hire in the UK on FixTheMusic, based on the number of their confirmed bookings for 2024 and 2025.

The UK is home to some of the best string quartets in Europe that perform regularly at high-end corporate events and celebrity weddings.

You'll see that there is a huge range of styles and that many of the string quartets offer something a bit different to make your wedding truly memorable. Our string quartets are specialists in performing Bridgerton-inspired string music for weddings.

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String quartets on FixTheMusic have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment.

FixTheMusic's top string quartets perform in a variety of styles, from pop covers and jazz to classical music and film music. They are usually able to perform as a trio or duo, if your budget is more restricted or if your event is at a smaller venue.

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Every string quartets on this list has been selected because they have the most bookings on our platform.

The team at FixTheMusic invite only exceptional musicians to join the platform, so the string quartets highlighted here are truly the best of the best.

Each string quartets featured on FixTheMusic undergoes rigorous evaluation, chosen for their exceptional musicianship, verified reviews from past couples, high-quality videos, and dedication to customer satisfaction. We update this list regularly as new string quartets rise through the ranks and existing groups evolve.

So here's the list of the 15 best string quartets for hire in the UK for 2024...

1. Aquarius Strings
2. Aphrodite Strings
3. Mythos Strings
4. The Manchester String Quartet
5. Venus String Quartet
6. Cinematic Strings
7. The Paragon String Quartet
8. Odyssey String Quartet
9. Amethyst Strings
10. Vivid Violin Duo
11. Utopia Strings
12. Angel Strings
13. Beats & Strings
14. Cymru String Quartet
15. Artisan Strings

So let's take a closer look at the most in-demand string quartets in the UK this year...

1. Aquarius Strings
Average booking price: £1,500 - £5,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: London & Manchester

Aquarius Strings offer a bespoke service by providing flexibility in the size of the group ranging from 1-20 players.

Aquarius Strings features vibrant female electric and acoustic musicians. They are in demand to entertain at private & corporate functions in the UK and internationally.

The group can also combine with other musicians, including a DJ, sax player, bongos...

We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Belmond Villa San Michele in Italy, Casa Dos Penedos in Portugal, Requesens Castle in Spain, Château De La Valouze in France and The Ned in London, UK.

Covering a wide range of music genres (including popular songs, classical and famous musicals), each event is exclusive to the requirement of our client.

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Members are all vibrant young, modern professional musicians who trained at top UK conservatoires.

Together with choreographed moves, an eye for fashion and captivating output we entice audiences of all ages on a global level.

We can play acoustic by day and electric by night whatever atmosphere you wish us to create it will be delivered.

As a contemporary, modern string quartet group, our energetic covers of pop and rock songs have been described as being similar to the Vitamin String Quartet and all-female string quartet ESCALA. The string quartet is also able to perform in the style seen in the hit Netflix show, Bridgerton, featuring its classical arrangements of modern pop songs such as Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift.

The group also specialises in Bollywood music.

We have performed all over Europe, including at beach weddings in Ibiza, romantic proposals in France, wedding receptions in Italy, corporate events in Spain and luxury parties in Monaco.

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Here are just some of the locations where Aquarius Strings have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic...

• Mykonos, Greece
• Belmond Villa San Michele, Italy
• Le Manoir Du Bout Du Pont, France
• Castello Monaci, Italy
• Borgo Finocchieto, Italy
• Château du Doux, Altillac, France
• Villa Erba, Lake Como, Italy
• Chateau La Durantie, Lanouaille
• Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris
• Santorini, Greece
• Requesens Castle, Spain
• Finca Son Termes, Mallorca
• Chateau de Rigoulieres, France
• Château Saint Georges, France
• Chateau Saint Martory, France
• National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam
• Château de Reignac, Bordeaux
• Chateau de Robernier, France
• Château Gassies, Latresne
• MGallery Hôtel de la Cité, Carcassonne
• Villa Apparita, Pienza, Italy
• Villa Lario, Lake Como, Italy
• Rodin Museum, Musée d'Orsay
• Chateau de Puissentut, France
• Château de Bouthonvilliers, France
• Revery Bar @ Hilton Park Lane
• Château De La Valouze, France
• La Bastide de Gordes, France
• Hotel Hospes Maricel & Spa, Mallorca

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2. Aphrodite Strings
Average booking price: £1,000 - £2,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: Manchester & London

Aphrodite Strings are one of the UK’s leading string ensembles.

They are available for hire as a quartet, trio, duo or soloist for anyone looking for exceptional string players for their special occasion.

From large corporate events, weddings and restaurant openings, to small parties, our group will provide the perfect musical experience to enhance your memorable day.

We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Middleton Lodge Estate in Richmond and Jack Barclay Bentley in Berkeley Square, London.

With a large repertoire to choose from, the music will be perfectly tailored to your occasion.

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Music options include Classical, Pop, Rock, Jazz, Funk, Bollywood, Film/Musicals/TV Themes Hymns and Christmas carols.

They are based in Greater Manchester, but they are happy to travel to surrounding areas including Leeds, Liverpool, Cheshire, Lancashire, Cumbria, North West, Sheffield, etc.

These are some of the most important clients they've worked for: Manchester City Football Club, University of Manchester, University of Suffolk, Northern Power Women, Audi, Royal Northern College of Music, the Palace Hotel in Manchester, the Hilton Hotel in Manchester, National Football Museum, Dancefloor Couture and Selfridges.

With a large repertoire of music to choose from, you are assured the music chosen will be perfectly tailored to your occasion.

Based in Manchester, our female string group is composed of current music students at the prestigious Royal Northern College of Music.

Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...

• Middleton Lodge Estate, Richmond
• Hedsor House, Buckinghamshire
• Keele Hall, Staffordshire
• Fitzrovia Chapel, Pearson Square
• Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn
• Jack Barclay Bentley, London
• Hawkstone Hall & Gardens
• Eccleston Square, London
• Wildhive Callow Hall, Ashbourne
• Amrita Hall, Bromley, UK
• Froyle Park, Alton
• Marylebone Town Hall, London
• Merchant Taylors’ Hall, London
• Fulham Palace, Bishop's Avenue
• Osea Island, Maldon, Essex, UK
• Colton, Rugeley

We specialise in live classical, pop, and jazz music for weddings, receptions, private parties, and corporate events throughout the UK.

We are all highly experienced string players and have worked with artists such as Olly Murs, Claire Teal and Gregory Porter.

We have performed at various prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall, The Grosvenor Hotel, The Sage at Gateshead, Snape Maltings Concert Hall, Manchester Town Hall and Liverpool Philarmonic Hall.

We are also firm favourites for both wedding ceremonies and receptions.

One of our favourite performances has been at the Bright Star Ball in London alongside Sir Tom Jones, Jack Whitehall and Sam Bailey.

We have also performed at the Etihad Stadium for their annual Woman’s Awards Ceremony and the Coronation of Awards at the RNCM. We have even been featured on Sky News!

As well as playing the standard repertoire, we also create our own arrangements. Our session work experience includes collaborations with the RNCM Session Orchestra, the James Vezer Band, James Bradshaw and the Dom Lawson Band.

Please contact us to discuss your event. We would be delighted to play for you and make your day truly memorable.

Weddings

Aphrodite Strings play classical strings at weddings, balls, receptions, corporate events and parties.

At weddings, we often starting off with classical music of your choice during your ceremony and perhaps your wedding breakfast.

The choice is entirely yours and we will play whatever you like, or suggest music from our very extensive repertoire.

Drinks Reception

Aphrodite Strings will perform some beautiful background music to entertain your guests during the drinks reception.

The music will be a mixture of different styles, including pop, jazz and some of the most well-loved classical pieces. All or any part of the set list can be picked by yourself.

The Wedding Breakfast

Aphrodite Strings will perform some light background music as the Wedding Breakfast is served.

The setlist normally includes jazz and light pop music but we are happy to include the music of your choice.

For your first dance, we will be delighted to play the music of your choice if you wish.

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3. Mythos Strings
Average booking price: £1,000 - £2,500 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

Mythos Strings are a young and stylish string group who frequently wow audiences at weddings, concerts, corporate events and parties.

Based in the UK, we are in demand to perform throughout the UK but also in Europe, the Middle East and further afield!

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We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at LeCrans Hotel & Spa in Switzerland, Château de la Valouze in La Roche-Chalais, InterContinental Le Grand Hotel in Paris and The Ned, The May Fair Radisson Collection Hotel & Lincoln's Inn in London.

Mythos Strings was founded in 2000 by David who studied under Italy’s leading violinists Riccardo Brengola at the Accademia Chigiana in Siena and Alberto Fiore.

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David has extensive professional experience and his credits include Rome Opera House, London Concert Orchestra, Birmingham Royal Ballet, London Soloists, Cunard Cruise Liners and he is also a session musician for the BBC.

Mythos Strings is a distinguished ensemble composed of highly regarded professional musicians who have played extensively in concert halls across Europe.

The group specialises in professional music engagements, weddings, corporate and Bollywood events, parties and Jewish celebrations including Bar Mitzvahs and weddings.

The group is especially versatile and can perform as a solo, duo, trio, quartet, quintet, sextet, octet or chamber orchestra depending on your request or budget requirements.

The group’s repertoire of strings arrangements is the largest in the UK ranging from classical to jazz, pop, soul, Bollywood, folk, Jewish and Israeli.

The group can also arrange your favourite playlists to be performed at your special event if not already in their extensive collection.

Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...

• LeCrans Hotel & Spa, Switzerland
• InterContinental Grand Hotel, Paris
• Villa Le Fontanelle, Florence
• Château d'Aveny, France
• Château de la Valouze, France
• The Ned, Poultry, London
• Lincoln's Inn, London, UK
• The Lansdowne Club, London
• Barnes, London, UK
• Englefield Green, Egham
• Twickenham
• Jersey, Channel Islands

So if you're looking to hire the finest acoustic or electric string group London has to offer for your wedding or event, get in touch with Mythos Strings!

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Bollywood String Quartet

Mythos Strings has extensive experience of providing Bollywood and Indian string music, both for weddings and all kinds of events.

It has built up a large repertoire of well-loved and well-known mehndi Bollywood songs, as well as incorporating some of the latest hits, working continually as it does with clients such as yourselves to create new arrangements of the Bollywood and mehndi songs you love the most to be performed at your event.

Performance details

• We can perform outdoors
• We have vehicles we can use to travel to gigs
• We require car parking close to venues
• Our equipment is PAT tested
• We own a PA system

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4. The Manchester String Quartet
Average booking price: £1,000 - £2,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: Manchester, UK

Founded at one of the top UK music conservatoires, The Royal Northern College of Music, The Manchester String Quartet specialise in the provision of high quality live music for weddings, functions, galas and christenings.

So if you're looking to hire the finest string quartet Manchester has to offer for your wedding or event, get in touch with them!

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5. Venus String Quartet
Average booking price: £1,000 - £2,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: Liverpool & London

Venus String Quartet is a professional string quartet based in Liverpool, formed at Paul McCartney’s prestigious music college The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA).

Since forming in 2014, the quartet have played at VIP events for Liverpool Football Club and The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, been featured on Channel 4 as part of British Soap Opera Hollyoaks, and have performed at the Telegraph Cruise & Travel Show.

Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...

• Coworth Park, Ascot, UK
• The Tithe Barn, Skipton, UK
• Burbage, Hinckley
• Liverpool
• Langho, Lancashire
• Ripon, North Yorkshire

The Venus String Quartet is available to hire for weddings, corporate functions, garden parties, charity events, private events and recording sessions in Liverpool and throughout Merseyside and the North West, including in Cheshire, Blackpool and Chester, as well as in North Wales.

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6. Cinematic Strings
Average booking price: £1,000 - £2,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Cinematic Strings formed in summer of 2017 as a professional quartet based in central Scotland with a specialism in world-class special arrangements for weddings ceremonies, drinks receptions and corporate events.

This talented string quartet performs an enormous range of music from classical hits to modern pop and film numbers specially arranged by our incredible team.

Cinematic Strings offer a totally personalised service so you're sure to get the music that is exactly right for your event.

We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Ballogie House in Aboyne and Crossbasket Castle in East Kilbride, Scotland.

Cinematic Strings are more than happy learning new music for your event! The quartet offer one new arrangement per booking free of charge, get in touch if you have more than one request not included on their list.

Their lineup is a standard string quartet of two violins, viola and cello. Cinematic Strings can offer a trio for ceremony only packages at a reduced fee.

The quartet is privileged to have played in the best venues Scotland has to offer.

Some of their recent venues are the likes of Mount Stuart (Bute), Mar Hall, Boclair House, Strathaven Hotel, Signet Library, Dalkeith Castle and Gretna Green.

Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...

• Ballogie House, Aboyne, UK
• Crossbasket Castle, East Kilbride, Glasgow, UK
• The Engine Works, Lochburn Road, Wyndford, Glasgow

So, if you’re looking to hire one of Scotland’s finest string quartets, look no further than Cinematic Strings and get in touch today!

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7. The Paragon String Quartet
Average booking price: £1,477 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

The Paragon String Quartet is a versatile ensemble of string players from the Royal College of Music.

They celebrate the uniqueness of each event and are committed to bringing a touch of elegance to yours. It is their priority to deliver the highest quality of musical entertainment to you and your guests.

Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...

• Château Bouffémont, France
• Burgundy, France
• The Lanesborough Hotel, London
• Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa, Ashford
• John Lewis Oxford Street, London
• The House of St Barnabas, Greek Street, London, UK.
• Queen's House, Romney Road, London, UK
• Old Broad Street, London

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8. Odyssey String Quartet
Average booking price: £1,950 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

The world-renowned Odyssey electric string quartet is the industry leader in delivering high end, superbly entertaining and outstanding performances.

The four glamorous girls, all award-winning music conservatoire graduates, have combined their classical talents, creative ideas and love of performance to develop a uniquely entertaining stage show a class above the rest!

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9. Amethyst Strings
Average booking price: £1,189 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

Amethyst Strings are a stylish female string duo, trio, quartet or quintet comprising violins and double bass.

Amethyst Strings are in great demand to perform at weddings, corporate events and private functions throughout the UK and internationally.

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10. Vivid Violin Duo
Average booking price: £1,200 - £2,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

Vivid Violin Duo is an exciting new electric violin duo who perform jaw-dropping renditions of some of your favourite hits.

Emerging from the much-lauded Electric Orchestra, this stylish duo creates seamless improvised sets alongside a DJ, and perform a rehearsed show to backing tracks.

No strangers to the limelight, they have performed on X-Factor, Strictly Come Dancing, and have shared the stage with Lady Gaga and Bastille.

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11. Utopia Strings
Average booking price: £1,500 - £2,500 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

Utopia Strings are a stylish string ensemble who add a touch of class to your wedding, drinks reception or corporate event.

Utopia Strings are a stunning group of musicians who provide entertainment at all events.

We are a string ensemble with a difference. Our repertoire list features all your classical favourites, but we are always keen to try something new!

You can expect to hear original, quirky arrangements of songs from musicals and films, swing classics, and modern pop songs.

Check out our extensive repertoire and if you have any other songs you'd like the group to perform for you, get in touch and we'll see what we can do!

We perform completely acoustically and are able to entertain your guests indoors or outdoors, provided there is suitable cover.

We usually ensemble perform as a quartet but we are also available as a trio or duo, depending on space and budget.

For weddings, we can entertain your guests for 30 minutes before the ceremony, and then perform music for the procession and recession of the bride and the signing of the register.

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12. Angel Strings
Average booking price: £1,000 - £2,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

Angel Strings is an experienced and versatile acoustic and electric female string ensemble that provide tailored performances at any event in any location.

The group play all kinds of events, including corporate events, weddings, private parties, Asian and Jewish events.

The ensemble provides flexibility in the size of the group from 1 to 10+ players! Solo, string duo, trio, quartet, sextet, octet and beyond.

They are regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Richmond Hill Hotel, Cowdray Park in West Sussex and Berry Bros. & Rudd in Westminster, London.

Their customisable and flexible line-up makes Angel Strings the perfect choice for any and every occasion.

Angel Strings are fresh and contemporary and can bring unique performances with specialised LED instruments for that extra touch of magic.

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13. Beats & Strings
Average booking price: £2,500 - £5,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

Brand new for 2021, Beats & Strings are a fresh approach to the conventional string quartet.

Playing exciting new arrangements of modern pop songs and classic love songs, infused with beatboxing...this string quartet will provide some unforgettable entertainment for you and your guests.

Players also available as solo violinists or in different denominations should your event require a smaller or larger set up.

Beats & Strings also comprise the string section of Luna Showband when performing as a show band!

Here's a summary of what the string group offers...

• This unique live music entertainment offers strings but with a twist!
• A real head-turner, our modern string quartet is infused with beatboxing
• Each of our string musicians is highly talented and experienced, with our beatboxer among the top 10 in the country
• Our contemporary strings play exciting new arrangements of modern pop and classical pieces
• Based in London, UK, our beatboxing string quartet is available for international bookings

Looking for a fresh and unique option for live music entertainment at your next event?

Look no further than our beatboxing string quartet whose exceptional performances put a new edgy spin on the traditional string quartet.

Made up of four highly talented string musicians, our ensemble is completed by a renowned beatboxer who is among the top 10 in the country.

Performing dramatic and high energy shows, our stunning modern string quartet is suitable for an array of high-end events and occasions.

Be sure to blow guests away with this unusual makeup of string musicians like they’ve never seen or heard before!

Creating a contemporary string collective, our band plays a blend of modern pop songs and classical pieces arranged in new and exciting ways.

Adding a slice of cool to our modern string quartet, our skilled beatboxer delivers the rhythmic percussion section to our musicians’ violins and cello.

Sharing a wealth of experience in the music industry with training at prestigious establishments such as the Royal Academy of Music, Berkeley College of Music, The Birmingham Conservatoire, Manhattan School of Music and Trinity School of Music, our modern string quartet musicians are among the best in the country.

Players are also available as solo violinists or in different denominations should your event require a smaller or larger setup.

To book our unique beatboxing string quartet for a one-of-a-kind performance at your next special occasion, send them an enquiry!

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14. Cymru String Quartet
Average booking price: £1,198 (as of April 2024)
Location: South Wales & England

Cymru String Quartet is an experienced ensemble of highly skilled classical musicians that specialise in providing outstanding entertainment to all kinds of events.

The group are based in Cardiff but are happy to travel and do so regularly to perform at weddings, private parties and corporate events across South Wales and England, including Bristol, Bath, Exeter, Devon, London and Cornwall.

Cymru String Quartet specialise in bespoke performances that are designed to enchant their varied audiences.

They have a vast and varied repertoire that reflects this, showcasing songs from many eras and genres.

The Welsh string quartet is regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Syon Park Conservatory in Brentford and ANRAN @Tidwell Farm in Devon.

From Pop and Classical to Jazz and Rock, this remarkable string group can perform it all and are happy to take requests.

The group have years of combined industry experience, making them the perfect choice for anyone looking to hire a skilled and professional string ensemble.

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15. Artisan Strings
Average booking price: £1,205 (as of April 2024)
Location: London, UK

Artisan Strings provide elegance to any event. The distinguished members of Artisan Strings all trained at the world's leading music conservatoires and have established 15 years experience in bringing their evocative sounds to high-profile events.

These include occasions for the Royal family, sporting events such as The Champions League Final, Royal Ascot and The Grand Prixs in Monaco and Abu Dhabi, and at renowned venues such as The Royal Albert Hall, Amphitheatre Verona and Beijing’s ‘Bird’s Nest’ Stadium.

Priding themselves on their unique musical diversity, members of Artisan Strings perform regularly as part of illustrious ensembles ranging from the BBC Symphony Orchestra and The London Philharmonic Orchestra, to The Heritage Orchestra with Pete Tong and the Gubbay Big Band Orchestra with Anton du Beke.

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