Timing for ceremony groups
Outdoor performances
Selecting the music for the wedding
Do ensembles attend wedding rehearsals?
No. That is not typically possible or necessary. Prior to the wedding, you and the group you chose will go over in detail every aspect of the ceremony. However, it is important that you have someone serving as a coordinator who can help with cues as well as alert the group to any last minute changes when they arrive for the wedding. If you find absolutely necessary for one of the group to attend the wedding rehearsal, an extra fee will be applied.
Does setting up the string quartet is included in the price for one hour? And what does the one-hour price include?
Setting up the quartet is included in the package and not part of the hour of service. In other words, there is no extra charge for setting up time. It takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes to set up the quartet (communicating with wedding organizer, arranging chairs and stands, sitting, tuning instruments, and getting ready).
For example: If the wedding ceremony starts at 6 pm (parents, grandparents, wedding party walk down the isle)
- The quartet will be at the site of the wedding at 5:10pm
- Set up at 5:10pm
- Begin playing at 5:30-5:40pm for the sitting of family and guests *
- Wedding begins at 6:00pm
- The quartet may play during some of the parts of the ceremony (lighting of candles or any other parts)
- The quartet will also play for the recessional and during the time guest and family leave the wedding site
In other words, the amount of money agreed in the contract will cover the time for setting up and specifically the time from the moment we begin playing (*) to the very end of the ceremony. If the wedding takes 10-15 minutes more than the specified time signed in the contract there usually will be no extra charge.
Next Steps…
Contact us for more information on how we can help you to find the perfect music for your wedding, event, or social occasion and answer any questions you may have.
We will promptly provide you with a personalized list of DJs and/or bands that are available for your date with information and pricing.