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Voted BEST Wedding Ceremony Music by Boston A-List in 2014, 2012, 2011, & 2010! Since its formation over a decade ago, the Boston String Ensemble has performed at over 600 weddings and special events throughout New England. With former clients including US Presidents, Senators, and Governors, Universities such as Harvard and MIT; local and destination weddings, the Boston String Ensemble has the experience you need to create a perfect moment at your event that you will remember forever.

Our simple booking process takes the hassle out of hiring event or ceremony musicians, and our tested and reliable management team will ensure timely arrival at your event with adequate time to check-in with a wedding coordinator, organizer, or event planner. Our decade of experience in the industry has given us the know-how to deal with the unexpected and adapt to your changing needs. We will work closely alongside you to plan a music setlist that you and your guests will enjoy and cherish even after the special day has passed. Our large repertoire includes traditional classical selections, jazz standards, classic rock, pop and top 40. We are continuously adding new selections, and we will turn any song that you select into a reality. Our core ensemble consists of violins, viola, and cello, however, we are able to add additional instruments such as flute, piano, clarinet, vocalists, and others based on your request.

Our goal is to join you in transforming a beautiful occasion into something truly wonderful. We look forward to working with you.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$500

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$1,350

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Learn New Songs
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
Orchestra
String - Trio
String - Quartet
String - Quintet

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Piano
Viola
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Reception Music

Reviews of Boston String Ensemble

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Devan F. Sent on 08/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

I'm a super fan!!

Boston String Ensemble was all-around exceptional. I love classial music, so I did a lot of research to select a quartet for our wedding. Boston String Ensemble's sound stood out to me among all of the other Boston quartets that I listened to. They are masterful musicians. And they were wonderful to work with. Chen responded right away in all e-mail communication and was prepared for our meetings. We were delighted by their extensive set-list and I loved the pieces that I had to choose from. They also provide the option of playing a song of your request that is not on the list for a small fee. I asked them to learn and play a song that is special to me for our processional, and they played it perfectly. We loved their contemporary set list as well and had fun choosing songs for them to play at our cocktail hour. I am hoping to find another event for them to play at, they are that amazing! I could not recommend them more highly.
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Leah F. Sent on 10/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A pleasure to work with

BSE was a huge hit at my wedding! They performed beautifully for our ceremony and cocktail hour, and were very accommodating to last minute changes in their performing location at the venue due to weather, where we moved the ceremony outside instead of inside. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for this type of entertainment.
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Emily J. Sent on 08/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful!

Boston String Ensemble was so talented and professional. The guests were amazed by their skill, they took our ceremony and cocktail hour to the next level! We loved having them, they made our wedding that much more elegant. Thank you so much, it was beautiful!

Professional Network & Endorsements

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Justice of the Peace - Mike Backer Justice of the Peace - Mike Backer Wedding Officiants

It's always nice to listen to their beautiful and delightful music during the pre-ceremony, processional, recessional and cocktail hour.

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