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Petford Ensemble

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About Petford Ensemble

Versatile, modern string ensemble. Experienced group perfect for performances at weddings, corporate events and more. All genres of music!
String quartet
London
Public liability insurance of £10 million

The Petford Ensemble, formally Petford Duo, is a modern classical-pop fusion string group consisting of highly trained musicians, each having studied at the best Conservatoires across the UK. Comprising of Violins, Violas, Cellos and Piano, the group is hugely flexible to cater to any arrangement of ensemble you desire for whatever the event may be! Performing all genres of music, varying from Classical to light Jazz as well as Modern Pop and Film scores, the Petford Ensemble will fit right in for any event! Founder's Josh Mountford and Aleksandar Petrov, cellist and violinist respectively, originally formed the Petford Duo in 2019. After having huge success performing across the UK and abroad at a variety of events, parties, weddings, the dynamic duo expanded their forces to become a larger ensemble. This allows a huge amount of versatility to fit any occasion. All the musicians who play for Petford Ensemble have a passion for delivering the highest quality live performances, that will make whatever the occasion a memorable experience for all. No matter the occasion, a welcoming, enthusiastic musical atmosphere will transform the event. Connecting with the huge variety of audiences is important to the Petford Ensemble. Whether it requires an intimate and delicate sound for a bridal entrance or an energetic up-beat atmosphere for an after-party, the Petford Ensemble will fit right in for a breathtaking performance. Musicians: Josh Mountford, BMus (Hons) RNCM (Founder and Cellist) Aleksandar Petrov, BMus (Hons) RNCM (Founder and Violinist) Samy Okuma-Chin, BMus (Hons) RNCM (Violinist) Jesse Frances, BMus RCM (Violist) Kenji Luc, BMus (Hons) RNCM (Cellist and Pianist)

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From Encore customers:

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Rory W
11 days ago
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5 out of 5

Really good! Everyone loved them!

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10 days ago

Thank you - we loved playing at your drinks reception! Many happy wishes for your future.

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Jess H
8 months ago, for a Corporate event in Barge House St
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We had the pleasure of having the Petford Duo perform at our company's international event last month. They played with great passion and energy and contributed to the successful we had at the Oxo Tower. Will book again!

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Mark P
1 year ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in Barge House St
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The Petford Duo performed at my fashion textile showcase. They created the perfect atmosphere for my event with a blend of light classical music as well as pop songs that made my showcase a day to remember, receiving much praise from those who visited! Thanks once again -highly recommended!

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Petford Ensemble's Song list

Air on a G string Bach
Trumpet Tune Clarke
The Flower Duet
Chanson du Matin
Hornpipe Handel
Canon in D Pachelbel
Waltz No. 2 Shostakovich
Salut d’amour
Meditation Masssenet
Nessun Dorma Puccini
Oh Mio Babbino Caro Puccini
Pavane Faure
Secret Wedding from Braveheart
I Giorni
Gabriel's Oboe
Brahms Hungarian Dance
Vivaldi Spring
Vivaldi Winter
Saint-Saens the Swan
8thBach Jesu Joy
Claire de Lune
The Blue Danube
Sleeping Beauty Waltz
Tango Albeniz
Handel Water Music
Gounod Ave Maria
Schubert Ave Maria
Bach Cello Suites
Handel Queen of Sheba
Balcony scene Romeo and Juliet
Cavelier Rusticana
La vie en rose
Ashokan Farewell
Secret Garden
Bolero
River Flows in You
Le Onde
Por Una Cabeza
The prayer
Kissing You
Theme from Titanic
Beauty and the Beast
The Greatest Showman Songs
Theme from Lord of the Rings
Concerning Hobbits
Come What May - Moulin Rouge
Star Wars
The Notebook
Glasgow Love theme
Portuguese Love theme
Diamonds are forever
James Bond themes
A whole new world
Game of Thrones theme
Light of the seven
Skyfall
Last of the Mohicans
Avengers Maim Theme
Mamma Mia
Defying Gravity
City of Stars
My girl
Your song
Everlasting love
God only knows
Make you feel my love
Bittersweet Symphony
Autumn leaves
Fly me to the moon
Dream a little dream
Singing in the rain
Can't take my eyes off you
You've got a friend in me
She
Can't help falling in love
Delilah
Songbird
Wonderful World
Symphony
Rather be
A 1000 Years
Perfect Ed Sheeran
Shut up and dance
Shape of you
Thinking out loud
Love me like you do
At last
L. O. V. E
This will be (an Everlasting love)
Here comes the sun
You really got me
I want to hold your hand
One day like this
Chasing cars
All of me
Somewhere only we know
It must be love
Brown eyed girl
Marry You
Whatever
Stand by me
Just the way you are
Somewhere over the rainbow
Back in Black
Sweet child of mine
Nothing else matters
Toxic Britney
Ain’t nobody
Somebody told me
Wonderwall
Mr Bluesky
Havana
Despacito
Senorita
Bad Guy
Wonderful Tonight
Time after Time
I don’t wanna miss a thing
Paranoid
Blitztkrieg Bop
Just like Heaven
Always remember us this way
Shallow
Blinding Lights
Gods Plan
Thank you next
Watermelon Sugar
New Rules
Love Story
Love of my life
Bridgerton Theme
Your song
Can you feel the love tonight
You are the reason
Drivers Licence
Happy
Believer
What makes you beautiful
Mr Brightside
Feeling Good
It's all about you
All you need is love
Pretty Woman
Say You won't let go
You sexy thing
The Final Countdown
Wildest Dreams
Hotel California
Firework
I will wait
Get lucky
The Lambada
I wanna dance with somebody
You really got me
Signed Sealed Delivered
Earned It
Turning Page
Bad Guy
Material Girl
Running Up that Hill
Wicked Game
Livin on a Prayer
Crazy Little Called Love
Sweet Dreams are made of there
I get to love you
Ho Hey
You've got the love
Bohemian Rhapsody
Summer nights
Dance Monkey
(I've had) The time of my life
Slipping through my fingers
I'm a believer
Hells Bells
Happy together
Don't Stop Me Now
We Don't Talk About Bruno
The way you look tonight
Aint no mountain high enough
Jurassic Park
Paint it black
Uptown Funk
Billie Jean
I like it
Be my baby
Bad romance
I will follow you into the dark
We found love
I won't give up
Bloody Mary
Simply the best
Love is in the air
Super Mario Brothers
Lovely
Kiss from a Rose
Don't Stop Believin
As it was
Gangsters Paradise
Flowers

Petford Ensemble's Prices

Last updated: 2024

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Up to 1 hour£320
Up to 2 hours£480
Up to 3 hours£600
Packages
Wedding ceremony2 musicians
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£400
Drinks reception2 musicians
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£475
Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner2 musicians
- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.
£1000
Customer questions

Do you have different line-up options?

Expanding our forces from a String Duo to a much larger ensemble in 2024, we now offer multiple line-up options including: duo, string trio, piano trio, string quartet

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

We are flexible with timings, as long as we are given in advance of the day of the event. Being told of any changes ASAP would be greatly appreciated! In some cases where length of playing time is altered, a new fee may have to be agreed to suit.

How much time do you need to set up?

We need no longer than 15-20 minutes to set up - as no electrical equipment. We just turn up with our acoustic instruments and play! Typically we arrive between 30-60 minutes before an event.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

Our list is just used as a guide. Our list is ever expanding so don't hesitate to get in touch if there are songs you would like to be added!

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, all our playing equipment we bring along. We only require however many musicians are playing, in armless chairs to be provided.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes - our set list just has examples of songs from each genre so send any specific pieces through. In case of you request a song we don't have in our collection, it is still a possibility to play it at your wedding - as long as we are told with plenty of time in advance!
Musicianship
Genres:
Classical, Baroque, Film / TV music, Contemporary classical, Christmas, Folk, Pop, Early music, Musical theatre, Classical crossover, Electronic, Country, Disco, Funk, Rock
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Event types:
Wedding, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Concert, Recording session, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Cruise, Bar / Club / Venue event, Birthday party
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