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The Astor Duo

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About The Astor Duo

Flute & classical guitar music for weddings, celebrations and corporate events.
Classical duo
Cramlington
Public liability insurance of £10 million

Since 2007, Rachel and Simon have been performing together as The Astor Duo, a flute and guitar ensemble named after the great Argentine composer, Astor Piazzolla. As highly qualified and experienced professional musicians, The Astor Duo provide a bespoke service to all of their clients, and strive for excellence in all that they do. Although they were brought together through their mutual love of South American music, The Astor Duo draw from an extensive and varied repertoire library and are highly experienced in providing music for weddings, corporate functions and other events across the North of England. As a skilled composer and arranger, Simon can transform many popular, contemporary and traditional works into beautiful arrangements for the versatile flute and guitar ensemble. It’s time to hear flute and classical guitar as you have never heard them before.

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Gill H
4 years ago, for a Wedding in Tynemouth
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5 out of 5

I have seen Rachel and Simon play as a duet and also as part of their own ensemble. Not only is their music beautiful to listen to but they make complex arrangements sound effortless. You are transported into whichever genre they are playing - it is a privilege to listen to them. Finally, Simon and Rachel played my daughter down the aisle on her wedding day, never has Pachelbel’s Canon sounded so special. That says it all really - two special people sharing one of the most special of moments in my family’s life!

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Craig J
5 years ago, for a Concert in Backworth
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5 out of 5

The timeless combination of flute and guitar provides a perfect accompaniment to any event, be it wedding reception, corporate or private function. With their sublime tone and harmony, extensive repertoire and written arrangements, this makes Rachel and Simon the only choice when looking for live music performances, or that specially written composition.

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The Astor Duo 's Song list

Canon in D - Pachabel
Cavatina (From The Deer Hunter) - Stanley Myers
Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring - J. S Bach
The Wedding March - Mendelssohn
A Thousand Years - Christina Perri
Copacabana - Barry Manilow
Fields of Gold - Sting
Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles
How Deep Is Your Love - The Bee Gees
September - Earth, Wind and Fire
Shape Of You - Ed Sheeran
The Heart Asks Pleasure First - Michael Nyman
You Are The Sunshine Of My Life - Stevie Wonder

The Astor Duo 's Prices

Last updated: 2025

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Up to 1 hour£350
Up to 2 hours£512.50
Up to 3 hours£675
Packages
Wedding Ceremony Package2 musicians
-Up to 30 minutes of live music for your guests prior to the ceremony -Your choice of entrance music -Your choice of music during the signing of the register -Your choice of exit music
£350
Drinks Reception Package 2 musicians
-Up to 1.5 hours of live music during your drinks reception -You decide the style of music and we will curate a unique set list to match your requirements
£431.25
Wedding Breakfast Package2 musicians
-Up to 2 hours of live music during your wedding breakfast -You decide the style of music and we will curate a unique set list to match your requirements
£512.50
Wedding Ceremony & Drinks Reception Package2 musicians
-Up to 30 minutes of live music for your guests prior to the ceremony -Your choice of entrance music -Your choice of music during the signing of the register -Your choice of exit music -Up to 1.5 hours of live music during your drinks reception -You decide the style of music and we will curate a unique set list to match your requirements
£593.75
Wedding Ceremony, Drinks Reception & Wedding Breakfast Package2 musicians
-Up to 30 minutes of live music for your guests prior to the ceremony -Your choice of entrance music -Your choice of music during the signing of the register -Your choice of exit music -Up to 1.5 hours of live music during your drinks reception -You decide the style of music and we will curate a unique set list to match your requirements -Up to 2 hours of live music during your wedding breakfast -You decide the style of music and we will curate a unique set list to match your requirements
£918.75

Add-ons

Additional Travel
+£50
Bespoke Arrangement
+£75
Bespoke Hymn Arrangement
+£75
Extra Time
+£162.50
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