String Ensembles for hire in Reading

£690 - £1625

Griff Strings

String ensembleBrentford

Acoustic/ Electric String Ensemble for Weddings and Events creating the perfect soundtrack for every occasion!

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11 reviews

£330 - £920

Spirit Strings

String ensembleTwickenham

Spirit Strings is an outstanding instrumental ensemble composed of high calibre professional musicians with experience in world tours.

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51 reviews

£480 - £825

Bowfiddle Strings

String ensembleKings Langley

Bowfiddle is a string ensemble which specializes in classical and light music entertainment. Duo, Trio or the classic string Quartet.

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12 reviews

£490 - £560

Astri Strings

String ensembleThatcham

Classically trained violin and cello duo with a passion for playing all genres of music for weddings and events in Berkshire and beyond!

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£775 - £2100

Destiny’s Strings

String ensembleWindsor

The top acoustic string ensemble in Windsor and surrounding areas! Performing pop hits and classical favourites, from Beethoven to Beyoncé.

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11 reviews

From£480

Amity Strings

String ensembleSurrey

We are a professional string trio based in London and the South East providing music for weddings, celebrations and corporate events.

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£737.50 - £1112.50

Whitworth Quartet

String ensembleLondon

String quartet for events and recordings

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£1875 - £8750

Lumos Live

String ensembleReading

A magical string trio candlelight experience! We have delivered hundreds of concerts across the UK and around the world.

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81 reviews

£780 - £1540

Dolce Strings

String ensembleManchester

Dolce Strings is a Manchester & London - based duo/ trio / quartet and provides music for Weddings, Functions and Corporate Events.

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23 reviews

£750 - £1750

Halo Strings

String ensembleLondon

Flawless music entertainment for your event. Luxury, all Female, Classical and Electric string quartet

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30 reviews

£1250 - £4000

City String Ensemble

String ensembleLondon

Winners of the Global Wedding Awards: UK'Best Multi-Genre String Quartet. We specialise in performing classical renditions of modern music!

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16 reviews

£500 - £725

Duo Bellatando

String ensembleManchester

Stunning music on cello & harp, a totally original & exciting string group! We've worked with Elbow, Emeli Sandé, Corinne Bailey Rae + more!

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14 reviews

£370 - £790

Natalya Strings

String ensembleManchester

Natalya Strings would be delighted to provide the music for your special day!

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£3000 - £6000

Giardino Strings Session Orchestra

String ensembleLondon

London-based session / studio recording orchestra. Session musicians for motion picture, film score, concerts, live events.

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£353.75 - £1106.25

Soulful Strings

String ensembleLondon

The luxury of Soulful Strings – blending your favourite soul and pop hits for unforgettable events. Starting as a solo up to a quintet

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£500 - £1000

SE Strings

String ensembleLondon

Vibrant and versatile, SE Strings are the perfect wedding and private event String ensemble.

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£500 - £4000

Artisti con Brio

String ensembleLondon

Flexible string ensemble

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£375 - £937.50

Helen White and Court Barton Strings

Top Bridal Entrance Songs for 2026

String ensembleLooe

violinist-solo, or string ensemble- violin, viola and piano

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Latest reviews of our String Ensembles in Reading

"Griff Strings were great for my lunch party. We had good communication before the event and the girls did a great job. Good, fun music that added cheer to the event. Thank you."

Gill hired Griff Strings for a Wedding (available in Reading)

Verified Review, 17 May 2026

"Perfect in every way ! Highly recommend."

Andrew hired Spirit Strings for a Wedding (available in Reading)

Verified Review, 8 January 2022

"The Duo Bellatando were absolutely amazing and made our wedding ceremony and reception truly special. Their music was beautiful, elegant, and added so much emotion to the day. We received many compliments from our guests. I really recommend Duo Bellatando and thankyou so much again for making our day special. "

Rachael hired Duo Bellatando for a Wedding (available in Reading)

Verified Review, 27 December 2025

FAQs about hiring String ensembles in Reading

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Can any string ensemble play my favourite song?

Professional string ensembles will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that string ensembles may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the string ensemble's song list on their Encore profile.

How much time do string ensembles take to set up?

Your string ensemble will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the string ensemble prior to their arrival.

My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?

PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our string ensembles are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our string ensembles will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.

Hiring a String Ensemble in Reading

Positioned in the heart of the Thames Valley, Reading is a lively town with a strong musical identity. Known for its annual music festival and excellent transport links, it’s a popular choice for events of all kinds. Whether you’re planning a party, wedding or corporate function, hiring a String ensemble in Reading ensures a high-quality live performance to suit your style.

Useful information

String ensembles in Reading typically play Pop, Classical, Jazz, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in June, July, August, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.

How much does it cost to hire a String Ensemble in Reading?

Prices for String ensembles vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget String ensembles typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end String ensembles from £400 per performer upwards.

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