Wedding String Quartets available to hire in County Armagh
What our expert says...A string quartet instantly elevates a wedding. The sound is classic, romantic, and perfectly suited for ceremonies and receptions giving every piece of music a cinematic quality.
— Perrine Gouarne, Managing Director at Encore Musicians
Latest reviews of our Wedding String Quartets in County Armagh
"The Ebor Quartet performed for my wedding and they were absolutely AMAZING!!! So professional and responsive, and brought our 'Bridgerton vibes' theme to life! All of our guests were so impressed. Thank you all so much for being part of our special day xxx"
Emily hired The Ebor Quartet (available in County Armagh)
"Unbelievable! We hired this wonderful quartet for anniversary and they were absolutely superb in every way. The best part of our weekend!"
Joe hired Signature String Quartet for a Wedding (available in County Armagh)
"From answering initial questions all the way through to the wedding day, DS were fantastic Their performance was amazing and one we will never forget Only disappointment was that the song before the bride entrance was not one we had selected or knew what is was"
Thomas hired Dolce Strings for a Wedding (available in County Armagh)
FAQs about hiring Wedding String quartets in County Armagh
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What are the most popular songs for a string quartet?
Classical: The Four Seasons – Antonio Vivaldi Air from Suite in D – Johannes Bach Pop: Paradise – Coldplay Amazing – Bruno Mars Jazz: Summertime – George Gershwin My Funny Valentine – Richard Rodgers
What sort of music will a string quartet play?
String quartets are usually professional ensembles comprised of experienced classical musicians. You can bet they'll know Bach, Brahms, and Beethoven like the back of their hand. Having said that, many string quartets are well-versed in playing covers of pop music, or even jazz. When looking to hire a string quartet, make sure you check their song list - you might be surprised at what you see! If you have a special request, they should be able to arrange it for you too.
I want a string quartet to perform at my wedding/event: which parts of the wedding/event should they play?
In most instances, the string quartet will perform during the following parts of a wedding ceremony: seating of the guests, entrance of the bride, signing of the registry, and the walk-out. They will often play at the drinks reception too. For other events, such as corporate events or birthday parties, a string quartet is the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail/canapes hour, providing a beautiful ambience for the guests as they arrive.
A string quartet is slightly out of my budget - what should I do?
Not to worry! If you still want that magic string quartet sound on a budget, you could hire a string trio. Although slightly quieter, a string trio provide a nicely balanced, smooth sound, and will come at a smaller cost when compared to a quartet. You can find more information about alternatives to a string quartet here: Duo, Trio, or Quartet? - A Beginner’s Guide to String Ensembles
Hiring a Wedding String Quartet in County Armagh
Useful information
Wedding String quartets in County Armagh typically play Classical, Pop, Jazz, and most respond to enquiries within 2 hours. Demand peaks in July, August, September, 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 Wedding String Quartet in County Armagh?
Prices for Wedding String quartets vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Wedding String quartets typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Wedding String quartets from £400 per performer upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 2245 bookings and 1011 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 10 August 2026
