Music for LONDON

A Collective of London's Professional Musicians & Entertainers for Corporate Events, Media Production, Commercials, Concerts, Festivals and Private Parties.

String Quartets

Listen to some amazing String Quartet audio & video recordings performed by a Collective of London's Professional String Quartets. String Quartets perform mostly classical, easy listening jazz and pop. Their repertoire has a leaning towards classical music as the instruments were originally made for this genre. The traditional String Quartet consist of two violins, cello & viola. The Quartet combination allows the String Players to cover a very wide & varied repertoire.


Vao String Quartet

From relaxed background music to upbeat and virtuoso, their repertoire has endless possibilities for any event.

Petit Four String Quartet

Petit Four String Quartet is an extremely talented ensemble of lovely ladies who are classically trained with a modern edge that have been playing together for more than five years. Their String Quartet sound is lush and exciting creating a touch of class and fun at the same time.

Diversity String Quartet

Having performed together on the concert stage and at numerous social functions for over twenty years, they have built up a vast repertoire of baroque, classical, romantic and modern day hits.

Diamond Strings

Diamond Strings is an elegant and glamorous String Ensemble that perform as a Trio or Quartet for weddings, corporate events and session work.

The Strettini String Quartet

The Strettini String Quartet is a sought-after ensemble for social events, corporate functions and weddings, in London and further afield.

Oreos String Quartet

The Oreos String Quartet is an experienced, professional all Ladies String Quartet. They have an amazing amount of experience as individual musicians and as a performing ensemble. The can be booked for concerts, recitals and private events.

FAQs to Hire String Quartets

What is a String Quartet?

The traditional String Quartet consist of two violins, one cello an a viola. The Quartet combination allows the String Ensemble to cover a very wide an varied repertoire. String Quartets perform mostly classical, easy listening jazz and pop. Their repertoire has a leaning towards classical music as the instruments were originally made for this genre.

Can a String Quartet perform outdoors and do they need a power supply?

Yes they can, provided it is not raining and the weather permits. Ideally there should be contingency plans in place to enable for the ensemble to be moved into a covered area if the weather turns. In addition to this they require four armless chairs and a semi well lit area. The performers will provide their own book stands if required. The String Quartet is an acoustic ensemble that produces sound that travels well due to the nature of the instruments. They can perform without any electricity or amplification in a small to medium sized area with an audience of 150 to 200 people or guests.

What are the rates to book or hire a String Quartet?

Off peak rates for a String Quartet start from £480.00 for a very short booking in London. The approximate regular rates are around £780.00 for Professional String Quartet performing 3x30 minutes or 2x45 minutes of background music. Cabaret and Stage Shows with Electric Violins with Production vary much more in cost and start from £1500.00. Recitals and Concert charges will vary depending on the repertoire and rehearsals involved.

How long will their performance last?

Their normal performance timings are 3x30 minutes, 1x60 minutes or 2x45 minutes. . Occasionally this can be increased to 3x40 minutes, however this can sometimes be too long if it is for the same guests.

Can a client make any repertoire requests and will there be additional costs?

Yes, clients can make special requests prior to the booking, there are normally No additional charges if the piece is already part of their repertoire list, if it is not, a small nominal fee may apply, however most String Quartets are happy to learn an additional song for No charges if it is for a Special Event.