Hire a Boston String Quartet or Book a String Trio

The Boston Style Strings provide elegant Classical Music, cherished Standards, and tasteful modern string covers for weddings, cocktail hours, corporate receptions, galas, and intimate celebrations across Greater Boston, Cambridge, Brookline, the North Shore, Cape Cod, and all of Massachusetts.

About the Ensemble

The Boston Style Strings Ensemble is a conservatory-trained chamber group specializing in String Quartet and String Trio formats for sophisticated events throughout Greater Boston and Massachusetts. As a Gigroster™ Exclusive Featured Act, we combine polished technique with warm, human presentation—exactly what couples, planners, and venues expect for ceremonies, cocktail hours, corporate receptions, and black-tie galas. Our musicians perform regularly with regional symphonies, touring Broadway productions, and recording projects, bringing poise and reliability to every booking.

Clients often ask whether to hire a String Quartet or book a String Trio. The Quartet (two violins, viola, cello) offers the classic concert sound—ideal for larger rooms, cathedrals, and statement entrances. The Trio (violin, viola, cello) delivers a refined, space-friendly texture that’s perfect for intimate venues, museum galleries, roof decks, and private estates. We’ll suggest the best option for your venue acoustics, guest count, and musical vision, ensuring the ensemble complements the moment rather than overpowering it.

Our repertoire centers on Classical Music—Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Mozart, Beethoven—and expands into beloved Standards and tasteful pop arrangements for strings. From Canon in D to “La Vie en Rose,” “Moon River,” and The Beatles, we curate the right balance of tradition and personality. Have a special request? With advance notice we can create custom string arrangements or source published charts to feature your song during the processional, first look, or grand entrance.

Every booking includes thoughtful coordination: we align with your planner and officiant on timing cues, offer guidance on processional/recessional selections, and tailor set lengths for cocktail hour and reception transitions. Our attire is event-appropriate (concert black or formal), load-ins are efficient, and we can provide discreet amplification options when needed for outdoor spaces or larger halls. From Boston, Cambridge, and Brookline to the North Shore and Cape Cod, we make it simple to secure a Boston String Quartet or String Trio that sounds exquisite and runs on time.

Popular Formats & Instrumentation

• String Trio — Violin, Viola, Cello (versatile, space-friendly, rich sound)
• String Quartet — 2 Violins, Viola, Cello (the classic, full concert texture)
• Add-Ons — Optional Flute or Harp to customize the color
• Also Available — Solo Violin for select ceremonies and proposals

What We Play

Our repertoire spans Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Impressionist works, plus Jazz Standards and refined Pop favorites—perfect for processional music, cocktail hours, and elegant receptions.

Classical Favorites (Trio & Quartet)

• Dvořák — Humoresque
• Vivaldi — The Four Seasons (highlights)
• Elgar — Chanson de Matin
• Mendelssohn — Wedding March from A Midsummer Night’s Dream
• Schubert — Ave Maria
• Handel — Entrance of the Queen of Sheba; Water Music; Largo (Xerxes); Sarabande; Music for the Royal Fireworks; La Réjouissance
• Purcell — Trumpet Tune
• Mouret — Rondeau (Masterpiece Theatre)
• Clarke — Trumpet Voluntary
• Pachelbel — Canon in D
• J.S. Bach — Air on the G String; Wachet Auf; Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring; Arioso; Sheep May Safely Graze
• Massenet — Meditation from Thaïs
• Beethoven — Ode to Joy
• Wagner — Bridal Chorus (Lohengrin)
• Mozart — Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (highlights); Alleluia from Exsultate Jubilate; selections from quartets & divertimenti

Jazz Standards (String Trio)

• Cole Porter — “Anything Goes,” “It’s De-Lovely,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” “Just One of Those Things,” “Night and Day”
• George Gershwin — “I’ve Got Rhythm,” “Someone to Watch Over Me,” “Summertime,” “Strike Up the Band,” “They Can’t Take That Away from Me”
• Classics — “What a Wonderful World,” “At Last,” “Over the Rainbow,” “Moon River,” “La Vie en Rose,” “One Hand, One Heart”

Contemporary & Pop for Strings (Trio/Quartet)

• The Beatles — “Let It Be,” “Eleanor Rigby,” “Here Comes the Sun”
• The Verve — “Bittersweet Symphony”
• Bruno Mars — “Marry You,” “Just the Way You Are”
• Beyoncé — “Halo”
• Journey — “Don’t Stop Believin’”
• Leonard Cohen — “Hallelujah”
• Keane — “Somewhere Only We Know”
• The Righteous Brothers — “Unchained Melody”
• U2 — “Beautiful Day”
• Frank Sinatra — “Fly Me to the Moon,” “Strangers in the Night”
• Dean Martin — “That’s Amore”
• Elvis Presley — “Can’t Help Falling in Love”
• Nat King Cole — “Mona Lisa”
• The Chordettes — “Mr. Sandman”
• Queen — “Don’t Stop Me Now”
• Aerosmith — “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing”
• Guns N’ Roses — “Sweet Child O’ Mine”
• John Williams — “Star Wars Theme”
• Mancini — “Moon River” • Vangelis — “Hymne” • Rodgers & Hammerstein — “Edelweiss”

Why Clients Choose the Boston Style Strings

• Premium Talent — Conservatory-trained musicians with bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
• Flexible Booking — Trio or Quartet; add flute/harp; solo violin for select dates.
• Smart Pricing — One-hour options available, with additional time prorated in half-hour increments.
• Event-Ready Repertoire — Ceremony traditionals to contemporary favorites—arranged for trio or quartet.

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Client Reviews

“I had the Boston Style Strings at both my bridal shower and wedding ceremony. They were fantastic and learned our requests. Highly recommend!” — Lauren Tilden — 5 Stars

“All string covers of contemporary songs (including ‘A Whole New World’). Wonderful to work with and incredible musicians. It transformed the ceremony!” — Alex Lonati — 5 Stars

Boston String Trio & String Quartet — FAQs

Which ensemble should I hire: String Trio or String Quartet?

Quartet offers the fullest, classic sound. Trio is elegant, space-savvy, and budget-friendly. We’ll recommend the best fit for your venue, guest count, and repertoire.

Can you perform both Classical music and modern songs?

Yes. Our programs blend Classical selections, Standards, and tasteful Pop arrangements—ideal for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions.

Do you take special requests?

Absolutely. With advance notice we can learn specific processionals, first-look pieces, or family favorites. We’ll advise on arrangement suitability for trio vs. quartet.

What areas do you serve?

Greater Boston, Cambridge, Brookline, the North Shore, Cape Cod, and statewide Massachusetts. Regional and New England dates by request.

Can we add a flute or harp? What about Solo Violin?

Yes. We offer optional Flute or Harp add-ons. Solo Violin is available for select ceremonies, proposals, and intimate events.