Once you’ve decided on the date, time, and location of your event, simply get in touch with us. We’ll send over our quote including travel.
You can make changes to your booking — including timings — up to 28 days before your event, so there’s plenty of flexibility built in. If this is a last minute booking we can be very flexible on these timings.
Your booking will be confirmed once we receive a 25% deposit and your confirmation of the contract details.
You can choose to pay by bank transfer, PayPal or card. The remaining balance is due 28 days prior to your wedding or special event.
Yes, you can choose specific pieces of music!
We perform using tablets, which means we can bring over 500 pieces with us wherever we go. If there's a song you love that's not already in our repertoire, we can create a custom arrangement just for you. Whether it's a classical favorite or a modern hit, we’re happy to help make your event truly personal
Yes, we can play outside!
We often perform at outdoor events. To protect our instruments from rain and direct sun, our musicians must be under full cover at all times. A gazebo works perfectly, and if your venue doesn't provide one, you can hire one from us for just £40.
Stylish and Event-Ready
At Hire A String Quartet, our musicians typically wear smart all-black attire for a sleek and elegant look. However, we’re happy to match your event’s colour scheme or go all-out with tuxedos and formal evening wear if you’d prefer a more traditional or glamorous style. Just let us know what suits your occasion best!
If your event date or timings need to change, we kindly ask for at least 28 days’ notice. That said, we understand that plans can shift—especially with timings—so if changes occur within that period, please contact us as soon as possible, and we’ll do our best to accommodate and help your day run smoothly.
Rest assured, there are no hidden fees. Travel expenses are already included in the quote we've provided. We are not currently VAT registered, so the price you see is the final price you pay.
Add Competitive Rates – No Agency Fees
Our rates are very competitive because we don’t charge any agency commission when you book directly with us.
Prices for events in Central London start from £550 for a String Quartet.
During your ceremony, it’s traditional for us to perform at several key moments, including:
For full Mass ceremonies, we’re also happy to accompany hymns.
After the ceremony, it’s common for us to play during:
Ultimately, it’s entirely your choice when and where we play — we’re here to help create the perfect musical atmosphere for your day.
We bring all our own equipment, so there’s nothing you need to worry about. All we ask is that you provide four armless chairs for our musicians to use while performing.
Fully Insured for Your Peace of Mind
Yes, we are fully covered with Public Liability Insurance. Each of our musicians is a member of either the Musicians’ Union or the Independent Society of Musicians and holds individual public liability cover of up to £10 Million.
In addition, the quartet as a whole is insured through the Independent Society of Musicians, ensuring full protection for your event. We can provide insurance certificates at your request.
Quick and Reliable Setup
Setting up a string quartet is very quick and straightforward. Our musicians will arrive 30 minutes before the performance begins to set up and prepare.
For events further afield, we always allow ample travel time to ensure we arrive punctually, even in the case of traffic or unforeseen circumstances.