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All the hits from 1645 to Today
Ariana Strings features classically-trained, professional musicians who perform for 70 weddings per year. It is our honor to bring the highest level of musicianship to your wedding day. Our versatile ensembles perform music from all your favorite genres: Classical, pop, rock, soul, jazz, Disney, classic rock, and today's top 100.
Award-winning musicians who specialize in weddings
We love what we do and are so glad our couples love us too! We are in the Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame as we have won the Knot's Best of Wedding Award 7x ( 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2015, and 2014. We have also won WeddingWire's Couples Choice Award in 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, and 2016 as well as The Best of Hartford Reader's Poll 2020-2022.
Dear Wedding Planner Extraordinaire,
Thank you for thinking of us to perform for your couple's wedding day! We value you so much and know how important it is to find the perfect vendor team.
We have an incredible variety of ensembles and performance options that will add a unique touch to your wedding. I'll guide you and answer all your questions and connect with your vendors to ensure that your wedding music is absolutely perfect.
Here are our starting rates for 2022 events in Central Connecticut. Our players are located all over the state (with a few players available in Rhode Island and Massachusetts), so please note that these rates do not include travel outside of Hartford County and New Haven County. We have a minimum booking of 2 hours for peak dates in 2023. We will open up remaining peak dates for 1-hour bookings in February 2023.
I love connecting with people and want to make you and your couple's experience fun and easy. If you have any questions or would like a recommendation, please reach out and I'll be happy to help you.
Happy wedding planning!
Ariana
String Orchestra
Looking for something grand that will wow your guests? Check out our string orchestra! Customizable with 5-14 performers. The orchestra has a rich texture and projects beautifully in both outdoor and indoor settings.
Music Genres:
Top 100/Bridgerton Style, Classic Rock, Romantic wedding pop, Soul/Funk, R&B, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, Disco, Motown, Pop/punk rock, Soft rock/Folk pop , Disney, TV/Movies, Broadway, Jazz/Standards, Classical/Traditional Wedding , Waltzes, Tangos, Polkas, Symphony, Opera, Baroque, Romantic, Royal Wedding, Ballet, Christmas/Holiday
Number of songs in library: ~350
Event Types: Available for cocktail hours & receptions.
Package includes:
- Music planning directly with Ariana via e-mail, phone, and/or Zoom
-Custom set list, complimentary
- Coordination with wedding vendors
- Wedding day rehearsal (private, on site). Additional fee applies if off-site or different day rehearsal required.
- 75 minute cocktail hour performance
9 performers, 2-Hour Event with on-site rehearsal. Starting at $4650
8 performers, Cocktail hour starting at $3000
8 performers, 2-Hour Event starting at $3800
Options available: Add on a jazz singer, amplification (great for large spaces), sound system for speeches & presentations