Wedding String Duo — Live Violin & Cello for Weddings & Events
The Wedding Duo from United Strings is the most intimate live music experience we offer — just violin and cello, two instruments whose combined range carries the full emotional arc of your wedding day. Based in the Washington DC area and performing across Maryland, Virginia, and nationwide, the Duo brings warmth, elegance, and real presence to ceremonies, cocktail hours, and intimate celebrations.
Wedding String Duo Live Violin & Cello for Weddings & Events
Intimate. Romantic. Pure Live Music. The rich, warm tones of violin and cello create an atmosphere no recorded music can match. Whether you're exchanging vows in an intimate chapel, a garden, or a grand ballroom, the Wedding Duo fills the space with something real and unforgettable — from the quiet anticipation of the processional to the joy of the cocktail hour.
Watch Our Wedding Violin & Cello Duo Perform Live
Watch the Wedding Duo Perform See and hear the Duo at real weddings across the DC area — live from Woodend Mansion & Sanctuary in Chevy Chase, MD, and the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club in Stevensville, MD. Experience the beauty of violin and cello for yourself before you book.
What Makes Our Wedding Violin & Cello Duo Special
What Makes the Wedding Duo Special Two instruments, one sound — intimate enough for a chapel, powerful enough to fill a ballroom. From Bach to Beyoncé, we move seamlessly between classical masterworks and modern favourites, with discreet professional amplification, personalised song requests, elegant formal attire, and the punctual, polished reliability that makes your day run without a hitch.
Wedding Duo Music for Every Moment of Your Wedding Day
Music for Every Moment of Your Wedding Day From the first guest arriving to the last note of cocktail hour, the Wedding Duo covers every musical beat of your day — guest seating, the bridal processional, music during the ceremony, your recessional and exit, and a vibrant cocktail hour. Every selection is chosen with you in advance so each moment sounds exactly as you imagined.
Wedding Songs for Every Moment | Classical, Modern & International
Songs for Every Moment — Classical, Modern & International Our repertoire spans classical ceremony music, wedding and romantic favourites, pop and cocktail-hour hits, and a growing collection of international and cultural traditions — including Hebrew & Jewish, French, Italian, and Spanish & Latin selections. Every piece is reimagined for violin and cello, and custom requests are always welcome.
Complete Your Wedding Entertainment with Live Music, DJ, AV & More
Complete Your Wedding Day The Wedding Duo is only the beginning. Because our musicians, DJs, AV crew, and video team are all in-house, you can build your entire celebration with one company and one seamless experience — add a DJ & MC for the reception, upgrade to a String Quartet, add AV and lighting, or add videography.
Wedding Duo FAQ
Do you perform for weddings in DC, Maryland, and Virginia?
Can the Duo play modern songs, not just classical?
Do you provide amplification for the ceremony?
Yes. We're based in the Washington DC area and perform throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with nationwide availability for destination weddings.
Absolutely. From Pachelbel and Bach to Ed Sheeran, Adele, and Beyoncé, we move seamlessly between classical masterworks and modern favourites — and we can arrange a special song just for you.
Yes. We bring discreet, professional amplification that preserves the natural warmth of the acoustic instruments — ideal for gardens, ballrooms, and any venue size.
Can you cover both the ceremony and the cocktail hour?
Do you play international or cultural music?
Yes. The Wedding Duo covers your full front-of-day music — guest seating, processional, ceremony, recessional, and cocktail hour — transitioning seamlessly from elegant to celebratory.
Yes. Our repertoire includes Hebrew & Jewish, French, Italian, and Spanish & Latin selections, alongside our classical, romantic, and pop categories. Custom cultural requests are welcome.
How far in advance should we book the Wedding Duo?
As early as possible — popular dates in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area book 6 to 12 months out, especially in peak season. Reach out even on a shorter timeline and we'll do our best to accommodate you.
Can we request specific songs, or a song not in your repertoire?
Can United Strings provide more than the Duo — like a DJ, quartet, or video?
Yes. Personalised song requests are always welcome. We work with you in advance to arrange your must-have pieces for violin and cello so every moment is exactly as you imagined.
Yes. Because our musicians, DJs, AV crew, and video team are all in-house, you can add a DJ & MC, upgrade to a String Quartet, add AV and lighting, or add videography — one company, one seamless experience.
What instruments make up the Wedding Duo?
Violin and cello — two instruments whose combined range carries the full emotional depth of your wedding day, from the processional through the cocktail hour.