Wedding Music & Live Entertainment — Nationwide
United Strings provides live wedding music and entertainment for couples across the country — from string quartets and live pop ensembles to soloists, jazz, and professional DJs. We perform for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions of every size, style, faith, and culture, drawing on a 900+ song repertoire and over a decade of experience since 2014. Whether you're planning an intimate chapel ceremony or a full-scale reception, we help you craft the perfect soundtrack for every moment of your day.
Live Wedding Music for Every Part of Your Day
The music that carries you down the aisle isn't the same music that fills your dance floor. For the ceremony, our String Quartet and Wedding Duo bring timeless, emotional elegance to your processional and recessional. For cocktail hour, a Jazz Quartet or Pop/String Trio sets a sophisticated mood as guests mingle. And for the reception, our Pop Quintet, Pop Quartet, and DJ services keep the celebration going all night. You can book a single ensemble or combine live music with a DJ — and bundling saves 15%.
Wedding Music for Every Culture & Faith
Your wedding should sound like you. United Strings performs for weddings of every background — American, Catholic, Christian, Jewish, Indian, Persian, Chinese, and South Asian celebrations among them — blending classical repertoire with the cultural music that makes your day meaningful. From a Jewish hora and chuppah processional to Bollywood favorites for an Indian baraat, from Persian Sofreh Aghd melodies to traditional Chinese tea-ceremony pieces, our musicians learn and prepare the songs that matter to your family. Share your requests when you inquire, and we'll have them ready for your day.
Planning Your Wedding Ceremony Music
Every wedding ceremony has four key musical moments: the seating of the family, the bridal party processional, the bridal processional, and the recessional. Choosing the right piece for each sets the emotional tone of your ceremony. Below is our guide to the most-requested classical and modern selections — from Pachelbel's Canon in D and Bach to contemporary processionals by Ed Sheeran, John Legend, and Christina Perri. Our team walks you through every choice, and you can download our free ceremony worksheet to map it all out.
Book Wedding Musicians Nationwide
United Strings performs at weddings across the country, with ensembles serving Washington DC, Baltimore, and cities nationwide. We've played oceanside ceremonies, rooftop receptions, historic estates, and skyline venues — bringing the same professionalism and elegance to every one. Tell us your wedding date and venue, and we'll confirm availability and send a personalized quote within hours.
Wedding Music FAQs
How much does a wedding string quartet or live band cost?
Do you perform music for cultural and religious weddings?
Can you combine live music with a DJ for the reception?
Pricing depends on the ensemble, how long you need us, your date, and location. Every wedding receives a custom quote — share your date and details and we'll respond within hours. Bundling live music with our DJ services saves 15%.
Absolutely. We perform for weddings of every faith and culture — including American, Catholic, Christian, Jewish, Indian, Persian, Chinese, and South Asian celebrations — and regularly learn traditional cultural pieces on request.
Yes, and it's one of our most popular pairings. Many couples use a live ensemble for the ceremony and cocktail hour, then transition to our DJ and MC services for the reception. Booking them together saves 15%.
How far in advance should we book wedding music?
Can you perform our ceremony processional and other specific songs?
We recommend booking 3 to 9 months ahead for peak spring and fall weekend dates, which fill quickly. For off-peak dates, 6 to 8 weeks is often fine — but reach out anytime and we'll check availability for your date right away.
Yes. Our musicians can learn specific pieces for your processional, first dance, or any key moment. We ask for custom song requests 4 to 6 weeks in advance so we can prepare them beautifully.
Do you perform at outdoor and destination weddings?
Yes. We regularly perform at outdoor ceremonies — gardens, beaches, rooftops, and vineyards — bringing professional amplification and arriving early for soundcheck. We serve couples nationwide and travel for destination weddings.