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String Quartets

String quartets are available nationwide for Weddings, Corporate Functions, Product Launches, Exhibitions and Shopping Centres etc.

  The Alma Quarter  
The Alma Quartet is an exciting ensemble made up of professional musicians from the East Riding of Yorkshire. The Quartet’s members have all trained at the country’s leading conservatoires and collectively have a wealth of experience with in the music industry. Members of the Alma Quartet have worked with Orchestras such as The London Symphony Orchestra, The English National Opera, Opera North, Manchester Camerata and the English Chamber Orchestra. They have also worked in west end shows such as The Lion King and Les Miserables and with artistes such as Yehudi Menhuin, Venessa May, Take That and Robbie Williams. The Alma Quartet prides itself on providing a professional service to its clients. Their attention to detail of their clients’ wishes is their forte, ensuring that your occasion has that added magic of beautiful live music.
  Antara String Quartet  
The Antara String Quartet was established in 1995 by four graduates of the Birmingham Conservatoire, with their present viola player joining a year later.They have been performing regularly in a variety of capacities, from public recitals to private functions. They perform as a string quartet and also with guests. Concerts have included such distinguished musicians such as Malcolm Wilson, pianist for the CBSO, in the Schummann Piano Quintet and the Brahm’s Clarinet Quintet with Emma McKnight, winner of the 1995 Dillons’ Concerto Prize. In 1996 the Quartet won first prize in the Conservatoire String Quartet Competition and came runner up in the Sylvia Cleaver Chamber Music Prize a few months later.
  Ancarto String Quartet  
 
The Bacchus String Quartet Bacchus Click here to hear them.
The Bacchus String Quartet was formed in Manchester in 2000. All four members studied at the Royal Northern College of Music, where they received tuition from many renowned international musicians, both as individuals and chamber musicians. As well as playing with the quartet the members are either full time or freelance with the BBC Philharmonic, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, the Halle and the Northern Sinfonia.
The Blond String Quartet The Blond String Quartet Click here to hear them.
The Blond String Quartet was formed in 2001 as an innovative ensemble to perform music outside of the standard string quartet repertoire. The quartet has had many arrangements specifically written for them. They enjoy playing music from different idioms, including pop, rock, jazz and easy listening as well as standard classical pieces. They perform at corporate events, weddings and festivals and have been the resident quartet at the Ritz and have entertained around the world with SAGA cruise ships.
  Caldero String Quartet  
 
Cameo Strings Cameo Strings  
 
Carlton Ensemble Carlton Ensemble Click here to hear them.
Carlton Ensemble work as a string quartet plus flute or as a traditional string quartet offering an unparalelled flexibility in a choice of classical and light music. Their unique repertoire ranges from Bach to Beatles, Mozart to Miles Davis, Gershwin to Grieg. North West based.
Celebration String Quartet Celebration String Quartet Click here to hear them
A group of dedicated, professional musicians who have an expansive and varied repertoire and have performed at many weddings and functions since forming in 1994.
Con Spirito Con Spirito Click here to hear them
Formed in 1990 all the players are graduates of Birmingham Conservatoire. This extremely versatile and talented quartet have entertained the directors and clients of many leading international companies and supported artists such as Chris de Burgh to Meat Loaf and have added a distinctive touch to numerous weddings and special events.
  Constanza String Quartet  
 
  Hatfield String Quartet  
 
  Leighton James String Quartet  
Brief desciption.
  Leodian  
One of the most sought after string quartets in the UK.Members of the string quartet recently performed with Pavarotti in Manchester. Recently played for Prince Charles at the changing of the colour, also played with an impressive list of stars including Shirley Bassey and Tom Jones.They are well known for their superior musicianship and have performed for most of the country's leading corporate clients.
McFarlane String Quartet McFarlane String Quartet Click here to hear them
One of the most exciting ensembles to emerge in recent years, The McFarlane String Quartet brings together four eminent musicians who share a passion for the quartet repertoire. They have quickly earned a reputation for their distinctive and compelling interpretations and they regularly appear to enthusiastic acclaim.
  Metropolitan String Quartet  
Brief desciption.
Mirage Mirage Click here to hear them

Formed in 1994, all four are members ot the Opera North Orchestra. Based in Leeds, they have played to great acclaim at many prestigious events.They are continually expanding their repertoire of classical and light music to suit all tastes.

Midsummer Music Midsummer Music Click here to hear them

Midsummer Music was established in Milton Keynes in 1999 by a group of conservatoire trained musicians. All the individual members live in and around Milton Keynes and work professionally throughout the United Kingdom and internationally. They play regularly in London, the home counties, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and the South Midlands. As well as playing for functions and weddings, Midsummer Music regularly give formal Chamber recitals in varying forms: String quartet, String Trio and also String Quintet. The core of the group is the string trio which can be added to according to the taste of the individual and the event being booked for.

Occasions Occasions  
The Occasions String Quartet is a professional string quartet based in Liverpool. They are available for hire for a wide variety of occasions from wedding and private function, to corporate product launches and parities.
Palm Court Palm Court Click here to hear them
Since 1984 the Palm Court String Quartet has been playing for special occasions in the country’s top hotels and venues and on several occasions has performed for Royalty. Their experience and expertise will add class to any occasion and help your event go with a swing. The Quartet plays music to suit everyone’s taste – tunes you’ll know and love from Pachelbel’s “Canon” to Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" and from "My Fair Lady" to "Oasis". We can even arrange a piece of your choice especially for the occasion.
  Scherzo Strings  
Create an atmosphere of style and charm, whatever your function, with the North-West's premier String Trio. Scherzo Strings are a group of experienced musicians who know just what you need to make your day just that little bit extra-special! They have an extensive repertoire of music, ranging from the baroque period onward. They produce a full, yet not over-powering, sound and are compact enough to fit almost anywhere. And it's all for less than the price of a string quartet!
Silver Strings Silver Strings  
The Silver Strings quartet was established in 1999. The quartet's members are graduates of the Royal Northern College of Music and Sheffield University. They have provided entertainment at hundreds of events including weddings, christenings, dinners, parties and balls.
  Simply Strings  
Excellent string quartet based in Lancashire, suitable for all functions.
  Spa Players  
Excellent string quartet suitable for all occasions, based in Manchester.
Status Cymbal Status Cymbal Click here to hear them.
Status Cymbal is the String Quartet with a difference. As well as playing the works of Mozart, Beethoven and all the other great composers for the medium, it is also able to bring the same dedication of performance to its own unique library of sparkling and witty arrangements of all kinds of popular music from Opera through Swing and Jazz to the great Musicals, Pop hits and Rock classics, including tunes by the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, Abba and many more. We are available for concerts, weddings, product launches and all other kinds of function both corporate and private, together with entertaining in hotels and restaurants and on board cruise liners. Whatever the occasion, you can be assured of a fully professional approach, at a very competitive price, to ensure the success of your event.
String Mania String Mania  
A magical performance with a blend of classical pieces and popular music. They capitvate audiences with their exciting and dazzling floor show and their classical recitals. With a stunning line up of award winning musicians, String Mania guarantees you a unique, exciting package of entertainment. The highlight of String Mania's act is a dazzling cabaret floor show with great music, choreography, and most importantly, attitude. Performing to audiences from fifty to fify thousand, String Mania can also provide an afternoon classical recital which is very popular for an afternoon at sea. All of String Mania's performers are successful musicians in their own right, regularly performing on television and radio as well as major concert venues throughout the world. Sophistication..Excitement..Glamour..Talent..Professionalism. DVD available on request.
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Other Classical Musicians & Vocalists

Anna Christensen Anna Christensen Click here to hear them.
Anna began studying the harp in her native New Zealand, gaining two diplomas and a Bachelor of Music degree. After completing an M.A at the University of Wales, Cardiff, she returned to New Zealand and the post of ‘Principal Harp’ with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra until 1989. Since arriving in Britain, Anna has established busy and successful freelance career with her work taking her all over the British Isles. She has played at the Proms and the Royal Opera House, Each summer, Anna appears with the Performing Arts Symphony Orchestra as they present concerts in the grounds of stately homes and castles throughout England and Wales.
The Britannia Trio The Britannia Trio Click here to hear them.
The Britannia Trio are a classical ensemble of piano, violin and cello. They specialise in providing high class music for wedding ceremonies and receptions plus private fand corporate functions across the North West. With a wide experience they are certain to make your event a success.
  The Classics  

Excellent saxophone, clarinet and flute player. Brother of James Galway. The suits are cut straight from the original vogue 1947 pattern. The music's played live with the same passion and energy as the original stars conceived. Rock n Roll, Doo Wop, Jump Jive and Stroll to your hearts content. Listen to the classics of Bill Haley, Jerry Lee, Fats Domino, Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly et all!

Coincidence Coincidence Click here to hear them
Coincidence specialise in provididing background music for Weddings, Wedding Receptions, Corporate Events, Hotels and Restaurants. Ian plays keyboards and arranges the programming whilst Maggy plays Clarinet, Saxophone, Oboe, Cor Anglais and Flute. They mainly perform as a duo but can also contract other musicians to supplement the lineup to trio, quartet, quintet up to a 12 pice big band in order to provide suitable dance music for events such as formal dinner dances, masonic and themed events.
Diabolus in Musica Diabolus in Musica  

We are a merry band of professional minstrels who provide a truly authentic flavour of Elizabethan England. Our music, instruments and costumes are all accurately researched, but we're not hardened academics. We play music that's an instant hit with most audiences. We use 16th century improvisation techniques to keep the music fresh. Every performance is different, and we make sure that the tempo, style and instrumentation change regularly. No-one gets bored at a Diabolus gig. Weddings and Corporate Events. We're an obvious choice for any event with a Tudor theme, or Medieval if you're not being too precise. But the event doesn't have to be historical. Many people book us just because we sound good, look pretty, and make them laugh. We're experienced entertainers, and we specialise in breaking ice. We blend in - no amplifiers, no music stands, no stage required. Just gorgeously attired musicians producing professional, colourful, exciting music, live and unplugged. And we're versatile. If the timings don't go to plan, we can adapt. We provide more than just music. Paul's stentorian tones are useful for announcements, David can provide trumpet fanfares, and gadget addicts love the hurdy-gurdy. If your guests are up for a bit of participation, we'll get them singing, dancing and generally making fools of themselves. For really keen dancers, we invented the Tudor Ceilidh.

Divas Incognito Divas Incognito  

Divas Incognito is the original female concept in the entertainment industry and involves three sassy and classically trained female performers who are also ‘incognito’ at each event.., like the Tenors they can masquerade as whatever is relevant to the particular occasion. During the function they reveal their operatic and contemporary vocal talents, presenting an arrangement of anthemic ‘diva’ numbers to an unsuspecting and admiring audience, culminating in a show-stopping finish.

The Double Divas The Double Divas  
Fully trained professional singers with many years performing experience. The Double Divas can bring a touch of magic to any occasion. Graduating from one of the UK'S leading Conservatories the Double Divas have performed in many top shows across the UK and abroad.
  Duo Virtutes  

Harp and Clarinet.

Dante Ferrera Dante Ferrara Click here to hear them
Dante Ferrara specialises in music, song and entertainment of renaissance Europe. Professional since 1984, he is established throughout the UK for all kinds of themed events such as festivals, weddings, banquets, charity events, school workshops and concerts. He also co-ordinates other similar performers, all of high standard, to ensure that any event includes the best available.
  George Galway  

Excellent saxophone, clarinet and flute player. Brother of James Galway.

  Giovanni Trio  

This trio, which comprises of musicians who are highly respected in the music industry, are the very best in their field. They comprise of piano/keyboard, flute and double bass and have an extensive repertoire ranging from Bach to Beethoven. Ideal for wedding receptions, corporate functions and any other special occasions.

Michael Healey Michael Healey Click here to hear them.

Michael is a talented all round musician. He has developed his own individual style of saxophone plating on alto and soprano saxophones. Michael's distinctive playing has enthralled audiences throughout Britain, Spain and America. Available for Corporate Events, Weddings, Private Functions and other types of events.

Eleanor Hudson Click here to hear them.
Eleanor studied first with Mair Jones and then went on to Chethams School of Music to study with Jean Bell from the Halle Orchestra with whom she continued at the Royal Northern College of Music. During her time there she gained a degree in music and was awarded the Guinness Scholarship for the Harp. It was there that she became interested in contemporary and chamber music for the harp and started to arrange for the instrument herself.
Eleanor then went on to gain an ARCM in London, and has since acted as Principal Harpist with most orchestras in Britain including all the BBC Orchestras, The Halle Orchestra ad the Scottish Chamber Orchestra.
  Leighton James  
Classical violinist.
Oona Linnett Oona Linnett Click here to hear them.
Oona is a qualified, professional harpist with many years’ experience, having played in numerous reputable hotels and venues throughout North West England and North Wales, at weddings and other private functions. She offers a wide repertoire of music in different styles, ranging from classical, to Celtic, to modern, on both the full-sized concert harp and smaller Celtic harp, tailored for the particular special occasion.
Nicola Mills Nicola Mills Click here to hear them.
Nicola will add a touch of luxury to your event whether it be a private party, corporate function or wedding ceremony.With an excellent selection of songs and hymns to choose from, sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful and pure voice of Nicola. Nicola studied at The Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama and currently broadcasts live on BBC Radio 4. She has also performed as a soloist for Prince William. For wedding ceremonies either religious or civil Nicola can assist you in choosing your special songs.
  Minstrels Gallery  

Medieval and Renaissance music sung and played on a wide range of authentic period instruments.

Carly Richards Carly Richards Click here to hear them.

Carly is a soprano soloist. She has performed as a soloist all around the country and has a wealth of experience in performing a range of repertoire in a wide variety of venues. She can share her knowledge and experience with you, when you plan your musical event or wedding. She is available as a soprano soloist for other events, including choral concerts, functions, recitals, concerts, corporate events, charity events, and more. Based in Wolverhampton.

Seven After Eight Seven After Eight  

This versatile much sought after ensemble of professional musicians perform a wide variety of repertoire from light classics through to songs from the shows and movies. The ensemble consists of 2 violins, viola, cello, keyboard and 2 vocalists.

The Singing Servers The Singing Servers  

Make your "Occasion" that bit more special with the highly acclaimed "Singing Servers", who will delight and surprise your guests with an exciting performance from our very talented, professional opera singers ~ posing as waiters! Our recommended line up of tenor, bass and soprano provides the best musical versatility. However, we are very flexible and can supply duets and quartets with all male or all female singers as required.

Bella Soprano Bella Soprano Click here to hear them.

Solo soprano singer based in the North West.

Tapestry of Music Tapestry of Music  
Glynis and Brian Radford founded Tapestry of Music in 1978, presenting a wide range of early music from the medieval, Tudor and Baroque periods, with frequent excursions into folk repertoire. Using our collection of over 1,000 fascinating early and ethnic instruments, including harps, lutes, saz, oud, hurdy-gurdy, shawms, bagpipes, nykelharpa, crumhorns among others, our philosophy is to present programmes in an informal manner, bringing the music truly alive. This is enhanced by our fine costumes.
Tenors Incognito Tenors Incognito  

Guaranteed to dazzle your guests and transform your event, Tenors Incognito is a successfully proven Act that involves three dynamic, young and talented, professionally trained male performers who masquerade as guests, security or catering staff and/or chefs. During the course of the evening they stylishly reveal their operatic and musical theatre vocal talents to an unsuspecting audience culminating in a stunning and memorable finale, a la 'The Three Tenors'.

Tenors & Divas Incognito Tenors & Divas Incognito  

Tenors & Divas Incognito mixes the best of these two shows for a totally unique and unforgettable experience. Melding the timeless elegance and class of opera with the fun and relaxed approach of musicals and popular music. Tenors & Divas Incognito is an unbeatable combination. Beautiful harmonious singing, charisma and visual appeal proves this Act is world-class and one of a kind.

  The Three Waiters  

Three talented and highly entertaining opera singers dressing and hoaxing as real waiters.

  Steven Wilkie  
Classical violinist-suitable for wedding receptions.
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Barbershop Quartet

  Arrival  
North West based Barbershop quartet.
  Chordination  
Southern based Barbershop quartet.
  Figaro  
Quartet based in Reading.
  Fourtune  
Barbershop quartet based in Milton Keynes.
Greyeres Barbershop Quartet  
Excelent Liverpool based act.
  Pitch Invasion  
Nottinghamshire based quartet.
  Prime Time  
London based quartet. 2004 British Mens Barbersop Champions.
Retro Retro  
Retro is one of the UK's top vocal harmony quartets. It has been entertaining audiences since 2001 with its own brand of a cappella singing in the barbershop style. A music festival adjudicator described the quartet as "A very talented group.....wonderful sound....slick performance". The quartet has performed at a wide variety of functions, including corporate events, charity functions, WI meetings, wedding receptions, Masonic events, and private parties. It has also sung on local radio and appeared on television. The quartet members also enjoy bluegrass music, and they perform this on occasion accompanying themselves on banjo, acoustic guitars, and harmonica. Retro is registered with the British Association of Barbershop Singers, and has reached the semi-finals of the British quartet championships on two occasions. Its members also sing with the Grand Central Chorus, four times winners of the British Chorus championships.
Rockaholics Rockaholics Click here to hear them.

Althouth this quartet was formed a short time ago, Alan, Brian, Chris and Roger have been singing in the Thames Valley Chorus for a number of years, and have been members of other quartets along the way. They sang with the Chorus at Anahiem in ’99 when they represented the British Association of Barbershop Singers and the United Kingdom at this International Convention, they were participants with the Chorus that was awarded gold at the Festival of Christmas Music in Prague in 2005, and appeared on the Ant & Dec Christmas TV show backing Robbie Williams. The formation of Rockaholics was a coming together of like minds to reproduce the great rock and roll classics of the 50s and 60s in the accapella style, no mean feat when you consider that almost every song of those times contained a very prominent guitar and percussion element.All quartet members have made contributions to the song arrangements, and have enjoyed each step of the considerable amout of time - and wine - it takes to bring the songs from an idea to the fully finished article. Based in Buckinghamshire.

  Vocal Harmony  

North West based Barbershop quartet.

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