Testimonials

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Corporate Events

"It was a fantastic evening with great music appreciated by all. I would recommend your services to anyone and will remember you in the future."
W.H. Jul '09 - Government Office for London

"The string quartet provided were very professional, and helped create an excellent atmosphere for the event. I would recommend their use without hesitation."
A.B. Oct '08 - Government Office for London

"We really loved the string quartet, they played beautifully and were a great addition to the event. Unfortunately I did not get the chance to speak with any of them, but my colleagues did. We all thoroughly enjoyed having them there – thanks a lot for the booking."
L.D. Oct '08 - Pembrokeshire Science and Technology Park, Wales

"The feedback I've received is very positive with everybody saying what a difference it made to the afternoon, lifting the whole thing. We will keep your contact details and no doubt be in touch with further work. Thanks very much and regards."
C.F. Jul '08 - Government Office for London

"The String Quartet played beautifully, were unobtrusive and our guests commented on the high quality playing and the superb range of repertoire. This certainly helped towards making our evening reception a great success. Can we book for the same time next year? Many thanks."
J.A. - Feb '08 - Westminster Boating Base, London

"Would you please pass on our thanks to the Quartet for helping to make our evening event such a success.  They were punctual, very professional and our guests commented on the standard of their playing and how it added to the ambience of the dinner."
L.M. - Mar '07 - Marriot Hotel, Cardiff

“stringquartet.co.uk made booking entertainment for our event so easy and hassle-free.  The string quartet really made an impact on the day and it is still a talking point days later.”
G.G. - Sep '06 - National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry

Weddings

"We have had the most amazing time and you guys were absolutely awesome! Canon in D was spectacular and was everything we had dreamed of when we decided to ask you to provide the music! There wasn’t a dry eye in the church when Augusta sang World in Union. It was truly an amazing rendition! The music at the reception also contributed to the general ambiance and we can’t believe that the weather held out!!! Thank you so much for all your help and advice along the way and we are so grateful to you arranging for Augusta to join you. We will always have fond memories of the day and this will be one of them! Thanks again!"
S.W. Aug '09 - Hollydyke House, Little Missenden, Buckinghamshire

"We just wanted to drop you a wee line to ask you to pass our thanks on to the musicians who played at our wedding yesterday. They were absolutely fantastic- couldn't have been better and we have received many compliments on their playing. Our nephew, thanks them also for the rendition of baba black sheep! He was fair chuffed!!
One of my fondest memories of the day is standing at the end of the pier on the Loch with the sun shining and being able to hear them in the distance- it was absolutely beautiful. They helped make the day perfect."
T.M. & C.D Aug '09 - Duck Bay Marina, Arden, Loch Lomond

"They were superb! All of the guests said that they created a wonderful atmosphere. They were very professional and it added a touch of class to the day."
G.R. Jul '09 - Sandridgebury Farm, St Albans

"Please pass on our thanks to the string quartet for the wonderful job they performed. We really enjoyed everything the quartet did, and all the guests thoroughly enjoyed them too. It was an extra touch that made the whole day perfect. It certainly was a good idea having them playing on arrival, during the dinner and playing film music etc... during the evening.
The only thing we regret was not actually meeting the quartet. It was such a busy day, but the quartet just slotted themselves into the day without a fuss and were totally professional. I'd certainly think of recommending and using your services in future."
A.M. May '09 - Tre-Ysgawen Hall, Llangefni, Isle of Anglesey

"Thank you so much for your 100%, superbly efficient, absolutely brilliant professional service. I have never dealt with anyone as organised as you are! The players was delightful, and the group played beautifully – they played a huge part in making Kate's wedding such a happy occasion. I will not hesitate to recommmend you to all and sundry! With all good wishes and grateful thanks."

J.A. - Apr '09 - Dormy House Hotel, Willersey Hill, Worcestershire


"Just a line to say how fantastic you made our special day yesterday, right from the procession through to the end your music was impecable and everyone commented on how great you all were , i think you would agree that Fanhams Hall complemented your music with the fantastic ambience you created.
I would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone, once again thank you so much."
C.L. - Dec '08 - Fanhams Hall Hotel, Ware, Hertfordshire

"The quartet were absolutely wonderful! I was so moved by the sound of strings playing as I walked down the aisle and then, just as we discussed, once the glass was smashed, they began to play and it was perfect accompaniment to the poignancy of the moment. The musicians played so beautifully and were a perfect soundtrack to my wedding ceremony and reception. Thank you so much for a wonderful, friendly, efficient yet personal service."
D.H. - Sep '08 - Knowsley Hall, Prescot, Merseyside

"Thank you very much for your wonderful performances at our wedding on 30th August. It exceeded all our expectations. It was also a pleasure to meet you Matthew after all my emails pre-wedding. Everyone enjoyed your performance, we all had a fabulous time. We wish you continued success."
L. & S.W. - Aug '08 - Hurtwood Park Polo Club, Ewhurst Green, Surrey

"We would like to say a BIG thank you to you and to the rest of the musicians for a fabulous performance. It was faultless and the compliments were echoed by our family and guests throughout the reception. Some are still talking about it now. Some of tunes provoked a lot of old (good) memories so all in all, it was a huge success. We will certainly contact you again for future events. You details have been passed on to those who enquired about your services so hopefully they will contact you at some point. Thanks again!"
D.C. - Aug '08 - Warren House, Kingston-Upon-Thames, Surrey

"We were really happy with the service we received from you and the rest of the quartet and would gladly recommend you. We were quite unfortunate to have the power cut but the day was still enjoyed by everybody! Once again many thanks."
L.S. - Jul '08 - Gaynes Park Barn, Epping, Essex

"We would like to say a huge thank you to the musicians that came to play at our son & daughter-in-laws recent wedding. They we're wonderful and everyone praised their professionalism. It just made a very special day for us all an even more special one for the beautiful music that was played by them. It was a fantastic day had by all and certainly one we'll remember. Thank you once again."
M. & P.M. Jul '08 - Hundith Hill Hotel, Cockermouth, Cumbria

"We just wanted to say how very pleased we were with the quartet, they were professional and extremely talented, all of our guests enjoyed them. The Morse theme that they played when Michelle came into the ceremony room made us both smile and be emotional, as I knew how much it meant to her.
Thank you for helping to make our day so special. And we hope that we can find an excuse to use you again as soon as we can. Many thanks"
J. & M.R. - Jun '08 - Llechwen Hall House, Llanfabon, Mid Glamorgan

"The quartet were great, they performed for 2 hours of my wedding reception and all the guests really enjoyed the group. It was ideal to have the quartet performing whilst the guests congregated. I hope the musicians enjoyed themselves also, performing in front of an asian/sikh audience!
I look forward to using you in the future, and thank you again for being so professional and producing great performances throughout."
R.L. - Jun '08 - Park Inn Hotel, Heathrow, London

"Thank you so much for playing so beautifully for us at Rachel & David's wedding reception. We much appreciated the fact that you set up and left with no fuss or difficulties, and that you re-located further into the marquee when you saw that most people had concentrated themselves there. I wish I'd had the opportunity of just stopping for a while and listening to you uninterrupted, you were much appreciated by all the guests! With many thanks to you all."
J.P. - Jun '08 - Frere House, Kenwyn, Cornwall

"I just wanted to thank both you and the Quartet for helping to make my Wedding Day so perfect. You were very patient with me and my last minute decision-making and made the whole process from the provisional booking through to the performance on the day itself very easy. The Quartet were wonderful both in their performance (and choice of music!) and also in their organisation. Everyone has said how they added a special atmosphere to the ceremony and the reception drinks, and they moved between the two without me even noticing!!
I hope our paths will cross again in the future, I will certainly recommend you to any brides-to-be I come across!!
K.E. - Jun '08 - Swan Hotel, Newby Bridge, Cumbria

"The quartet were amazing, they were friendly, helpful, extremely flexible and made my wedding ceremony very very special. I heard them playing as I arrived at the castle and already started to feel emotional. Everyone of my guests commented on how wonderful it was to have such talented people playing, and such a wide variety of pieces, including many that I hadn't expected. Thank you so much, they were fabulous and may I say worth every penny."
H.H. - Jan '08 - Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

"The string quartet who played at the wedding were wonderful, and a perfect accompaniment to both the reception drinks and dinner. We have had many compliments from guests who all thoroughly enjoyed the music. Please thank all the members of the quartet for making the day perfect. We would highly
recommend your services to anyone looking for a musical accompaniment to their special occasion."
S.H. - Dec '07 - Trinity House, London

"We would like to thank the string quartet who played at our wedding. We had such a beautiful day and the music certainly added a magical touch. Thank you again."
A.B. - Oct '07 - Oatlands Park Hotel, Weybridge

"Please pass my thanks to the quartet, they were absolutely fantastic. As a musician, I am always nervous about hiring groups that I don’t know.... I was very relieved. Both your service and the quartet were professional in approach and the playing was of the best calibre. Superb!"
N.J. - Sep '07 - Durham Castle, Durham

"The quartet were absolutely fabulous, the guests loved them and I know they were asked for details by a couple of them. Please pass on our thanks to the muscians and a special thank you for playing the 'Match Of The Day' music which went down a storm!!"
H.P. - Jun '07 - Normanton Park Hotel, Rutland

"Please thank Jeremy & the Gagliano string quartet for me. I had a brief chance to thank them in between the usual photos being taken. They were great and I'm glad you were able to guide me on the final pieces! My guests also enjoyed their music on a lovely summers day. I would recommend your services."
M.B. - Jun '07 - Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park, London

"I can't thank you enough for all of your hard work. From the moment I made my first enquiry with stringquartet.co.uk the service I received was professional and friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The quartet added a wonderful atmosphere to our wedding day and so many guests commented on the skill of the musicians and the mix of tunes played - from Irvin Berlin's 'Cheek to Cheek' to Handel's 'La Rejoussance from Fireworks'. The quartet were exceptionally accommodating and were happy to move several times (to avoid the bank holiday rain), all in all I highly recommend stringquartet.co.uk!"
S.C. - May '07 - Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park, London

"We were very happy with the string quartet, I've had some lovely comments back about how they sounded! They certainly looked the part and when we spoke they were very friendly. The quartet were great about relocating outside at short notice. I'd have no hestitation in recommending your services to others! Thanks again for your help and advice."
M.C. - Apr '07 - Norwood Park, Nottinghamshire

"We would like to thank you all for making Adam & Rebecca's day so special. I did not say goodbye to you on the day, when I would have told you how happy we were with your service. Many of our guests remarked on your playing and what a lovely touch to any wedding."

S.B. - Apr '07 - Three Rivers Golf Club, Essex

"Thank you so much for your performance at my sister's wedding. I can't believe that all it took was a few emails and everything went without a hitch!  I received very positive comments from the guests about the quartet and how the music really made the occasion so thank you so much and I look forward to booking again in the future."
K.E. - Dec '06 - Ettington Park Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon

Concerts/Recitals

"I just wanted to write to thank you for the wonderful concert you put on for us on at Christ Church Cathedral. It was a lovely evening and everyone was impressed by the Quartet. We had some very positive feedback. I will certainly keep your details on record, and very much hope that you might be interested in returning in future years. Best wishes"
J.W. - Sep '08 - Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford

"A huge thank you to the quartet for producing such a magical, talented & sublime evening of music to celebrate 40 years at the Watermill. From the moment they arrived exuding a calm professionalism we knew the event was going to be a huge success!
The programme cleverly including such a variety of pieces and the inclusion of the Soprano worked brilliantly & was exactly what was needed.
We have received unanimous praise from all who attended, many remarking it was the best event ever - praise indeed as this was our 10th year. Once again thank you for a marvellous weekend's entertainment."
R.W. - Jul '07 - The Watermill, Hoxne, Suffolk

Parties/Private Functions

"The string quartet was absolutely fabulous, very professional and we would not hesitate in recommending them to anyone. We hope that the musicians enjoyed their time on the Isle of Wight and hope to be booking them again in the future."
I. & A.M. - Aug '09 - Rhue House, Cowes, Isle of Wight

"The musicians were excellent, everyone commented on how good they were, it really made the party, we all had a great time and we have had lots of lovely thank you cards, most of which mentioned the quartet. I hope they enjoyed comming to the island and that it was not to long a journey for them. Please pass on our thanks to them."
A.M. - Jul '08 - Rhue House, Cowes, Isle of Wight

"Everyone thought the quartet was excellent - the arrangement of the songs and overall performance were very good. Definately would use again, and of course I will continue to recommend. Please extend my thanks to all who played on the day!"
S.F-C. - Jun '08 - Thames Rowing Club, London

"Just to say thanks once again to the quartet for providing a performance of real quality, which contributed significantly to a wonderful evening for me. I was inundated with comments from guests, all along similar lines, that the musicianship and repertoire were of the highest professional standards. In addition to the actual playing last night, the whole organisation and communication was exemplary. Thanks very much again, and if you wish to use me as a reference for prospective clients please feel at absolute liberty to do so."

C.A. - May '08 - West Lodge Park Hotel, Hertfordshire

"I just wanted to say how absoloutely delighted we were with the 'Nelson String Quartet'.  All of our guests remarked how brilliant they were, but most of all they especially impressed my husband, who wasn't sure what I had arranged for the evening. I am most appreciative, as it made our joint 50th Birthday Party, and we wouldn't hesitate to hire them again, hopefully in the not too distant future. Once again with very many thanks."

G.H. - Jul '07 -
The Croft , Kettlebaston, Suffolk

"I was put in touch with stringquartet.co.uk by a friend as I was looking for music for a birthday party. They provided me with a string quartet to play during drinks before dinner and a jazz band after dinner. The quality of the music was excellent, and the musicians themselves very amiable and professional. All went very much according to plan and was exactly as I had hoped. In organizing the musicians before the event stringquartet.co.uk were extremely helpful, offering suggestions and advice as to what might be appropriate when I wasn’t quite sure myself. They even came along to the venue beforehand to ensure that what was being offered would work in the space provided. They offered a solution that was much more flexible and tailored to what I wanted in terms of timings and content than I was being offered by the other solutions that I was looking at. I was extremely pleased with the end result and many of my guests commented on how good the music was. I had a great experience with them and would recommend stringquartet.co.uk to others."
N.H. - Jun '07 - Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane, London

Funerals

"I just wanted to thank you for organising the string quartet for us for mum's service and garden party. I know we didn't contact you till late last week but you pulled it off in style. Everyone commented on what a lovely service and celebration it was, and the string quartet were crucial to make the day.  The guys/girls themselves were so nice and freindly and I couldn't imagine the day without them.
Thank you so much for your part in ensuring mum got the send off she deserved, I am eternally grateful to you."

K.B. - Apr '09 -
St. Mary & St. Peter Church, Pett, East Sussex

"The service that you provided for me was exemplary.  I had seven days to organise a funeral in Cornwall, and you managed to supply me with a world class Soprano and world class String Quartet.  Your advice with the music and your appreciation of the tone of the event was very professional and helpful. Thank you so much. Your involvement in the day gave us an extra element that I can now not imagine the day without it. I will of course be using you again."
A.R. - Apr '07 -
St. Creida's Church, Creed, Cornwall