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Cotswold Ensemble String Quartet
Cotswold Ensemble String Quartet
Ourdoor event
Ourdoor event
Quartet
Quartet
Smiles
Smiles
Expert players
Expert players
Outside the manor
Outside the manor
At a church
At a church
Indoor performance
Indoor performance
At Moreton in Marsh
At Moreton in Marsh
At Notley Abbey
At Notley Abbey
At Oxford Spires Hotel
At Oxford Spires Hotel
Duo: at a Reception
Duo: at a Reception
Duo: At the Bay Tree, Burford
Duo: At the Bay Tree, Burford
Solo Cello, Bodleian Library
Solo Cello, Bodleian Library

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Based in Oxford, Oxfordshire, Cotswold Ensemble is a string quartet that loves to perform at weddings and other special celebrations. Boasting a diverse repertoire that features classical and contemporary tunes, this group serves happy couples in and around the picturesque Cotswolds region. They have been playing together since 1988, and they strive to continue their superlative reputation. You and your partner can rest assured that these performers will endeavour to give your big day an unforgettable score.

Services Offered

Whether you are looking for a soloist, duet, trio, or quartet, Cotswold Ensemble is willing to adapt their lineup to suit your needs. Their setlist has an array of classical favourites, Broadway numbers, modern pop anthems, and British folk songs. If your best-loved tune isn't in their standard repertoire, they would be happy to learn it for you.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Cocktail/banquet music

What is included in the wedding package?

A string quartet or (cheaper) a string duo or (cheapest) a solo cello (acoustic) or a solo violin (acoustic or electric) Our time on-site, arrangements of hymns, arrangements of ceremony music

How far in advance should I contact you?

Ideally at least a month in advance, especially in the summer holidays

What style of music do you offer?

Classical
Lounge
String quartet
Pop
Folk

Type of musical group:

Duet
Quartet
Solo

Size of group:

Soloist
Small (2 - 3 musicians)
Medium (4 - 6 musicians)

Repertoire:

Classical, Broadway/light jazz, tango, British folk, 20th & 21st century pop standards

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Yes indeed

What's your experience?

Lots: we've been playing for special events since 1988! We are active, conservatoire-trained string players. Cellist Fiona has been the organiser and arranger of repertoire since 2006

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

Yes, we need shade from wind & intense sun to play outdoors, and enough light to read music by (indoors)

Can you travel?

Yes, oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds, surrounding counties

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, may be applied if more than an hour's drive from Oxford or the Cotswolds, depends on which players are available

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Yes

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

With a team

What is the length of time of the act?

Usually up to 5 hours on site (Quartet), up to 3 hours on site (Duo), up to 2 hours on site (Solo)

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

With standard repertoire we are good to go at little notice, though we are usually booked months ahead

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

If agreed at least two months ahead of the event, as per contract. On the day: if the players are able to stay longer, overtime is as per the contract, payable by BACS transfer within a week

What are the forms of payment?

Identified BACS payment only. Sorry, no cash, no PayPal. The whole fee (or the balance) to be paid a calendar month before the event
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Ryan A. Sent on 26/10/2023
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Amazingly talented, flexible, and reliable quartet

Wow wow wow wow!!!!! 🤩🤩🤩 I honestly can’t share enough positivity with regards to this ensemble - I’d give them 10 stars if I could! We hired them for our wedding at Berkeley Castle last month and they were outstandingly talented, reliable, responsive, and so very flexible with us, and our song choices (some of which were quite unconventional). The only thing I regret is not being able to talk to them more on the big day / thank them more in-person, as I got swept up and being the bride. 😅 So Fiona and the team. Please accept my apologies, but thank you so, so very much! absolutely wonderful job and we will be recommending you to all our friends. 💕
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51 Hill View Rd OX2 0DA Oxford (Oxfordshire)
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