String Quartet for Toronto Weddings

Our fullest strings sound: two violins, a viola and a cello, made for big rooms.

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World-Class Musicians. Unforgettable Weddings.

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Ed Sheeran
Justin Timberlake
Michael Bublé
Daft Punk
Meghan Trainor
Pat Benatar
Il Divo
Lionel Richie
Paul McCartney (The Beatles)

Many Red Soda musicians have performed on some of the world’s biggest stages alongside internationally renowned artists. Today, they bring that same experience, professionalism and passion to weddings and events across Toronto.

Two violins, a viola and a cello. The doors open, the violins soar over the warm, deep hum of the cello, and everyone you love turns to see you.

What Does the Viola Add?

A quartet is the sound most people picture when they imagine wedding strings, and it fills a church or a downtown ballroom without a single speaker.

The biggest leap in sound is from a duo to a trio. With two violins, the melody and harmonies soar together over the beautiful bass notes of the cello. The quartet adds a viola, filling the middle with an even deeper, richer warmth.

It means a quartet can play Bach exactly as he wrote it, then turn Can't Help Falling in Love into something that sounds like a film score. That's why it's the classic choice for church ceremonies, grand rooms and couples who love their classical music.

Black-and-white: three string players, a man and two women, on violins and viola by large windows with city views

String Quartet, Trio or Duo: Which Suits Your Wedding?

Think about your venue and the feeling you want.

	String Quartet	String Trio	Violin + Cello Duo
Players	2 violins, viola, cello	2 violins, cello	Violin, cello
Big churches and ballrooms	Fills the space	Good for mid-size rooms	Best in smaller spaces
Classical favourites	Played in full, as written	Arranged for three	Arranged for two
Guests (unplugged)	About 80 to 100+	Up to about 80	Up to about 50

Planning something really big? Ask about a Double Quartet: eight musicians, like a small orchestra framing your aisle.
It's a spectacle your guests will talk about for years.

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When Does the Quartet Play?

From the moment your guests arrive. Prelude music sets the mood, then the quartet plays your entrance, the signing and your joyful exit.

Many couples keep us on for cocktails too. It turns pre-dinner drinks into an occasion while you slip away for photos.

Closer view of a string quartet smiling at the camera, the cellist leaning on her cello

Can a String Quartet Play Our Song?

Almost certainly. We play from a library of almost 1,000 arrangements of today's biggest songs, from Billie Eilish and JVKE to Taylor Swift, all written exclusively by us. You won't hear them played this way anywhere else.

If your song isn't there, ask your Band Manager about a new arrangement, and ask early so there's time to write it.

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Cellist in a black shirt playing during a wedding ceremony, white flowers and wood walls behind

How Much Does a String Quartet Cost?

Four musicians, songs arranged just for them, and a ceremony your guests will talk about for years. A String Quartet starts from $1,390 in Toronto. All prices include HST.

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Who we are

Who Plays in Your String Quartet?

We're degree-qualified string players from the Glenn Gould School of The Royal Conservatory, Humber College and Juilliard. Some of us have performed with Stevie Wonder and Ed Sheeran, and with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. We've been playing live since 2009.

Quartet playing is a team skill: four people breathing and starting as one. We play weddings together every weekend, and it shows in the small things, like the music swelling the moment your eyes meet down the aisle.

String trio of two violinists and a cellist playing at music stands under a white umbrella on a sunny lawn

Why Couples Book the String Quartet

Nothing missing. Four parts, the top melody right down to the bass.
Made for big moments. It fills churches, ballrooms and big guest lists, all unplugged.
True to the classics. Classical pieces, played as they were written.
A film-score feel for modern songs. Pop songs come out lush and orchestral.

Cellist in black playing beside a wooden staircase rail during a wedding ceremony

How Do We Book a String Quartet?

1
Watch and compare.
Open the Package Builder, watch the quartet and choose the songs that matter most to you.
2
Send your date and venue.
Your Band Manager confirms we're available.
3
Choose your songs.
Song choices are due 8 weeks before the wedding, your timeline 14 days before.

Rather talk it through? Call (647) 694 0999.

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COUPLES SAY OUR STRING QUARTET CREATED THE PERFECT AMBIANCE FOR THEIR CEREMONY

“We used Red Soda Band for our wedding and it was great! The string quartet was amazing, and we keep getting fantastic feedback about what a beautiful addition it was to our ceremony.”
Sarah
“We booked a string quartet for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, and they played wonderfully! They created such a lovely ambiance, and all of our guests enjoyed the music very much. I would highly recommend them!”
Selin
“An amazing experience booking a string quartet from Red Soda for our wedding. They were extremely professional and helpful, and made the entire experience enjoyable. Highly recommend!”
Peter
“We had such a wonderful experience with Red Soda's String Quartet for our pre-ceremony, ceremony and cocktail hour celebrations. The musicians were very talented, professional and so friendly!”
Baylie

String Quartet: Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a string quartet cost for a wedding?

From $1,390 in Toronto. Travel within 30 km of Toronto is included. Venues further out are priced by distance in the Package Builder. All prices include HST. Booking reception music too? A package discount comes off automatically. Watch the quartet in the Package Builder and you'll know exactly what you're booking.

How many guests is a string quartet right for?

About 80 to 100 guests or more. For bigger weddings, ask about a Double Quartet. Four of us carry to the back of a church unplugged, and every guest hears the music clearly. For a smaller wedding, the String Trio or the Violin + Cello Duo suits the room beautifully.

Is a string quartet worth it over a trio?

Yes, if you've got 80+ guests, a church or a big room, or you love classical music. The viola completes the harmony and the sound carries further. For a smaller wedding, a String Trio gives you most of the magic for less.

Can a string quartet play modern songs?

Yes. We play from a library of almost 1,000 arrangements of today's biggest songs, written exclusively by us, and couples often mix them with classical pieces. A new String Quartet arrangement may involve a small music preparation fee, so ask your Band Manager early if your song is new.

Does a string quartet need a microphone or power?

No. It plays unplugged. Our instruments can't play in rain, cold or harsh summer sun, so give us a covered, shaded spot and plan an indoor backup. We arrive up to 20 minutes before your booking starts, so we're set up and tuned before guests arrive.

When does the quartet play on the day?

As guests arrive, right through your ceremony and, if you like, on into cocktails. Prelude is a highlight with four of us, so give it time in your schedule. After your entrance, the signing and your joyful exit, keep us on and pre-dinner drinks turn into an occasion while you slip away for photos. Your Band Manager can help you plan the timing.

Can we add a singer to the quartet?

Yes, we can add a singer to our String Quartet. Ask your Band Manager. There's also String Trio + Vocals in the Package Builder, where you can watch the singers first. We bring a small sound system for the singer, and your Band Manager confirms your singer is available.