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Wedding Ceremony Music Boston
Live Strings, Harp and Singers for the Moment Everything Becomes Real
- 500+ Five-Star Reviews
- Performed with Stevie Wonder and Ed Sheeran
- 2,000+ Weddings Since 2009
- Degree-Qualified Musicians
World-Class Musicians. Unforgettable Weddings.
- Stevie Wonder
- 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 Boston.
Why Couples Choose Red Soda for Their Boston Wedding Ceremony
The doors open. The first notes of your song fill the room, and everyone you love turns to look at you. It's the moment you'll replay for the rest of your life, and the music should be worthy of it.
Strings, harp or a singer, played with real heart by musicians who love this moment as much as you do. When your song begins, it should feel like it was written for the two of you, and for every person in that room who loves you.
Why Live Ceremony Music Feels Different
A recording plays the same way every time. We play to you. We play weddings every weekend, so we know how to read an aisle, follow your officiant and give every moment room to breathe.
Prelude. Choose something gentle and familiar, and your guests settle in smiling.
The Entrance (Processional). We watch you walk and shape the music so it builds with every step toward the person waiting for you.
Candle Lighting and Communion. Gentle music and hymns for church ceremonies.
The Exit (Recessional). You're married. The room cheers and you head into cocktail hour on a high.
Need a starting point? Here are three popular ceremony ideas.
| Idea | Line-up | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Intimate Ceremony | Violin + Cello Duo or Acoustic Singer | The violin sings, the cello wraps it in warmth. Up to about 50 guests. |
| Classic Strings | String Trio | Two violins soar over the deep cello. Up to about 80 guests. |
| Grand Entrance | String Quartet or String Trio + Vocals | Our fullest sound, or strings with a voice. 80 to 100+ guests. |
Wedding Ceremony Music Options
Start with the sound that gives you goosebumps.
String Quartet
Two violins, viola and cello: the viola fills the middle with a deeper, richer warmth.
String Trio
Two violins and cello, the biggest leap from a duo.
Violin + Cello Duo
The violin sings the melody, the cello wraps it in warmth.
Instrumental Harp
Soft, shimmering and beautiful to watch.
Acoustic Singer
One voice and a guitar, stripped back to the feeling.
Acoustic Singer + Violin
A singer on guitar, with a violin weaving around the melody.
Acoustic Vocal Duo
Two voices, real harmonies, a wider choice of songs.
Harp + Vocals
Harp with a live singer, one of our most intimate combinations.
String Trio + Vocals
Strings underneath, a voice on top.
Acoustic Duo + Violin & Bass
Two singers, guitar, violin and bass: our biggest acoustic sound.
How Many Musicians Do You Need?
Choose by guest numbers and the sound you want. Strings play unplugged, so more players fill a bigger space.
Big wedding? Ask about a Double String Trio (six musicians) or a Double String Quartet (eight musicians, like a small orchestra framing your aisle).
It's a spectacle your guests will talk about for years.
Love vocals? Add a singer, and hear every word of your song sung live as you walk toward the person you're about to marry.
World-Class Musicians. Unforgettable Ceremonies
We're string players, harpists and singers, all full-time, degree-qualified musicians, and some of us have performed with Stevie Wonder and Ed Sheeran.
You choose the singer you love. Your Band Manager confirms your singer is available, then we build your ceremony around them. It's why couples tell us there wasn't a dry eye in the room.
This is the difference between background music and breathtaking.
Wedding Ceremony Music Packages and Pricing Boston
We play every option live and shape it so the moment feels like yours. Here's where each one starts.
| Ceremony option | Typical investment (USD) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic Singer | From approx $550 | Your song, sung live, for smaller, more intimate ceremonies |
| Instrumental Harp | From approx $650 | A soft, shimmering welcome as your guests arrive |
| Violin + Cello Duo | From approx $700 | Classic strings for up to about 50 guests |
| String Trio | From approx $950 | The biggest step up in sound, up to about 80 guests |
| String Quartet | From approx $1,190 | Four players for 80 to 100+ guests, or a big room |
| String Trio + Vocals | From approx $1,330 | Strings with a live voice soaring on top |
Why Red Soda Is Boston's Wedding Ceremony Music Choice
You Choose Your Singer. Your Band Manager confirms your singer is available before you book.
Arrangements You Won't Hear Anywhere Else. A library of almost 1,000 arrangements of today's biggest songs, written exclusively by us.
Degree-Qualified Musicians. Trained at Berklee, New England Conservatory and Juilliard.
Wedding Specialists. We play weddings every weekend, so the music lands exactly where your day needs it.
Watch Before You Book. Over 30 hours of video to find the voice you love.
Ceremony Music Across Boston and New England
A Back Bay church, a Vermont meadow or the Maine coast: we play ceremonies right across New England.
Boston venues we travel to: Boston Harbor Hotel | The State Room | Fairmont Copley Plaza | Hilton Boston Park Plaza | Institute of Contemporary Art | Willowdale Estate
Massachusetts | Connecticut | Rhode Island | New Hampshire | Vermont | Maine
Watch Our Live Wedding Ceremony Music in Action
One of the biggest advantages of choosing Red Soda is that you can hear exactly how we'll sound before your ceremony.
Rather than relying on a demo or a single showcase, you can watch over 30 hours of us playing live. Hear our String Quartet, our String Trio, our harpist and our acoustic singers play the songs couples walk down the aisle to, and notice the sound that moves you.
As you watch, take note of the songs you'd love for your processional, your vows and your recessional. Then use our Package Builder below to choose your musicians and songs, and see your price as you build.
After more than 2,000 weddings, we know your ceremony is where the day stops being a plan. That's why every Red Soda ceremony is built around the two of you, your venue and the moment you want to create.
We come highly recommended
COUPLES SAY OUR CEREMONY MUSIC BROUGHT GUESTS TO TEARS AND SET THE TONE
“From the moment the first note played, the music added an undeniable touch of elegance and romance. The quartet created the most magical atmosphere, from the pre-ceremony moments to the walk down the aisle I'll forever cherish as a core memory.”
Caitlin
Customize Your Wedding Ceremony Music
With a singer, you can request almost any song you love. For strings, we play from a library of almost 1,000 arrangements of today's biggest songs, written exclusively by us. You won't hear them played this way anywhere else.
Want the music to keep going? Add cocktail hour when you build your package and it carries straight on.
Contact Red Soda Band Boston
Red Soda Band - BostonPhone: (617) 865 2929
Service area: Boston and all of New England (Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine)
Ready to Book Your Boston Ceremony Music?
- 1
Build it.
Watch the videos and choose what you love.
- 2
Lock in your date.
Your Band Manager confirms your singer is available. Your deposit secures it.
- 3
Choose your songs.
About 8 weeks before. Your timeline is due 14 days before.
- 4
Enjoy it.
We play until your last step back up the aisle.
Saturdays and fall foliage weekends are always snapped up first.
We're often booked up to 12 months ahead.
Wedding Ceremony Music Boston – Frequently Asked Questions
How much does ceremony music cost in Boston?
Ceremony music starts from $550 for an Acoustic Singer, with strings from $700 for a Violin + Cello Duo. Travel to your venue is included, and a package discount is applied automatically when you book your reception with us too.
How do we choose between a Violin + Cello Duo, String Trio and String Quartet?
Go by your guests: up to about 50 for a duo, about 80 for a trio, and 80 to 100+ for a quartet. Strings play unplugged, so more players fill a bigger space. The biggest leap in sound is from a duo to a trio, and the quartet's viola adds an even richer warmth.
Do you bring your own sound equipment?
Yes, whenever we sing: we bring our own sound system and need a power outlet within 10 feet. Strings and harp play unplugged, so there's nothing to set up beyond our chairs and stands. Your Band Manager checks the details with your venue before the day.
Can your strings play modern songs?
Yes. We play from a library of almost 1,000 arrangements of today's biggest songs, written exclusively by us, alongside the classical favorites. If your song isn't there yet, ask us: a new String Quartet arrangement may involve a small music preparation fee.
Do you play outdoor ceremonies in New England?
All the time. Our instruments can't play in rain, direct sun or when it's too cold, so give us a covered, shaded spot and plan an indoor backup for wet, stormy or chilly days. Your Band Manager can help you plan the setup with your venue.
Do you play at church ceremonies?
Yes, and we love them. We're happy to play hymns, candle lighting and Communion too. We follow your officiant through the service, so every piece of music arrives right on cue. Strings, harp or an Acoustic Singer all suit a church, and the prelude as your guests settle into the pews sets the tone before you've even arrived. Many Boston churches have their own music rules, so ask early.
Can we combine strings with a singer?
Yes. Choose String Trio + Vocals, Harp + Vocals or Acoustic Singer + Violin. A live voice over strings is one of the most emotional sounds you can choose for your aisle song, and you'll hear every word as you walk toward the person you're about to marry.
How far in advance should we book?
As soon as your date and venue are set. Saturdays and fall foliage weekends are always snapped up first.
We're often booked up to 12 months ahead. Wedding coming up sooner? It's still worth asking, because your Band Manager can check what's possible.
Your Celebration Starts Here
Watch our musicians. Choose the music you love.
See your price as you build.