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When considering whether you will book a string quartet or a string trio, you most likely don’t know the difference between the two.

16 Strings String Quartet only offers the quartet option because we believe that four instruments create a much fuller and richer sound then just having three. With the extra violin, it allows us to include additional harmonic sounds , that builds the melody line creating a beautiful rich atmosphere. The additional instrument especially compliments pop and jazz music as it allows us to be more creative with our music arranging (more parts = fuller sound.)

But don’t take our word for it – we have prepared an excellent audio example for you to listen to, that will clearly present to you the difference in sound  between a trio and a quartet. To view please click here: http://www.16-strings.com/quartet-vs-trio

New video which includes some sample songs – enjoy!

From the 16th century to the present, a European and now Australian church weddings (in the last 200 years anyway) often involves the bride walking slowly down the church aisle to a processional tune and returning together with her new husband to a lively recessional tune.

For over 100 years the most popular processional has been Wagner’s Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin (1850), often called “Here Comes The Bride”. For the recessional the most popular tune is Mendelssohn’s Wedding March from A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1826). Both apart of 16 Strings repertoire list.

As the couple leave the church, bells are rung. During the service there will be a few hymns, often chosen by the bride. The law now requires paper documentation so there is an extra piece of music while the couple retires to sign the register. This might be a reflective piece such as Bach’s “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring”.

After the few photographs the reception follows. This is a meal followed by a dance. In previous centuries the newlyweds would be the first to dance and then they would separate to dance briefly with each of the other people present. Only the most conservative or wealthy weddings now have couple dancing.

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So as you can see weddings haven’t really changed all that much since the 16th century. However, the type and style of music that is chosen has changed. Although the traditional songs are still a popular choice for many modern brides, many young couples today prefer the more contemporary sound.

The great thing about a string quartet in the 21st century is that you can have a traditional look with a contemporary sound!

For more information on having a string quartet for your wedding in either Brisbane or Gold Coast go to : http://www.16-strings.com

source: http://weddingmusicblog.blogspot.com/

Today wedding music and the wide range of choice you can have for your wedding is endless.  From live music through to a mp3 you can do whatever you want… But have you ever thought about having a string quartet play at your wedding?

When most people think of a string quartet, they most likely think mozart and classical music.. and to some (and I’m sure it’s more than one) would prefer something more upbeat and familiar. That’s why 16 Strings String Quartet have created a repertoire of music to suit most people’s taste of music. From Coldplay to Buble right through to a bit of The Beatles and even Elton John! 16 Strings have made wedding music with a string quartet exciting!

To give you a taste of the string quartet 16 Strings String Quartet Brisbane met on Sunday to record a new song called “Hoppipolla” by Sigur Ros. It’s the second song on the following video… Enjoy

Southbank & Surrounds

For more information on how 16 Strings String Quartet can be part of your wedding day click here

There is nothing more beautiful than a live string quartet as your wedding music, corporate or private functions.

The sound of the strings and your guests chatting happily amongst themselves is something to be desired. However, a string quartet doesn’t have to have the traditional classical sound if that’s not you, you can jazz or pop it up with more contemporary pieces that have been specially arranged for the string quartet. 16 Strings has worked extremely hard to keep our repertoire up to speed with the popular music of today.

Here’s some of the many contemporary songs you can have with 16 Strings String Quartet:

Jazz
Aint No Sunshine, Autumn Leaves, Call Me Irresponsible, Cantaloupe Island, Dream A Little Dream of Me, Fever, Fly Me to the Moon, The Girl from Ipanema, It Don’t Mean A Thing, I Get A Kick Out of You, It Had To Be You, Mack The Knife, Over the Rainbow, Someone to Watch Over Me, Summertime, Take Five, Unforgettable, The Way You Look, When I Fall In Love, Moondance, For Once In My Life, Summer Wind, You’ll Never Find Another, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Sway, Come Fly With Me, Home, Everything, Can’t Help Falling In Love, A Tangerine Rag, What a Wonderful World, Don’t Know Why, Sunrise, Pink Panther, Tea For Two, Sunny Side, At Last, Plus more…

Pop
Viva La Vida, Violet Hill, Clocks, Yellow, Love Stroy, Only Hope, 20 Good REasons, Chasing Cars, The Prayer, I’ll Be There, Raise Me Up, Yesterday, Eleanor Rigby, Penny Lane, All We Need Is Love, Lady Madonna, Imagine, Iris, Linger, Bella’s Lullaby, All I Want Is You, Beautiful Day, Plus more…

To see all of our repertoire or to hear some of our sample songs please go to: http://www.16-strings.com/music