Explore 229 classical ensembles available in the United States. These accomplished musicians have received 550 reviews from satisfied clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars, with performances starting from $140 and averaging $500.
Each group brings professional training and extensive repertoires suited to weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Browse detailed profiles featuring audio samples, client testimonials, and clear pricing information to find your ideal classical entertainment.
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Woodwind Musicians in United StatesClassical ensembles in the United States provide sophisticated musical entertainment for discerning event hosts. These professional musicians perform in various configurations, from intimate string quartets to larger chamber groups, each bringing years of formal training and performance experience to your celebration.
These classical groups specialise in wedding ceremonies, corporate functions, and private parties where elegant atmosphere is paramount. String quartets remain the most popular choice for their versatility and refined sound, while mixed ensembles offer broader instrumental colors for larger venues. Many performers maintain extensive repertoires spanning classical masterworks, contemporary arrangements, and special requests tailored to your event's unique character.
Prices for classical ensembles in the United States range from about $140 to $1,300+, with most professional groups charging around $500 for standard engagements. Pricing reflects ensemble size, performance length, and specific requirements like amplification or special repertoire. String quartets typically command premium rates due to their specialized training and instrument quality, while larger chamber groups price according to the number of musicians involved. Most groups include initial consultation and repertoire planning in their standard fees.
The average price is $500 (USD), with most priced from $140 to $1,300+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 359 enquiries for Classical Ensembles at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.
Master Musicians Incorporated
"I would strongly discourage anyone from using Master Musicians for a wedding.
One of the most important moments of our wedding day, the processional, was mishandled despite clear communication and advance planning. Prior to the wedding, I spent over 30 minutes speaking with Julie Block reviewing our ceremony details. During that conversation, we specifically discussed our processional music, including "Can't Help Falling in Love." When I asked whether she already had the sheet music, she told me she did. At no point did she indicate there was any uncertainty about the song selection or that additional information was needed.
In addition, all of our songs and ceremony instructions were provided to the company on July 17, 2026, including specific notes regarding instrumental versions.
Despite those instructions, our wedding officiant unexpectedly walked in to Taylor Swift vocals being played over the sound system. This was not supposed to happen. The music was intended to be instrumental only. Not only was it inappropriate for that moment, but it caught our officiant completely by surprise and disrupted the beginning of our ceremony.
What makes this even more frustrating is the explanation we received afterward. Julie claimed that because we only provided the song and artist name for "Can't Help Falling in Love," she downloaded a version from YouTube and that we should have provided an exact link. Yet this was never mentioned during our lengthy planning call, nor when she confirmed she already had the music. Had this been communicated beforehand, it could have been resolved easily. How can a professional music company utilize YouTube for a full track, when that is meant for video versions of songs?
Julie also acknowledged in writing that the violinist played the vocal version of Taylor Swift's "Love Story" instead of the instrumental version and stated that he "second guessed the instructions and chose poorly." In other words, the company admits that its musician ignored the instructions provided.
Rather than taking full responsibility for a mistake that affected one of the most meaningful moments of our wedding ceremony, the response focused on shifting blame back to us for not providing an exact track link, despite prior assurances that the music was already available and despite the fact that the wrong Taylor Swift version was admittedly played.
They not only declined to offer a refund for these mistakes, but then said they would "waive the charge" for our wedding starting late—even though the delay was due to rain. The violinist never introduced himself or asked whether we wanted him to stay. In fact, had he left, our processional likely would not have been disrupted, because I had already provided the DJ with Spotify track links to our wedding music as a backup in case of an emergency.
Weddings require attention to detail, clear communication, and careful execution of agreed-upon instructions. Unfortunately, our experience with Master Musicians fell short in all three areas. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend them to couples who are relying on their vendors to handle important ceremonial moments correctly."
Ember Strings LLC
"Ember Strings was apart of our beautiful wedding ceremony in Mexico Beach, FL, in OCT 2022. The string trio played for 30 mins prior to the ceremony, and then played the processional songs for the family and us brides to walk down the aisle. They were amazing, and I highly recommend them for any intimate event! They traveled all the way from Tampa and were very easy to work with and coordinate efforts. Thank you, Ember Strings!"
San Francisco Bay Area Musician Harp Piano
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️What truly blew everyone away, was when Mary Mei showcased her incredible versatility on the Guzheng a traditional Chinese Zither . The brilliant blend of Western classical mastery and traditional Eastern string artistry added a unique, unforgettable flavor to our celebration that our families are still raving about."
Spiritus Mundi Crescentis
"What a show last night! We're still talking about it at breakfast."
Lilli Elliott - Cellist
"I hired Lilli and Matt relatively last minute. They were very helpful in coordinating songs to play. They arrived 30 minutes before the event and even stayed a little longer. They were very flexible when my aunt decided to rewrite some ideas. I appreciate her kindness, understanding and flexibility. They played beautifully and flawlessly. I would definitely recommend and hire again."
Anastasiia Cello
"I was truly impressed by the performance of the cellist at our event. Nothing can compare to live music — you can actually feel the vibrations, and it creates a completely different emotional experience.
She played beautifully, with deep expression and sensitivity. On top of that, she had an elegant presence, and her instrument sounded rich and refined, clearly of high quality.
It’s been a long time since I felt such genuine emotions from music. Her performance made the entire atmosphere unforgettable."