The Cornwall Quartet
The string quartet produces a rich, vibrant sound.
We are a professional string quartet offering a wide and varied repertoire of high-quality music, ranging from well-known classical pieces to stylish arrangements of pop, rock, jazz, folk, and film music.
The Cornwall Quartet brings polished professionalism and warm, evocative sound to every performance. Based in Cornwall, our ensemble blends technical precision with sensitive musicality to create memorable moments for weddings, corporate events, private functions and public concerts.
About Us The Cornwall Quartet comprises four classically trained string players with extensive experience performing across the UK and internationally. We pride ourselves on a refined ensemble sound, seamless communication and a repertoire that spans the Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods through to contemporary arrangements and popular music. Whether performing as a discreet background ensemble or the focal point of an event, our playing is consistently expressive, balanced and beautifully tuned.
What we deliver
Professional presentation: punctual arrival, elegant concert dress, and considerate interaction with clients and guests.
Exceptional sound: a warm, cohesive tone produced through careful intonation, matched vibrato and attentive phrasing.
Tailored programmes: classical standards, film and TV favourites, contemporary pieces and bespoke arrangements to suit your event and preferences.
Flexible formats: ceremony-only ensembles, background reception music, full-length concert sets or curated playlists for transitioning moments.
Excellent communication: clear planning, timely responses and thoughtful collaboration to ensure the music complements every stage of your event.
Repertoire highlights We offer a broad and adaptable repertoire including movements from Bach, Vivaldi and Mozart; quartets and transcriptions by Haydn and Beethoven; romantic works by Schubert and Tchaikovsky; plus arrangements of modern favourites and film scores. If you have particular pieces in mind, we are happy to prepare bespoke arrangements to fit the occasion.
Why choose The Cornwall Quartet Our quartet combines years of professional experience with a passion for delivering beautifully crafted performances. We focus on nuance and musical detail, ensuring each piece is performed with emotional clarity and technical assurance. The result is music that enhances the atmosphere—uplifting ceremonies, elegant receptions and captivating concerts alike.
Booking and enquiries To discuss availability, repertoire options and pricing, please contact us with your event date, location and the type of performance required. We will work with you to create the most appropriate musical experience for your occasion.
The Cornwall Quartet — refined musicianship, beautiful sound, and a dedication to making your event unforgettable.
Weddings
Wedding Ceremonies
When planning the music for your ceremony, we are typically asked to perform the following:
Background music while guests are taking their seats, beginning approximately 25 minutes before the ceremony starts
One piece for the processional
Two pieces during the signing of the register
One piece for the recessional
The above is intended as a guideline for a traditional order of events, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have something different in mind for your ceremony.
We are also happy to accompany hymns, although nothing quite beats the organ in its ability to lead a large congregation in song!
Tailoring the Music
We truly appreciate the thought and care that goes into selecting the individual details of a wedding ceremony. These personal touches reflect your unique identity as a couple. Musical taste is deeply personal, and choosing music that resonates with you allows your ceremony to express genuine meaning and emotion.
A string quartet is wonderfully versatile and lends itself beautifully to a wide range of styles, from Baroque classics to heavy metal rock.
If you would like guidance or advice when making your selections, we are more than happy to suggest pieces that will suit both your tastes and the occasion.
We have an extensive and ever-growing repertoire. Please contact us for an up-to-date list.
Drinks Reception & Wedding Breakfast
Nothing compares to live music when it comes to transforming the atmosphere of an event. As your celebration begins, we can provide lively, upbeat, and engaging background music during the drinks reception, followed by an elegant and warm ambience for your wedding breakfast.
We curate a varied programme of well-known classical, pop, jazz, and film music, ensuring there is something for guests of all ages to enjoy.
FAQ’s
Can we choose all the music for our wedding ceremony?
Yes, you are very welcome to choose your ceremony music from our repertoire list, and we are happy to offer guidance if you would like assistance. We typically play around seven pieces of background music while guests are taking their seats. You may select these pieces yourself, or, if you prefer, you can leave the selection to us.
Can we choose all the music for our drinks reception?
We recommend that couples choose up to ten favourite pieces. From there, we are happy to curate the remainder of the playlist to perfectly suit the atmosphere and flow of the occasion.
Can you perform music that isn’t on your repertoire list?
Yes. If there is a particular piece you would like us to perform that is not currently on our repertoire list, please get in touch, as we can usually accommodate special requests. An additional fee may apply, depending on the availability of an existing string quartet arrangement.
If the piece has already been arranged for string quartet, the cost would typically cover the purchase of sheet music (approximately £15–£20). If a new arrangement is required, a composer’s fee would apply, usually around £70.00.
What happens if one of the musicians is ill or unavailable on the day?
We work with a pool of excellent professional musicians whom we regularly collaborate with, all of whom are highly experienced. In the event that one of our musicians is unavailable, we will arrange a suitable replacement to ensure the performance goes ahead as planned.
Corporate Events
and Functions
Corporate events and functions
The Cornwall Quartet provides the perfect background music and entertainment for corporate events, functions and parties.
If you are considering booking us, please do not hesitate to call or email to check our availability. For a quote please include details of the length of booking and the venue address.
Our members have performed in a variety of settings and for engagements at exclusive venues such as Monaco Yacht Club, the O2 Arena, Manchester City Football Club, The Royal Albert Hall, Harvey Nicholls, Selfridges, The National Gallery, British Library, Victoria and Albert Museum, The Eden Project, Birmingham Symphony Hall, The Barbican, The BBC Proms, Mardi Gras Festival, Edinburgh Festival and Songs of Praise.
“We were recommended Quartet Cornwall by my oldest friend who owns Wed Magazine - we were confident as she has vast experience and knowledge of all wedding professionals across the South West.
We were incredibly pleased with how talented, friendly and professional these musicians were. One of the poor lads even played for us on his 30th birthday!
Our requests were happily accommodated by Danielle and she contacted us regularly to ensure that we had all the information and advice we needed - neither of us being classical music buffs.
I cannot recommend Quartet Cornwall enough.”