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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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HOW WILL A STRING QUARTET FIT INTO MY WEDDING OR RECEPTION? |
People who want a touch of elegance often have a string quartet play for their wedding, reception or special event. The sound of a string quartet is smooth and romantic. It complements an event without being too loud and provides a harmony that a single instrument can not produce.
While we are usually asked to peform all of the music for a wedding, we are very willing to work with a vocalist, organist or other instrumentalist, if you desire. A special rehearsal time with the musician will be scheduled shortly before the wedding.
The music for a reception can create a mood. For a romantic, elegant mood, select classical music. If you want the mood to be happy and fun, select popular music. If you like, we can combine them both so that there is music to please everyone.
A string quartet can play anywhere, indoors or outdoors. This is handy when there is no piano or organ available. We just ask that you help us to protect our valuable instruments by providing us with shade and covering in case of rain.
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I DON'T FEEL COMFORTABLE CHOOSING THE MUSIC FOR MY WEDDING. CAN YOU HELP?
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Choosing the music for your most important day can be stressful. Forte' Strings will be of great help to you. We have a demo CD that has been designed to help you in your selections. As our client, you will be provided with a copy of our "Wedding Music Selection Guide". This valuable planning tool steps you through every musical need of a wedding ceremony. Along with this, one of our members will be glad to work closely with you to make sure that you are on the road to that perfect wedding you always dreamed of.
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HOW MUCH MUSIC WILL YOU PROVIDE FOR MY WEDDING?
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Your personal preference decides the amount of music provided by Forte' Strings for your wedding. Every bride has a different idea as to their dream ceremony.
We can provide from 20 to 30 minutes of music prior to the ceremony while your guests are being seated. If you like, we can provide the music for the seating of the family, as well as the procession of the bridesmaids and bride. We can play special music during the ceremony (accompanying a soloist, a moment of prayer, or the lighting of the unity candle). We can end the ceremony with the recessional for the bride and groom and the attendants and then play some postlude music for your guests to exit by. |
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IF FORTE' STRINGS PLAYS FOR MY WEDDING, CAN YOU ALSO PLAY FOR MY RECEPTION?
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We will be glad to perform for your wedding and reception. After your ceremony has ended, the quartet can move to the reception area, begin entertaining your guests as they arrive, and then continue with dinner music throughout your reception.
Even if you have decided to use a band or DJ for your reception, you might want to consider having Forte' Strings play while your guests are having cocktails or dinner and then let the band or DJ take over for the "party time". |
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IT WOULD BE HELPFUL IF SOMEONE COULD ATTEND OUR WEDDING REHEARSAL. IS THIS POSSIBLE? |
Yes, one of our members will be glad to attend your rehearsal if we do not have another event to play for at that time. This is a complimentary benefit we provide for our clients. Being professionals, Forte' Strings strives to make sure that everything goes perfectly for your wedding; therefore we like to attend the rehearsal, when possible. |
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WHAT OTHER MUSICAL NEEDS CAN FORTE' STRINGS HELP WITH?
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We can provide you with a string trio, violin/cello duet, or violin solo. We also have excellent vocalists and trumpet players that can be added for impressive effects. |
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WHERE HAVE FORTE' STRINGS PERFORMED?
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Forte' Strings has been asked to play at many events and locations in Dallas, Fort Worth, and the surrounding areas. The events include the American Heart Association Ball, the Seventh Day Adventist Convention, several Fort Worth Convention and Visitors Bureau dinners, the McKinney Education dinner, the Keller Women's Club luncheon, business open houses and corporate function dinners. We have had the privilege of being a part of hundreds of weddings and receptions. One of our brides was even featured on The Knot. We also enjoy performing chamber music concerts where everyone is invited to attend.
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HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO HIRE FORTE' STRINGS?
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Every event is unique, so the cost will depend upon your desires. Factors such as the ensemble chosen, the length of time we are asked to play, your event's location (if outside the metroplex), other musicians that are included, rehearsal with a vocalist, and arrangements of special music requested can have an effect on the cost. Please contact us, tell us your ideas, and we will be happy to give you information and pricing.
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HOW SOON SHOULD I BOOK YOUR ENSEMBLE?
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If you are interested in booking Forte' Strings for your event, we suggest that you contact us as soon as possible. We most often book dates months in advance, especially Saturday evenings. In many cases, we have booked events over a year in advance. But if your event is in the near future, please contact us anyway. We may still have your date and time available. |
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