Business Details
Elegant Live Music for Weddings & Events in London
Astor String Quartet has been delivering exceptional musical performances for over 25 years, having played at more than 1,200 events globally. Our quartet comprises highly trained musicians with extensive experience in chamber orchestras, West End shows, and international tours. We have performed for distinguished audiences, including members of the Royal Family and renowned corporations, while maintaining a commitment to enhancing events with tailored musical selections. Our expertise spans classical masterpieces and contemporary classics, ensuring a versatile repertoire to suit any occasion. We provide professional attire options and offer bespoke repertoire advice to complement the tone of your event.With a proven track record in weddings, corporate functions, and private parties, we combine artistic excellence with reliability. Our teams individual achievements include teaching at prestigious institutions, recording at Abbey Road Studios, and contributing to film scores. We pride ourselves on seamless execution and creating memorable atmospheres through music. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, exceptional service, and ability to elevate events. This enduring dedication to quality has established us as a trusted choice for discerning clients seeking musical excellence.
Services
Wedding Music
Corporate Events
Private Parties
Repertoire Consultation
International Performances
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience performing at 1,200+ events globally.
- Our quartet has played for HRH The Prince Of Wales and major corporations.
- We provide tailored repertoire advice to match your event's atmosphere.
- Our musicians have performed with orchestras and at venues like The Ritz London.
- We guarantee professional attire and seamless event execution.
What people say
Classy atmosphere
Perfect playlist
Exceptional service
Second to none
Resounding success
Services
Wedding Music
Our wedding music service provides tailored classical and contemporary performances to enhance your special day. With experience at over 700 weddings, we create elegant atmospheres through carefully selected repertoire. Our quartet ensures seamless execution and professional presentation.
Corporate Events
We deliver sophisticated musical backdrops for corporate events, having performed for companies like BMW and British Airways. Our versatile repertoire adapts to formal conferences or celebratory receptions, combining professionalism with artistic excellence to impress discerning business audiences.
Private Parties
Our private party performances blend classical masterpieces with modern favourites to create memorable occasions. From intimate soires to grand celebrations, we tailor our music to match event themes while maintaining the highest performance standards developed over 25 years.
Repertoire Consultation
We offer expert guidance in selecting appropriate music for your event, drawing on our extensive experience and diverse repertoire. This service ensures perfect musical alignment with your occasion's tone, from traditional weddings to contemporary corporate functions.
International Performances
Our international experience spans performances in France, Italy, and Norway. We adapt to diverse cultural contexts while maintaining consistent quality, having played at venues like Deauville Casino and Highgrove House for global audiences.
People
Penelope Gee
Violin
Penelope founded the quartet while studying at the Royal College of Music. She has performed at Her Majesty's Theatre, taught at prestigious institutions, and holds a pilot's licence alongside her musical career.
Julia Atkinson
Violin
Julia studied at the Royal College of Music and National Centre for Orchestral Studies. She has played with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and taught at leading music colleges while exploring England's national trails in her free time.
Sheila Holdsworth
Viola
Sheila has performed with major orchestras including the BBC Symphony Orchestra and contributed to film scores like 'Eyes Wide Shut'. She also runs creative businesses alongside her musical career.
Ingrid Perrin
Cello
Ingrid studied at Wells Cathedral School and the University of York. She has played with Elvis Costello and runs educational programmes, combining performance with teaching adult students and developing baby massage courses.
Questions
What types of events do you perform at?
We perform at weddings, corporate events, private parties, and special occasions both in the UK and internationally.
Can you play specific songs not listed in your repertoire?
Yes, we can locate and learn specific pieces not included in our standard repertoire listings.
How do you determine appropriate music for an event?
We consult with clients to understand the event's tone and provide tailored recommendations based on our extensive experience.
What attire options do you offer?
We offer various outfits from classic elegance to festive ruby red jackets to match your event's theme.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking early for popular dates, though we can accommodate last-minute requests when possible.
