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HIRE AUSTRALIA's FINEST
AWARD-WINNING MUSICIANS
String Musicians Australia provides live classical music hire for all events across Australia. Whether you’re looking for a string quartet or string band for hire, our musicians can set the scene for your next event.
Since 2011, we have had the pleasure of performing at over 1,000 corporate events such as awards nights, product launches, conferences, and gala dinners, as well as an array of private functions including weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, house-warmings, and funerals.
Our versatile repertoire spans across various ensembles, including string orchestras, string quartets, string trios, string duos, solo violin, solo cello, and solo viola.
We take pride in our professionalism, personalised service, and exceptional musicianship, which has been enjoyed by over 1,000 clients. We invite you to explore over a hundred 5-star Google reviews from our satisfied clients to get a sense of the quality we bring to each performance.
String Musicians Australia also performs special requests at no additional cost. Even if it’s not in our 3,000+ song library, we’ll source the sheet music and arrange it for a solo musician, string quartet, full string band, and everything in between.
HIRE AUSTRALIA's FINEST AWARD-WINNING MUSICIANS
String Musicians Australia provides live classical music hire for all events across Australia. Whether you’re looking for a string quartet or string band for hire, our musicians can set the scene for your next event.
Since 2011, we have had the pleasure of performing at thousands of corporate events such as awards nights, product launches, conferences, and gala dinners, as well as an array of private functions including weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, house-warmings, and farewells.
Our versatile repertoire spans across various ensembles, including string orchestras, string quartets, string trios, string duos, solo violin, solo cello, and solo viola.
We take pride in our professionalism, personalised service, and exceptional musicianship, which has been enjoyed by thousands of clients. We invite you to explore over a hundred 5-star Google reviews from our satisfied clients to get a sense of the quality we bring to each performance.
String Musicians Australia also performs special requests at no additional cost. Even if it’s not in our library, we’ll source the sheet music and arrange it for a solo musician, string quartet, full string band, and everything in between.
STRING QUARTET HIRE
FOR ALL EVENTS
Choosing a string quartet for hire can add ambience and atmosphere to any event or performance. As performers with Australia’s leading symphony and chamber orchestras, you can trust String Musicians Australia to deliver. We have also won major national and international music competitions. To read more about our qualifications and the many awards that we have won, please view our achievements.
We offer string band and string quartet hire in all of Australia’s major cities such as Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Hobart, Newcastle, and Coffs Harbour. We also travel outside each of these cities. Please view our prices for more information.
We always recommend full-string quartet hire for functions, including wedding ceremonies, as a wedding string quartet offers the richest harmonies. A string quartet includes two violins, one viola, and one cello.
To enquire about securing a string band or string quartet for hire across Australia, please contact us today
Our Clients
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Our Awards
4MBS Musica Viva Sid Page Memorial Prize Melbourne Abroad Travelling Scholarship Austral Salon Instrumental Competition Mietta Song Recital Award - Best Pianist Centenary Medal for Service to the Arts Margaret Sutherland Bursary Award Australia Council for the Arts Award E.V Llewellyn Memorial Scholarship Australian Music Foundation Award Dandenong Festival of Music & Arts Gold Medallion Sleath Scholarship Australian Concerto Competition Australian National Piano Award Fine Music Australia Young Performer Award Gisborne International Music Competition, NZ Musica Viva Grand Prize Geoffrey Parsons Award Dorcus McClean Travelling Scholarship Kendall National Violin Competition Geelong Advertiser Music Competition Atheneum Chamber Music Award Hephzibah Menuhin Competition Melbourne Research Scholarship Ian Potter Cultural Trust Grant Gwenn Prockter Cello Award McCaw-Bainton Scholarship Tait Memorial Trust Award Sid Curry Memorial Award Hattori Foundation Award Donald Hazelwood Award ABC Young Performer of the Year Award Atheneum Chamber Music Award Hephzibah Menuhin Competition Melbourne Research Scholarship Ian Potter Cultural Trust Grant Gwenn Prockter Cello Award McCaw-Bainton Scholarship Tait Memorial Trust Award Sid Curry Memorial Award Hattori Foundation Award Donald Hazelwood Award PPCA Foundation Award J Albert and Son Prize 4MBS Musica Viva Sid Page Memorial Prize Melbourne Abroad Travelling Scholarship Austral Salon Instrumental Competition Mietta Song Recital Award – Best Pianist Centenary Medal for Service to the Arts Margaret Sutherland Bursary Award Australia Council for the Arts Award E.V Llewellyn Memorial Scholarship Australian Music Foundation Award Dandenong Festival of Music & Arts Gold Medallion Australian Chamber Music Competition Asia Pacific Chamber Music Competition Macklin Bursary Award Banff International String Quartet Competition Sleath Scholarship Australian Concerto Competition Australian National Piano Award Fine Music Australia Young Performer Award Gisborne International Music Competition, NZ Musica Viva Grand Prize Geoffrey Parsons Award Dorcus McClean Travelling Scholarship Kendall National Violin Competition Geelong Advertiser Music Competition Eric Read Cello Award Tallis Bursary Award Melbourne International Chamber Music CompetitionFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT STRING ENSEMBLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO HIRE?
We offer String Quartets (our most popular), String Trios, String Duos, Soloists (violin, cello, or viola), and full String Orchestras of up to 40 musicians. We can easily scale the ensemble to perfectly suit your budget, venue size, and acoustic needs.
WHAT LEVEL OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE DO YOUR MUSICIANS HAVE?
Our musicians are elite, award-winning professionals who actively perform with Australia’s premier ensembles, including state symphony orchestras and leading chamber orchestras. Their competition wins span prestigious national and international awards, including the Banff International String Quartet Competition, the Musica Viva Grand Prize, and the Kendall National Violin Competition.
CAN WE LISTEN TO YOUR MUSICIANS PERFORM BEFORE MAKING A BOOKING?
Absolutely. You can watch and listen to over 390 high-quality recordings directly on our website, all captured in a single take with no edits, to easily compare our Quartet, Trio, Duo, and Solo performances. What you hear is exactly what you’ll get on the day.
HOW EXTENSIVE IS YOUR SONG LIBRARY?
Our comprehensive sheet music library features over 3,000 songs. While classically trained, we perform a highly diverse range of genres, including modern pop, jazz, tango, folk, and cinematic soundtracks, covering virtually any style to match your event atmosphere.
WHAT IF THE SPECIFIC SONG WE WANT ISN’T IN YOUR 3,000+ SONG LIBRARY?
We offer up to three complimentary song arrangements. If you have a special song for a key moment, like a bridal entrance or first dance, our team will source and expertly arrange the sheet music for your chosen ensemble at no extra cost. Submit an enquiry to discuss any additional arrangements beyond three.
WHICH LOCATIONS AND CITIES DO YOU SERVICE ACROSS AUSTRALIA?
We proudly provide live string musicians across all major Australian cities and their surrounding regions, including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Hobart, Newcastle, the Gold Coast, and Coffs Harbour. We also travel beyond each of these cities. Submit an enquiry and we’ll confirm travel details for your specific venue.
ARE YOU ABLE TO PERFORM AT OUTDOOR VENUES AND GARDEN CEREMONIES?
Yes, outdoor performances are very popular. However, our high-value acoustic instruments require full overhead cover to protect against direct sunlight, rain, and wind. A marquee, covered veranda, or large shade umbrella is required. An indoor backup space must also be available in case of unexpected weather, and we cannot perform directly on or near sand.
WHAT TYPES OF FUNCTIONS AND EVENTS DO YOU REGULARLY PERFORM FOR?
With over a decade of experience since 2011, we regularly perform at:
- Weddings: Ceremonies and receptions of all styles and sizes
- Corporate events: Awards nights, product launches, gala dinners, and conferences
- Private celebrations: Birthdays, anniversaries, and house-warmings
- Sensitive occasions: Funerals and memorial wakes
DO YOU REQUIRE AMPLIFICATION FOR LARGER EVENTS?
For events with fewer than 80 guests, our acoustic performance projects beautifully on its own, with no power or equipment required. For larger events, crowded spaces, or expansive outdoor areas, we highly recommend amplification using either your venue’s existing equipment or our premium wireless system ($650), which also allows background music to play between sets.
WHAT IS YOUR BOOKING PROCESS AND HOW ARE PAYMENTS HANDLED?
A $500 non-refundable deposit secures your date, with the remaining balance due at least 30 days before the event. All prices displayed on our website include GST and travel from your nearest city CBD, with no hidden fees. We also hold $20 million AUD public liability insurance across Australia for complete peace of mind.