BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
1 MUSICIAN
Violin, Cello or Piano*
SUITABLE FOR UP TO 15 GUESTS
1.5 HOUR MAX BOOKING
MELODY ONLY
*Venue must supply piano
DUO
2 MUSICIANS
Violin + Cello
SUITABLE FOR UP TO 25 GUESTS
1.5 HOUR MAX BOOKING
BASIC CLASSICAL MUSIC
TRIO
3 MUSICIANS
2 Violins + Cello
SUITABLE FOR UP TO 35 GUESTS
1.5 HOUR MAX BOOKING
CLASSICAL MUSIC
QUARTET
4 MUSICIANS
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
UNLIMITED GUESTS*
5 HOURS MAX BOOKING
ALL GENRES OF MUSIC
*We recommend amplifying us if you have over 100 guests, except for wedding ceremonies and funeral services.
Within 30 minutes drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
Violin, Cello or Piano*
1 HR – $ 800
1.25 HRS – $ 900
1.5 HRS – $ 1,000
DUO
Violin + Cello
1 HR – $ 1,300
1.25 HRS – $ 1,450
1.5 HRS – $ 1,600
TRIO
2 Violins + Cello
1 hR – $ 1,600
1.25 HRS – $ 1,750
1.5 HRS – $ 1,900
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
1 HR – $ 1,850
1.25 HRS – $ 2,000
1.5 HRS – $ 2,200
2 HRS – $ 2,500
2.5 HRS – $ 2,800
3 HRS – $ 3,100
3.5 HRS – $ 3,400
4 HRS – $ 3,700
4.5 HRS – $ 4,000
5 HRS – $ 4,300
Within 1 HOUR drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
Violin, Cello or Piano*
1 HR- $ 900
1.25 HRS – $ 1,000
1.5 HRS – $ 1,100
DUO
Violin + Cello
1 HR – $ 1,500
1.25 HRS – $ 1,650
1.5 HRS – $ 1,800
TRIO
2 Violins + Cello
1 HR – $ 1,900
1.25 HRS – $ 2,050
1.5 HRS – $ 2,200
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
1 HR – $ 2,250
1.25 HRS – $ 2,400
1.5 HRS – $ 2,600
2 HRS – $ 2,900
2.5 HRS – $ 3,200
3 HRS – $ 3,500
3.5 HRS – $ 3,800
4 HRS – $ 4,100
4.5 HRS – $ 4,400
5 HRS – $ 4,700
Within 1.5 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
Violin, Cello or Piano*
1 HR – $1,100
1.25 HRS -$1,200
1.5 HRS – $1,300
DUO
Violin + Cello
1 HR – $ 1,800
1.25 HRS – $ 1,950
1.5 HRS – $ 2,100
TRIO
2 Violins + Cello
1 HR – $ 2,200
1.25 HRS – $ 2,400
1.5 HRS – $ 2,600
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
1 HR – $ 2,650
1.25 HRS – $ 2,850
1.5 HRS – $ 3,000
2 HRS – $ 3,300
2.5 HRS – $ 3,600
3 HRS – $ 3,900
3.5 HRS – $ 4,200
4 HRS – $ 4,500
4.5 HRS – $ 4,800
5 HRS – $ 5,100
Within 2 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
Violin, Cello or Piano*
1 HR – $1,300
1.25 HRS – $1,400
1.5 HRS – $1,500
DUO
Violin + Cello
1 HR – $ 2,100
1.25 HRS – $ 2,250
1.5 HRS – $ 2,400
TRIO
2 Violins + Cello
1 HR – $ 2,600
1.25 HRS – $ 2,800
1.5 HRS – $ 3,000
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
1 HR – $ 3,150
1.25 HRS – $ 3,350
1.5 HRS – $ 3,500
2 HRS – $ 3,800
2.5 HRS – $ 4,100
3 HRS – $ 4,400
3.5 HRS – $ 4,700
4 HRS – $ 5,000
4.5 HRS – $ 5,300
5 HRS – $ 5,600
Within 2.5 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
Violin, Cello or Piano*
1 HR – $1,500
1.25 HRS – $1,600
1.5 HRS – $1,700
DUO
Violin + Cello
1 HR – $ 2,500
1.25 HRS – $ 2,650
1.5 HRS – $ 2,800
TRIO
2 Violins + Cello
1 HR – $ 3,000
1.25 HRS – $ 3,200
1.5 HRS – $ 3,400
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
1 HR – $ 3,650
1.25 HRS – $ 3,850
1.5 HRS – $ 4,000
2 HRS – $ 4,300
2.5 HRS – $ 4,600
3 HRS – $ 4,900
3.5 HRS – $ 5,200
4 HRS – $ 5,500
4.5 HRS – $ 5,800
5 HRS – $ 6,100
Within 3 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
Violin, Cello or Piano*
1 HR – $1,800
1.25 HRS – $1,900
1.5 HRS – $2,000
DUO
Violin + Cello
1 HR – $ 2,900
1.25 HRS – $ 3,050
1.5 HRS – $ 3,200
TRIO
2 Violins + Cello
1 HR – $ 3,400
1.25 HRS – $ 3,600
1.5 HRS – $ 3,800
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
1 HR – $ 4,150
1.25 HRS – $ 4,350
1.5 HRS – $ 4,500
2 HRS – $ 4,800
2.5 HRS – $ 5,100
3 HRS – $ 5,400
3.5 HRS – $ 5,700
4 HRS – $ 6,000
4.5 HRS – $ 6,300
5 HRS – $ 6,600
Within 3.5 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
Violin, Cello or Piano*
1 HR – $2,000
1.25 HRS – $2,100
1.5 HRS – $2,200
DUO
Violin + Cello
1 HR – $ 3,300
1.25 HRS – $ 3,450
1.5 HRS – $ 3,600
TRIO
2 Violins + Cello
1 HR – $ 3,800
1.25 HRS – $ 4,000
1.5 HRS – $ 4,200
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
1 HR – $ 4,650
1.25 HRS – $ 4,850
1.5 HRS – $ 5,000
2 HRS – $ 5,300
2.5 HRS – $ 5,600
3 HRS – $ 5,900
3.5 HRS – $ 6,200
4 HRS – $ 6,500
4.5 HRS – $ 6,800
5 HRS – $ 7,100
Within 4 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
Violin, Cello or Piano*
1 HR – $2,200
1.25 HRS – $2,300
1.5 HRS – $2,400
DUO
Violin + Cello
1 HR – $ 3,700
1.25 HRS – $ 3,850
1.5 HRS – $ 4,000
TRIO
2 Violins + Cello
1 HR – $ 4,200
1.25 HRS – $ 4,400
1.5 HRS – $ 4,600
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
1 HR – $ 5,150
1.25 HRS – $ 5,350
1.5 HRS – $ 5,500
2 HRS – $ 5,800
2.5 HRS – $ 6,100
3 HRS – $ 6,400
3.5 HRS – $ 6,700
4 HRS – $ 7,000
4.5 HRS – $ 7,300
5 HRS – $ 7,600
OUR PRICES
BEST SOUND & VALUE!
SOLO
SUITABLE FOR UP TO 10 GUESTS
1.5 HOUR MAX BOOKING
MELODY ONLY
*Venue must supply piano
DUO
TRIO
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola + Cello
UNLIMITED GUESTS*
5 HOURS MAX BOOKING
ALL GENRES OF MUSIC
*We recommend the venue amplify us for 100+ guests
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
SUITABLE FOR UP TO 15 GUESTS
1.5 HOUR MAX BOOKING
MELODY ONLY
*Venue must supply piano
DUO
SUITABLE FOR UP TO 25 GUESTS
1.5 HOUR MAX BOOKING
BASIC CLASSICAL MUSIC
TRIO
SUITABLE FOR UP TO 35 GUESTS
1.5 HOUR MAX BOOKING
CLASSICAL MUSIC
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
UNLIMITED GUESTS*
5 HOURS MAX BOOKING
ALL GENRES OF MUSIC
*We recommend amplifying us if you have over 100 guests, except for wedding ceremonies and funeral services.
Within 30 minutes drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices includE GST
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
1 HR – $ 800
1.25 HRS – $ 900
1.5 HRS – $ 1,000
DUO
1 HR – $ 1,300
1.25 HRS – $ 1,450
1.5 HRS – $ 1,600
TRIO
1 HR – $ 1,600
1.25 HRS – $ 1,750
1.5 HRS – $ 1,900
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
1 HR – $ 1,850
1.25 HRS – $ 2,000
1.5 HRS – $ 2,200
2 HRS – $ 2,500
2.5 HRS – $ 2,800
3 HRS – $ 3,100
3.5 HRS – $ 3,400
4 HRS – $ 3,700
4.5 HRS – $ 4,000
5 HRS – $ 4,300
Within 1 HOUR drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
1 HR- $ 900
1.25 HRS – $ 1,000
1.5 HRS – $ 1,100
DUO
1 HR – $ 1,500
1.25 HRS – $ 1,650
1.5 HRS – $ 1,800
TRIO
1 HR – $ 1,900
1.25 HRS – $ 2,050
1.5 HRS – $ 2,200
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
1 HR – $ 2,250
1.25 HRS – $ 2,400
1.5 HRS – $ 2,600
2 HRS – $ 2,900
2.5 HRS – $ 3,200
3 HRS – $ 3,500
3.5 HRS – $ 3,800
4 HRS – $ 4,100
4.5 HRS – $ 4,400
5 HRS – $ 4,700
Within 1.5 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
1 HR – $1,100
1.25 HRS -$1,200
1.5 HRS – $1,300
DUO
1 HR – $ 1,800
1.25 HRS – $ 1,950
1.5 HRS – $ 2,100
TRIO
1 HR – $ 2,200
1.25 HRS – $ 2,400
1.5 HRS – $ 2,600
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
1 HR – $ 2,650
1.25 HRS – $ 2,850
1.5 HRS – $ 3,000
2 HRS – $ 3,300
2.5 HRS – $ 3,600
3 HRS – $ 3,900
3.5 HRS – $ 4,200
4 HRS – $ 4,500
4.5 HRS – $ 4,800
5 HRS – $ 5,100
Within 2 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
1 HR – $1,300
1.25 HRS – $1,400
1.5 HRS – $1,500
DUO
1 HR – $ 2,100
1.25 HRS – $ 2,250
1.5 HRS – $ 2,400
TRIO
1 HR – $ 2,600
1.25 HRS – $ 2,800
1.5 HRS – $ 3,000
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
1 HR – $ 3,150
1.25 HRS – $ 3,350
1.5 HRS – $ 3,500
2 HRS – $ 3,800
2.5 HRS – $ 4,100
3 HRS – $ 4,400
3.5 HRS – $ 4,700
4 HRS – $ 5,000
4.5 HRS – $ 5,300
5 HRS – $ 5,600
Within 2.5 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
1 HR – $1,500
1.25 HRS – $1,600
1.5 HRS – $1,700
DUO
1 HR – $ 2,500
1.25 HRS – $ 2,650
1.5 HRS – $ 2,800
TRIO
1 HR – $ 3,000
1.25 HRS – $ 3,200
1.5 HRS – $ 3,400
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
1 HR – $ 3,650
1.25 HRS – $ 3,850
1.5 HRS – $ 4,000
2 HRS – $ 4,300
2.5 HRS – $ 4,600
3 HRS – $ 4,900
3.5 HRS – $ 5,200
4 HRS – $ 5,500
4.5 HRS – $ 5,800
5 HRS – $ 6,100
Within 3 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
1 HR – $1,800
1.25 HRS – $1,900
1.5 HRS – $2,000
DUO
1 HR – $ 2,900
1.25 HRS – $ 3,050
1.5 HRS – $ 3,200
TRIO
1 HR – $ 3,400
1.25 HRS – $ 3,600
1.5 HRS – $ 3,800
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
1 HR – $ 4,150
1.25 HRS – $ 4,350
1.5 HRS – $ 4,500
2 HRS – $ 4,800
2.5 HRS – $ 5,100
3 HRS – $ 5,400
3.5 HRS – $ 5,700
4 HRS – $ 6,000
4.5 HRS – $ 6,300
5 HRS – $ 6,600
Within 3.5 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
1 HR – $2,000
1.25 HRS – $2,100
1.5 HRS – $2,200
DUO
1 HR – $ 3,300
1.25 HRS – $ 3,450
1.5 HRS – $ 3,600
TRIO
1 HR – $ 3,800
1.25 HRS – $ 4,000
1.5 HRS – $ 4,200
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
1 HR – $ 4,650
1.25 HRS – $ 4,850
1.5 HRS – $ 5,000
2 HRS – $ 5,300
2.5 HRS – $ 5,600
3 HRS – $ 5,900
3.5 HRS – $ 6,200
4 HRS – $ 6,500
4.5 HRS – $ 6,800
5 HRS – $ 7,100
Within 4 HOURS drive of CBD
We arrive 20 minutes early to set up
All prices include GST
BEST SOUND
& VALUE!
SOLO
1 HR – $2,200
1.25 HRS – $2,300
1.5 HRS – $2,400
DUO
1 HR – $ 3,700
1.25 HRS – $ 3,850
1.5 HRS – $ 4,000
TRIO
1 HR – $ 4,200
1.25 HRS – $ 4,400
1.5 HRS – $ 4,600
QUARTET
2 Violins + Viola
+ Cello
1 HR – $ 5,150
1.25 HRS – $ 5,350
1.5 HRS – $ 5,500
2 HRS – $ 5,800
2.5 HRS – $ 6,100
3 HRS – $ 6,400
3.5 HRS – $ 6,700
4 HRS – $ 7,000
4.5 HRS – $ 7,300
5 HRS – $ 7,600
STRING SOLO, DUO, TRIO, OR QUARTET HIRE COST
Above are our string quartet hire costs, as well as options for string trio, duo, and solo performances.
Our string quartet hire cost is inclusive of GST and based on travel distance from the CBD.
Our prices above are for background music only. If you require us to perform for an attentive audience, please contact us for a quote.
Depending on the complexity of the music and the size of the group, it may be necessary to schedule a rehearsal in advance, which would incur an extra cost.
If you’d like us to perform with other musicians, like vocalists, we will need to arrange sheet music and a rehearsal, which would also incur an extra cost.
Unsure how many hours to hire our musicians for? For a more accurate string quartet hire cost estimates, simply view our different function and performance options for a guide on typical hire times.
THE PERFECT ENSEMBLE: WHY A STRING QUARTET REIGNS SUPREME
A string quartet is considered the best configuration for chamber music due to its balanced and rich sound. Here’s an explanation of why each ensemble size — quartet, trio, duo, and solo violin or cello — offers different qualities in terms of harmonies and a fuller, enriched sound:
String Quartet: A string quartet consists of two violins, a viola, and a cello. With four different voices and a wide range of timbres, the string quartet offers a complete harmonic palette. The combination of the instruments allows for intricate and complex harmonies, as well as the ability to play both melody and accompaniment simultaneously. The quartet’s interplay and dialogue between the four instruments create a balanced and symphonic texture, giving it a rich and full sound. A string quartet is best for all music especially any modern pop music.
String Trio: A string trio typically consists of two violins and a cello, omitting the viola. While it may lack the fullness and complexity of a string quartet, a trio can still produce beautiful harmonies. The absence of the viola results in a slightly lighter texture. The trio’s smaller size can lead to more intimate and transparent performances, where each instrument’s contribution is distinctly heard.
String Duo: A string duo can be formed by pairing any two string instruments, such as violin and viola or violin and cello. The duo format offers limited possibilities for intricate harmonies compared to quartets or trios, making it more suitable for simpler classical music and not recommended for modern popular music. Despite its simplicity, a string duo can still create a pleasing and resonant sound, especially for small gatherings and intimate spaces.
Solo Violin or Cello: In a solo setting, a single violin or cello bears the sole responsibility for the melody without the support of accompanying harmonies, resulting in a potentially more stripped-down sound compared to ensemble performances. However, despite the absence of harmonies, a skilled soloist can still captivate audiences through their technical expertise and emotionally expressive interpretations. The solo option is particularly well-suited for classical music compositions like J.S. Bach’s Six Solo Suites for cello and the 6 Sonatas and Partitas for violin, where the virtuosity and individualistic nature of the instrument can shine through in showcasing the intricate beauty and depth of these solo works.
In conclusion, while a string quartet is considered the optimal choice for an unforgettable experience, we also provide alternative options to accommodate clients on a budget or for venues with space limitations.
A string quartet requires a performance space of approximately 2.5m x 2.5m. If space is limited, a string trio can be offered, which requires a smaller area of 2m x 2m. For even more restricted spaces, a string duo can be arranged, needing only 1.5m x 1.5m. Lastly, a solo performance by a violinist or cellist requires the smallest area of 1.5m x 1m.
These options allow us to adapt to various situations while still delivering exceptional musical experiences.
Our Clients
Our Clients
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 Competition
