Ovation String Quartet

Minneapolis, MN

$175 and up

Travels up to 90 miles

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Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen

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Overview

There are many great string quartets to consider. So, what makes Ovation unique?

* We provide personalized service and are there for you at every step along the way.

*Special Requests! If you have a song in mind and it’s not already on our list, we will create a special arrangement at no extra cost (up to 2 per event).

*Huge repertoire list! We are very versatile and play everything from Bach to Prince.

*Live Performances! There are often opportunities for you to hear us live at coffee shops and restaurants.

Each member of Ovation has at least one degree in music, and we are dedicated to making every performance memorable.

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Reviews

11 reviews

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Megan R.

January 27, 2025
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A corporate success

Ovation String Quartet was able to customize based on our budget and we are so glad we booked the Ovation String Trio. The trio played contemporary pop and provided a great first impression for our Annual Awards Party for our employees. We received so many great compliments for the atmosphere the trio created. From a communication standpoint, they were prompt and had good follow up. They arrived on time and were professional. We would definitely book them again.

Hired as: String Trio


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Abby R.

July 6, 2022
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Beautiful Ambiance

Laurie was very responsive to us during the planning process and shared a helpful document that aided in our ceremony music plans. We loved having the string trio perform for our ceremony and cocktail hour! Highly recommend, especially for outdoor events.

Hired as: String Trio


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Jess K.

June 20, 2022
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Great String Quartet!

They were perfect and everyone enjoyed having them perform.

Hired as: String Quartet


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Abigail H.

May 4, 2022
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Wonderful addition to our event!

Ovation was a wonderful addition to our fundraising event! Logistically they were a breeze to work with and our guests loved them.

Hired as: String Quartet

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Ovation String Quartet

Thank you, Abigail. You were a pleasure to work with and a superb host at the event. All the best to you!


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Mariah K.

January 2, 2022
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Great job!

We hired Ovation String Trio for our wedding. They provided beautiful music for the ceremony. It was incredible and our guests were very impressed!

Hired as: String Trio

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Booking information

Price range: $175 and up

What to expect

At the event, we will arrive early, with plenty of time to be relaxed and ready to play. Upon arrival, I will meet and touch base with the officiant and/or coordinator, making sure that the details and cues are clear and understood by everyone. We dress and act professionally, and our goal is for everything to run smoothly and seamlessly. Our repertoire is extensive, but I also accommodate special requests. I love to arrange music for the string quartet, and because I am trained as both a classical and jazz/rock player, I have the skills to create interesting and appealing arrangements.

About

I have received two degrees in music - a Bachelors degree from Northwestern University and a Masters degree from DePaul University. Additionally, I studied jazz violin and play with a swing combo, and a contemporary church band. If you would like to hear me play live, I have regular ongoing opportunities at church services and venues where I perform. The other members of the quartet are also well-trained musicians, and we collectively have several degrees in music. Ovation String Quartet has been playing since the 90's, and has performed for hundreds of weddings.

Past booked events

July 2025

19

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Minneapolis, MN

January 2025

24

Friday

Corporate Event

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Minneapolis, MN

July 2023

01

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 8:00pm

St Paul, MN

May 2023

07

Sunday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 10:00pm

St Paul, MN

October 2022

01

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Marine On St Croix, MN

July 2022

02

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Chisago City, MN

June 2022

17

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:30pm

Minneapolis, MN

April 2022

23

Saturday

Fundraiser

4:30pm - 7:00pm

Minneapolis, MN

January 2022

01

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 5:30pm

Mayer, MN

August 2021

27

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Minneapolis, MN

January 2020

18

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Edina, MN

June 2019

29

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 1:30pm

St Paul, MN

July 2017

08

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Bloomington, MN

July 2016

16

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 6:00pm

Fridley, MN

June 2016

26

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Stillwater, MN

December 2015

21

Monday

Holiday Party (Christmas)

1:00pm - 1:30pm

Chaska, MN

October 2015

31

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:30pm - 6:15pm

Minneapolis, MN

September 2015

12

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

10:30am - 2:30pm

Plymouth, MN

September 2014

06

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 10:30pm

Minneapolis, MN

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