Arco String Quartet, Whitley Bay

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String instrument versions of your favourite pop, film/TV & classical music to make your day unique. Disney, Oasis, Coldplay, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Greatest Showman, Muse, Lord of the Rings, Elvis, Beatles, Bridgerton, Jurassic Park and more. Get in touch or check out our profile to find out more about what we offer.
Arco String Quartet, Whitley Bay Pricing & Costs
From £270
Our prices are calculated based on how long you would like us to play for, and whether you choose the String Duo (two musicians) or String Quartet (four musicians). Check out our packages for our most popular options, or just get in touch if you're after something different. We're happy to play for any part of your wedding celebrations.
Typical set
From
£450
Our silver package: live music for your wedding ceremony and drinks reception from either our string duo or quartet. Enjoy live string versions of your favourite music.
What's included
15 minutes of live background music while your guests are seated and wait for the big entrance (30 minutes for church ceremonies)
Your special music for your entrance and exit and while you sign the marriage schedule
One new arrangement if your perfect song isn’t on our music list yet
Free travel to venues within a 20 miles radius (supplement payable for venues further afield)
Live background music for you and your guests during your drinks reception
Musicians available for 2.5 hours in total (3 hours for church ceremonies)
Bronze package
From
£270
Our bronze package: live music for your wedding ceremony. Enjoy live string versions of your favourite music from either our string duo or quartet. Or get in touch if you require something different.
Silver package
From
£450
Our silver package: live music for your wedding ceremony and drinks reception. Enjoy live string versions of your favourite music. Or get in touch if you require something different.
Gold package
From
£690
Our bronze package: live music for your wedding ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast. Enjoy live string versions of your favourite music.Or get in touch if you require something different.
Arco String Quartet, Whitley Bay Details

Learn New Songs
Take Requests

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Ensemble / Group

Primary Instrument(s)

Violin
Strings

Style of Music

Reception Music
Acoustic
Classical
Drinks / Cocktails Music
Pop / Rock
Jazz
Ceremony Music
Arco String Quartet, Whitley Bay Full Description

Arco String Quartet offers pop, classical, film music, Bollywood, and jazz to give you the music you love. Their service is professional from start to finish, with great music and great service rolled into one. The quartet brings together many years' experience and high musical standards to form a vibrant music group that will help create the special atmosphere for your big day. Arco can provide music as your guests arrive and during the ceremony to create a special and relaxed atmosphere. After the ceremony they can move with you to your reception to entertain you and your guests with a mixture of music picked by you. They have many well-known pieces such as Wildest Dreams from Bridgerton, Concerning Hobbits from Lord of the Rings, and music by artists such as Harry Styles, Abba, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran and many more. Arco are flexible and adaptable and they like to tailor their music to suit you and your guests and give you exactly what you want on your big day. Arco also offer a duo for smaller spaces and tighter budgets.

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Name of Wedding Contact: Dawn
Welcome to Arco String Quartet! Have a look at our profile and website to see what we can do for you for your big day. If you'd like more information or a personalised quote then just get in touch.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2007
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4
Reviews
(83)
(79)
Rebecca and David
Happy couple married in October
November 2025
The best decision I made

Booking Arco String Duo was the best decision I made for our wedding. We initially booked the String duo for our ceremony but I decided to extend the booking to our drinks reception and I am so glad I did. I had great communication via email. They really cater to your individual day. The vibes from their live music were magical. All of our guests complimented their performance and I couldn't have imagined the day without them there.

Abbie and David
Happy couple married in August
October 2025
Memories we'll treasure forever

We had the absolute pleasure of having Arco play at our wedding, and they were nothing short of incredible. From the moment the first note began, they set the most beautiful atmosphere and created memories we’ll treasure forever. Their music was heartfelt, and perfectly tailored to our ceremony. Guests were constantly complimenting how stunning they sounded, and it truly elevated the whole experience. They were also a joy to work with – professional, friendly, and attentive to all our requests.

Becky and Jordan
Happy couple married in August
October 2025
Just perfect

I didn’t get a moment to speak to you at the wedding but thank you so much, it was just perfect. All the guests complimented the songs and I was really impressed with the breadth of choice you have. It was just flawless and I especially loved Watermelon Sugar and Waterloo Sunset.

Ben and Annabelle
Happy couple married in July
September 2025
Guests loved how fun the quartet was

Thank you so much for your attendance on the day. You were all so good! We had so many people coming to us saying how impressive and fun the quartet was. I was particularly thrilled with Thunderstruck!! The whole experience was absolutely fantastic from booking, sorting details, to the actual day. Thank you all so much for helping make our day so special!

Leanne and Andrew
Happy couple married in June
September 2025
100% recommend

The supplier we didn’t know we needed. Truly grateful we found Arco at a Wedding Fair. From first meeting them to booking to playing on the day it was an easy process and one I’d do again in a heartbeat. We decided to have them for our ceremony music and to cover our meal as well and it just flowed right with our day. We chose songs mainly from there movies/tv shows section and our guests loved it as much as we did! I’d 100% recommend booking Arco.

Daniel and Lauren
Happy couple married in April
April 2025
We loved it

Arco played a mix of film, classical and modern music for us and set the scene so well for the day. My wife and I probably didn't get to experience all of what they played. We were carried away with the emotion the ceremony, having photos taken or mingling with our guests. But we loved what we did hear. The highlight for me was Concerning Hobbits which was the first track they played. Our guests were full of praise and some said they wished they had a string quartet at their wedding.

Bryony and Poppy
Happy couple married in February
March 2025
The most magical day

Thank you so much for Saturday. We had the most magical day, and walking out to hear Arco playing was one of my favourite parts. The arrangements of The Story and She’s a Rainbow were perfect. Several people told me how much they enjoyed the music.

Sophie and Phil
Happy couple married in October
November 2024
Made our day special

We want to send a huge thank you to all of the quartet who played for our wedding. It definitely made our day special hearing the music we love performed live throughout the day, it was exactly how we had imagined our day and the music was not only amazing but so well timed, especially with an owl involved. Also, a huge thank you for learning "river flows in you" for me to walk down the aisle to. All our guests have mentioned how fantastic the music was and how they loved recognising the songs.

Lauren and Jordan
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
Added that special touch

Thank you so much for playing at our wedding, all of our guests have said how brilliant you were and how it added that special touch to our day! My partner himself wasn’t overly excited about it but said at the end of the day it was the best money we spent. I’ll recommend you to all friends and family that are getting married in the future for sure!

Georgia and Ryan
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
It was magical!

Just wanted to say thank you ever so much for playing at our special day! I’ve always dreamed of having a string quartet play at my wedding ever since I first heard Canon in D in my teens, and my dream came true! You were absolutely fabulous and the guests loved listening to the wonderful music. It was magical! Thank you for learning Give Me Everything, we have heard it so much since the big day and it will always remind us of our wedding. A truly special song.

Arco String Quartet, Whitley Bay Location & Contact Details
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Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom
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What is your most memorable wedding?

There are a lot of contenders, including a Beauty and the Beast themed wedding and a beautiful snowy wedding in Northumberland, but for me the most memorable is playing on HMS Trincomalee in Hartlepool. It's the oldest warship still afloat anywhere in the world, which is pretty special. It's not without its challenges - low ceilings, steep stairways, and a chilly wind at times - but they're more than made up for by the feeling of the ship and the uniqueness of the venue.

What about your business are you most proud of?

We have won many awards over the years, including the North of England Wedding Award for Outstanding Customer Service. The Award is voted for by couple's who've used your service, so it was a real testament to our service that we were voted the winners.

What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Take it slow - don't feel you have to rush through everything as soon as you're engaged. Take your time and organise things one step at a time.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

One couple had their dog carry the rings down the aisle in a pouch on his collar. It was clearly so special to them as the dog was a real part of their family.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

When couples contact us we send more information about our service, the cost, the music we play, etc. You then have chance to ask any questions, talk to us about your timings and so on. Once you're happy that you want to go ahead you complete our booking form and pay a deposit to book us. We send a confirmation email to confirm the booking. Later on, we get in touch with you about 6 - 8 weeks before the wedding to confirm your music choices. You're welcome to sort those out with us earlier though if you're really organised!

What makes a romantic first dance?

Something that is special to the couple themselves. It doesn't matter what song it is - if it means something to you it's the right song.

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