String Quartet London (MN) - ID514
Styles String Quartets
Counties Bedfordshire • Buckinghamshire • Cambridgeshire • East Sussex • Essex • Greater London • Hampshire • Hertfordshire • Kent • Northamptonshire • Surrey • West Sussex
Biography
The members of this quartet met while studying at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. The drive behind forming the group was to create an ensemble to span all musical genres, from Classics to Jazz standards, Popsongs, to the hits from the West end. With one of their members, Rustom, being a successful composer and arranger, they can provide string quartet versions of any pieces you may request which are not in the published repertoire. With this diverse musical facility they can add a unique atmosphere to your wedding, party or dinner.
The work under taken by the String Quartet and its members is vast. They have provided music for the Queen at her Jubilee celebrations, opening of the Millennium Bridge over the Thames, City of London Festival and many private parties, Jersey Tourist Board, weddings and dinner functions.
The members of the quartet have a wealth of experience in many diverse musical genres. The members have all played with the very best of the British Orchestras- London Philharmonic Orchestra, Philharmonia Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and the BBC Concert Orchestra to name just a few. Regular television and Radio appearances include: Strictly Come Dancing, Richard and Judy, Top of the Pops, CD UK, MTV, Brit Awards, MOBO Awards, Proms in the Park, Record of the Year. Their Classical Pop and commercial work includes working with artists and bands such as: Robbie Williams, Nigel Kennedy, Russell Watson, McFly, Pet Shop Boys, Jose Carreras, Meat Loaf, Kanye West and Gareth Gates.
The quartet is also available for corporate functions, private parties and engagements. Through their choice of music and attire they can create a unique style and atmosphere for your individual event.
At your request they can provide music, which complements the style of your occasion. Their more traditional background music can create an elegant quality and they can also take a more central role of entertainment at the event. They are sure that their vast range of repertoire will accommodate your wishes.
Past Events include:
Opening of the ExCel Centre, Docklands
Opening of the Millenium Bridge, London
City law firm Christmas parties, dinners & award ceremonies
Westminster University Graduation Ceremonies
The quartet can provide you with a few solo items during your event that may have particular significance to you or your proceedings.
Your own wishes for your event can be discussed so please do not hesitate to contact us.
SAMPLE REPERTOIRE
Classics
The Lark Quartet - Haydn
Ave Verum Corpus - Mozart
The Barber of Seville - Rossini
The Blue Danube - Strauss
Viennese Blood - Strauss
O Sole Mio - Capua
Radetsky March - Strauss
Christmas Concerto - Corelli
Orchestral Suite - Bach
Air on the G string - Bach
Flower Duet from 'Lakme' - Delibes
Gymnopedie - Satie
Three Little Maids from Mikado - Gilbert and Sullivan
Humoresque - Dvorak
Hallelulia Chorus - Handel
Arrival of the Queen of Sheba - Handel
The Girl with the Flaxen Hair - Debussy
Ave Maria - Gounod
Ave Maria - Schubert
Adagio - Albinoni
Wedding March - Mendelssohn
Canon - Pachelbel
Divertimento in D - Mozart
Concerto for 2 violins (mvt.1) - J.S.Bach
Divertimento in D - Mozart
'Winter' from Four Seasons (mvt. 2) - Vivaldi
Liebesleid - Kreisler
Schoen Rosmarin - Kreisler
Caprice Viennoise - Kre

WHY BOOK WITH THE AGENCY?
- Founder, Geoff Robb is a full time guitarist with over 15 years professional experience and is extremely knowledgeable about both the industry and the artists he represents.
- All our acts are hand picked from the very best musicians available in the UK
- Competitive quotes
- We provide a high level of customer service and are always available to answer your questions