Elegant Live Wedding Music for Ceremonies & Celebrations
Emotionally Rich Classical Strings, Jazz Ensembles & Modern Arrangements
for Weddings Across the Great Southern
Imagine the soft swell of strings as you walk down the aisle
Surrounded by the people you love the most. Dappled sunlight falling across your face. A quiet sense of anticipation in the air as the music carries you through one of the most meaningful moments of your life.
From intimate ceremonies and elopements, to joyful champagne-filled receptions, we create elegant live wedding music designed to make your celebration feel timeless, romantic and unforgettable.
Because the right music changes how a wedding feels
Music shapes the atmosphere of a wedding in ways people never forget; the emotion as you enter the ceremony space, the laughter and movement of a vibrant cocktail hour, the quiet tears, the feeling of being completely present in the moment.
At Great Southern Ensemble, we thoughtfully guide you through every part of the process, helping you choose the perfect ensemble, musical style and ceremony pieces to create a celebration that feels deeply personal, beautifully curated and unmistakably yours.
Wedding Music
Packages & Live Ensembles
From Aisle to Reception
$3,500
Featuring:
Violin & Guitar Duo
+ Jazz Trio
Our complete wedding music experience; thoughtfully curated live music accompanying your celebration from the first guest arrival through to the evening festivities.
Includes:
𝄡 Pre-ceremony music
𝄡 Personalised ceremony soundtrack
𝄡 Custom arrangements
𝄡 Ceremony entertainment
𝄡 Cocktail hour music
𝄡 Dinner music into the evening
String Quartet Ceremony + Cocktail
$2,500
Featuring:
String Quartet
Elegant and immersive live music with the richness and emotion of a full classical string quartet.
Includes:
𝄡 Pre-ceremony music
𝄡 Personalised ceremony soundtrack
𝄡 Custom arrangements
𝄡 Ceremony performance
𝄡 Cocktail hour music
Duo
Ceremony + Cocktail
$1,500
Featuring:
Duo of Your Choice
An intimate, romantic atmosphere that carries seamlessly from ceremony to celebration.
Includes:
𝄡 Pre-ceremony music
𝄡 Personalised ceremony soundtrack
𝄡 Custom arrangements
𝄡 Ceremony performance
𝄡 Cocktail hour music
Choose Your Duo
𝄡 Violin & Harp
𝄡 Violin & Guitar
𝄡 Violin & Piano
𝄡 Violin & Cello
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Download Our Wedding Guide & Curated Song Selections
Download Our Wedding Guide & Curated Song Selections
Travel Across the Great Southern
Great Southern Ensemble performs throughout Albany, Denmark, Esperance, Bremer Bay and the wider Great Southern region. Travel fees may apply for weddings outside the local area and will be discussed during the booking process.
And yes… the cello usually insists on riding shotgun.
Custom Ensembles & Tailored Wedding Music
Looking for something a little more bespoke?
We can thoughtfully curate custom ensembles, musical styles and arrangements to suit your wedding vision, venue and atmosphere; from intimate elopements to large-scale celebrations.
Whether you’re dreaming of romantic classical strings, soulful jazz, modern acoustic arrangements or something entirely unique, we’d love to create a live music experience that feels beautifully personal to you.
Our Process
Your Wedding Music, Thoughtfully Curated
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You Enquire
Share your wedding vision, musical tastes and the kind of atmosphere you’d love to create. From romantic ceremony strings to vibrant cocktail hour jazz, we’ll guide you through the possibilities with warmth and ease.
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We Curate
We thoughtfully curate the perfect ensemble, repertoire and musical flow for your wedding; tailored to your vision, venue and the moments that matter most throughout the day.
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Relax and soak in every moment while our musicians bring elegance, emotion and effortless atmosphere to your wedding; creating a celebration that feels deeply personal and unforgettable.
We Perform
Love Notes
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“Having ASQ perform was without a doubt one of the highlights of our wedding day. They created such a magical atmosphere and brought so much elegance to the day.
Nothing compares to live music, and the talented ladies of GSE were truly incredible.
On our wedding day, the rain arrived, but the ladies were so accommodating and gracious, relocating under the verandah at the gardens of Bullimah so our guests could still enjoy the beautiful sound of their string instruments. “
-Rebecca & Jordaan
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“It truly meant so much to us to have the Albany String Quartet there, and we are so grateful for the beautiful atmosphere you created.
The ceremony music was absolutely seamless and added such a special, elegant touch to the day.
We have heard so many wonderful things from our guests about how stunning it was.
It means a lot to us to know that such beautiful music was part of our celebration, and we’re so thankful.“
-Ryan and Zosia
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“Great Southern Ensemble created the most magical atmosphere for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour!
Their music is cinematic and vibrant, and added so much emotion to our day.
They were absolutely wonderful at helping us with suggestions, but also so accommodating with any special requests! We were also blown away by the sneak peak rehearsal recordings they sent us to make sure everything was perfect for the day!”
-Keely & Nafiz
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“I’m so glad we decided to have the string quartet at our wedding. It set such a special tone for the day and many guests commented on how nice it was.
The group played magnificently; it was such a delight to listen to.
They were fantastic to deal with — communication throughout the whole planning stage was great, and they were extremely accommodating, even learning new songs, both classical and modern, upon request.
I would highly recommend them to others without hesitation.”
-Paddy & Milly
Download Our Wedding Guide & Curated Song Selections
Download Our Wedding Guide & Curated Song Selections
A Small Taste of Our Wedding Repertoire
From timeless classical pieces to Bridgerton-inspired strings, modern love songs, Irish Fiddle, and sophisticated jazz standards, our repertoire is thoughtfully curated to suit the atmosphere and emotion of your wedding day.
Classical Romance
Canon in D
Clair de Lune
Ave Maria
Modern Romance
A Thousand Years
Can’t Help Falling in Love
Turning Page
Jazz & Cocktail Hour
Fly Me to the Moon
La Vie En Rose
Autumn Leaves
World-Class Musicians for Life’s Most Meaningful Moments
At Great Southern Ensemble, we believe wedding music should feel more than simply beautiful; it should feel deeply connected to the atmosphere, emotion and rhythm of your day.
Born from the Albany String Quartet and shaped by the rich musical culture of the Great Southern, our ensemble brings together internationally trained musicians, respected members of the Albany Chamber Orchestra, composers, educators and performers with a lifetime devoted to their craft.
But beyond the performances, rehearsals and concert halls, they’re also genuinely down-to-earth people who love gathering together to create beautiful music; often over long conversations, shared meals and a glass of local wine.
With exceptional artistry, refined musical taste and an intuitive understanding of atmosphere, we create live wedding music that feels elegant, emotionally rich and effortlessly woven into the most meaningful moments of your celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, Great Southern Ensemble performs throughout Albany, Denmark, Esperance, Bremer Bay and the wider Great Southern region. Travel fees may apply for weddings outside the local area. And yes… the cello usually insists on riding shotgun.
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Absolutely. We thoughtfully guide couples through the entire process; from aisle songs and signing music to cocktail hour atmosphere and reception flow. Whether you already have songs in mind or don’t know where to begin, we’ll help curate something that feels beautifully personal to you.
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Yes. Alongside classical repertoire and jazz standards, we love performing elegant modern arrangements for weddings. If there’s a meaningful song you’d love included in your ceremony or celebration, we’ll always do our best to accommodate special requests.
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We do... and we absolutely love it. Romantic string arrangements inspired by Bridgerton and other modern classical styles are some of our most requested pieces for wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours.
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This depends on the atmosphere you’d love to create, your venue and guest count. Intimate ceremonies may suit a violin and harp duo beautifully, while larger celebrations often benefit from the richness and presence of a full string quartet or jazz ensemble. We’re always happy to guide you.
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Yes. Many couples choose to continue live music throughout cocktail hour, dinner and evening celebrations to create a seamless atmosphere across the entire wedding day.
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We understand how important flexibility is on a wedding day. We simply require suitable cover and protection for both musicians and instruments in the event of wet weather or heat.
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Our musicians dress elegantly and professionally to complement the style and atmosphere of your wedding. Our standard attire is elegant black formalwear. Attire can also be tailored to suit more formal, relaxed or themed celebrations.
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Absolutely. Every wedding is unique, and we’re always happy to curate custom ensembles, musical styles and performance timings to suit your vision and celebration.
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We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for peak wedding season dates across the Great Southern. Popular dates can book out well in advance.
WEDDING GUIDE DOWNLOAD
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WEDDING GUIDE DOWNLOAD 𝄞
The Right Music Changes Everything
Your wedding music shapes far more than the soundtrack to your day; it shapes the feeling in the room, the emotion of the aisle moment, the atmosphere your guests carry home with them long after the celebration ends.
Our Wedding & Pricing Guide has been thoughtfully created to help you imagine what’s possible; featuring curated ceremony playlists, ensemble inspiration, modern arrangement ideas and guidance for creating a wedding that feels elegant, emotional and deeply personal.
Whether you already know exactly what you want, or you’re still discovering the feeling you’re trying to create, this is the perfect place to begin.
