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Since 2001, the musicians of Charleston Elite have been performing and curating live music for weddings in Charleston. Charleston Elite is home to the premier symphonic musicians of Charleston, SC, who are available to perform for your wedding, reception, and dinner. With 20+ years of wedding experience in Charleston, these stand-out ensembles have what no other company in the Charleston area: direct access to the premier Symphony musicians in Charleston + FULL-SERVICE music planning for your wedding.
The talented musicians of Charleston Elite perform regularly with the Charleston Symphony, Candlelight Concerts, Hilton Head Symphony and Savannah Philharmonic. And they love playing weddings!
Charleston Elite's most popular package is our String Quartet for 2 hours - think Bridgerton and Candlelights!
Their expertise is Classical and Modern repertoire (including the entire Bridgerton soundtracks!) & their extensive array of instruments/groups will bring your event to life. Strings, flute, brass, voice, piano, mandolin, jazz trios and more!
Their list of songs is consistently being updated and is composed of everything from classical to modern music. Some examples of what is on offer include pop music, tunes from TV and film, folk music, Jewish songs, Celtic arrangements, and more. This group always aims to bring the utmost sophistication and expertise to the ambiance of your day with musical grace and elegance.
From your ceremony to your reception, they can provide musical entertainment that will have your guests up and on the dance floor. Their dedicated musical arrangers will create a setlist that meets your exact specifications. They can also ensure that the band learns any new songs that you would like played. Let these musicians make your wedding day one to remember!
Based near Charleston, SC, Charleston Elite Musicians offers premier wedding ensembles.
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Instruments
Cello
Flute
Guitar
Piano
Saxophone
Trumpet
Viola
Violin
Vocals
Music Genres
Bluegrass
Celtic
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Jazz
Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
Music Services
Live Music
Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Rehearsal Dinner
Welcome Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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Sadie Rose Nichols
Owner + Lead Event Planner
Greetings & congratulations! My name is Sadie & I play the viola. I've been playing since I was 3 as I come from a very musical family (mom-fiddle/banjo, dad-tenor, siblings-strings). I moved to Charleston in 2001 to join the Charleston Symphony. Shortly thereafter, I started playing weddings in this gorgeous town. I instantly loved playing weddings! I've played over 1000 weddings since (that's a lot!) & I must say, I still get choked up. I absolutely LOVE being a part of couples' special day. Charleston Elite is born of this gratitude, joy & passion. I can't wait to meet you & start planning!
Brandon Nichols
Principal Horn, Charleston Symphony and Manager of CEM
Husband-and-wife team Brandon and Sadie will make your wedding dreams come true. Brandon and Sadie are both members of the Charleston Symphony and have been playing music in Charleston for over 30 years. Your music will be perfect, we guarantee :)
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Charleston Elite Musicians, particularly Sadie and her string trio, received overwhelmingly positive feedback for their performances at various weddings and events. Reviewers praised their exceptional talent, professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to customize music selections to create a magical and unforgettable atmosphere. The team's attention to detail, punctuality, and seamless coordination with other vendors were highlighted, making them highly recommended for those seeking live music for ceremonies and cocktail hours. Additionally, the musicians' adaptability and willingness to accommodate specific song requests were well-received, adding a personalized touch to each event.
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Alexandria A
5.0
1/28/2025
We hired a string quartet from Charleston Elite for my wedding and they did such a beautiful job!! Would definitely recommend them :)
Caroline M
5.0
12/06/2024
AMAZING!!! Such talented musicians. SO easy to work with, great communication and very fairly priced.
Highly recommend
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Sarah W
5.0
10/24/2024
Sadie was great! She communicated effectively and literally can play anything and everything. She went above and beyond by setting up wireless audio for us for our officiant and readings during our ceremony, one less thing we had to worry about. Everyone complimented how beautiful and calming her and the harpist (who was also phenomenal) were during prelude, ceremony and cocktail hour. If you’re looking for live music, choose her!
Courtney H
5.0
6/13/2024
Sadie and Christian did a phenomenal job playing the violin during our wedding weekend! There is no doubt they are masters at their craft. We enjoyed working with both of them and they were so accommodating to song selections. If you're looking for that one thing that will set the tone and add a nice touch to your event, then look no further!
Savannah C
5.0
5/20/2024
We went through Charleston Elite Musicians for our wedding ceremony music this spring, and it was absolutely perfect! We did a violin, cello, and piano trio - the music was amazing, and we were able to choose pretty much any song you could think of. Such a beautiful part of our day. Would definitely recommend for any live music needs!
Jen&Brett H
5.0
4/24/2024
We had the pleasure of Charleston Elite Musicians string trio performing at our wedding, and Sadie and her team exceeded all expectations. From the very start, Sadie was so kind, accommodating and easy to work with. She was incredibly responsive and knowledgeable. Her communication throughout the entire process was outstanding. She made the planning process a breeze, listening attentively to our song preferences and offering valuable suggestions to tailor the music to our vision. She was able to work with any requests we had and was incredibly helpful taking initiative with music suggestions.
Their performance during the ceremony was nothing short of spectacular. The music was beautifully played, and they even personalized a version of "Can't Help Falling" for us, which added a special touch. Their talent and attention to detail truly made our day unforgettable. The trio was able to play through unanticipated distractions, such as planes flying loudly overhead, and handled it with the utmost professionalism. Not only were they musically exceptional, but Sadie and her team were punctual and set up in plenty of time before guests started to arrive.
Charleston Elite Musicians added a modern elegance to our wedding that we had hoped for, and we couldn't be happier with their service. They are without a doubt deserving of 5+ stars. Thank you, Sadie and the team, for making our day truly magical!
Jenny P
5.0
2/25/2024
Sadie and the other musicians an amazing job of tailoring the music selection to exactly what we wanted. It was a wonderful blend of classic and contemporary that made the transition from ceremony and cocktail hour fun and seamless. She also took the time to put together an original composition of a song that was meaningful to us for the groom's walk down the aisle. We will remember it forever. We truly can't say enough kind things about them.
Rae P
5.0
12/29/2023
Charleston Elite was perfect for our ceremony & cocktail hour. We couldn’t have been more pleased! Sadie’s trio was so good! In addition to their outstanding talent, they were professional, personable, communicative and one of the nicer vendors we hired. 5+ stars! Thank you Charleston Elite Musicians 💕
Anne S
5.0
12/20/2023
We hired the string trio for our daughter’s wedding and reception. The music was stunning, perfect & added the modern elegance we were hoping for. The communication with Charleston Elite throughout the entire process was easy and very prompt. I would give more stars if I could. Recommended!
Summer R
5.0
12/19/2023
We could not have been happier with our choice of music vendor - Sadie and her string quartet were amazing for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. We had constant communication with Sadie-she answered every question promptly, was easy to work with and had a massive songlist to choose from. Her team was professional, timely and so talented. Thank you Charleston Elite! Highly recommend!!
Isabella C
5.0
10/09/2023
We couldn’t be happier with the string trio we had at our ceremony. They did a wonderful job covering pop hits during the prelude and our song requests during the precessional and recessional. I had constant communication with Sadie from booking to submitting our song requests and payment. I would recommend Charleston Elite Musicians to all.
Mary Ellen E
5.0
5/25/2023
I would give more stars if I could! Sadie was so kind, accommodating and easy to work with. She was able to work with any request I had and was incredibly helpful taking initiative with music suggestions, responding to other vendors, and just making the process simple. Our ceremony music was so beautiful and she somehow rushed from our ceremony venue to our reception venue for cocktail hour music where she made it before our guests arrived! There's just something different about working with vendors who genuinely care.. and Sadie is absolutely one of them. I could not recommend Charleston Elite Musicians more!
Halsey L
5.0
5/22/2023
We got married on 4/21/23 and used Charleston Elite Musicians for our ceremony. Sadie was so wonderful to work with and made all our our musical request dreams come true! She was able to take my husband's obscure song request and make it happen for him with two of her other musicians. Our guests loved this aspect of our wedding and we couldn't be happier with Charleston Elite Musicians!
Thomas H
5.0
5/19/2023
Sadie & her team did an amazing job all around for my daughter’s wedding & reception. Charleston Elite was extremely professional and sounded incredible. DJ’s and amplified bands have their place, but for the vibe we were hoping to achieve this was absolutely perfect. Thank you for helping make her day truly magical. I could not be more pleased.
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Alena P
5.0
9/05/2022
I hired Sadie Rose (violin) and Kim Perkins (harp) for our 85th birthday celebration. They both were punctual, arrived in plenty of time. Both were charming, accommodating and very professional.
They both understood the time constrain, so within 2 weeks prior the event they managed to come up with the program for Mozart lover and performed flawlessly. (Even they did not know each other prior the event!) Everyone at the birthday party were impressed and very complementary!
I am extremely grateful to Sadie and Kim of them for making 85th birthday very special and memorable!
Tricia H
5.0
6/17/2022
Elite Musicians were extraordinary and so easy to work/plan with. I got so many compliments from my family and friends about the music at our wedding! I cannot recommend them enough - Sadie and her string quartet were perfect, we couldn’t have been more pleased. Thank you so much!
response07/06/2022
Thank you, Tricia! We were so happy to play for your wedding - it was our pleasure!
Jan E
5.0
6/17/2022
The music from Charleston Elite Musicians was absolutely fabulous. I highly recommend the string quartet! It was truly better than we had imagined. We had a specific song arranged and it was perfect. Charleston Elite helped guide us through planning our music from the first phone call to the day-of and were very accommodating - we are so happy to have found them! It was truly a highlight of our day. Recommend!
Nicole C
5.0
6/15/2022
The musicians for my daughter's wedding were perfect! They played both the wedding and cocktail hour and we received so many compliments. Even though they provided us with a large selection of music to choose from, they were also willing and happy to learn our daughter's special song for the processional. They were a joy to work with!
response07/06/2022
Thank you so much, Nicole! It was such a joy to meet Macy and be a part of her beautiful w...
edding day! What a joy and honor it was :).
Anne B
5.0
6/15/2022
Awesome! Charleston Elite Musicians are so easy to work with and my wedding music was just gorgeous. I was worried about picking the same old stuff, but Sadie helped me choose beautiful and interesting pieces. The process was so easy and enjoyable and I’d work with them again, for sure!
Amanda P
5.0
6/15/2022
Charleston Elite Musicians did an amazing job at my wedding! Sadie is so talented and easy to work with. Thank you for everything!!
response07/06/2022
Thank you Mandy! It was such a special day and we were honored to be a part of it :).
Molly H
5.0
6/15/2022
Beautiful music for our ceremony. Charleston Elite Musicians were professional and easy to work with. The music was outstanding.
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