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Cherrywood String Ensembles is the perfect match for your wedding day celebration, adding a touch of beauty and elegance to your special day.
We offer a variety of instrumental ensembles and carry a large repertoire for your selection.
We offer string quartets, string trios, string duets, string solos
with
Brass Ensembles, Woodwind Ensembles,
and
Piano, Organ, Voice, Guitar, Harp solos and percussion.
Our repertoire contains over 1400 selections, including classical, broadway, pop, jazz, movie, rock, and more.
If there is a selection we currently do not have, we will find it and arrange it for you. We have an arranger on staff.
Our musicians are the top musicians in central and southeastern PA, performing with local symphonies and holding degrees from prestigious music schools.
We also offer electric instruments and amplification.
We have performed at over 1000 events to great success from Musikfest in Bethlehem to weddings to corporate events. As an annual weddingwire and Knot winner, we provide fantastic quality service prior to and during the event.
We travel all over southeastern and central Pennsylvania, in addition to New Jersey and Delaware.
Limited spots remaining for 2026. Now booking for 2027/2028. We recommend booking 12-16 months in advance for busy dates. Check out our website for member bios, video, audio and other reviews. Contact us today!!
18+ years in business
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Instruments
Accordion
Bagpipes
Banjo
Bass
Bugle
Cello
Fiddle
Flute
French Horn
Guitar
Harmonica
Harp
Keyboard
Mandolin
Organ
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Steel Drum
Trombone
Trumpet
Ukulele
Viola
Violin
Vocals
Music Genres
African
Arabic
Bluegrass
Bollywood
Caribbean
Celtic
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
EDM
Flamenco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Indian
Jazz
Klezmer
Latin
Mariachi
Persian
Polka
Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
Music Services
Live Music
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
Brian
Owner
A 2003 graduate of Pennsylvania State University, Mr. Mishler graduated with highest honors and a B.S. in Music Education and a Cello Performance certificate, while studying with Kim Cook. Mr. Mishler holds a M.M. degree from Northwestern University, where he studied with Paula Kosower, James Kjelland, Robert Hasty, Victor Yampolsky, and Jon Pegis, with an emphasis in Cello Performance and String Pedagogy. Mr. Mishler has also studied with reknown cellist Yumi Kendall, of the Philadelphia Orchestra.
Reviews
4.9
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Cherrywood String Ensembles delivered beautiful, professional live music that elevated ceremonies and cocktail hours. They communicated clearly, accommodated custom song requests, and coordinated smoothly with other vendors. Guests raved about the performances and many praised the value. Highly recommended for weddings.Review photos
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Nicolette P
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5.0
6/15/2025
Cherrywood was easy to work for, had great payment options, great communication, a huge repertoire, very easy song selection, and they were at a perfect price point for our budget....
They have many options for ensembles and packages.
Now, after getting past the obvious questions:
The musicians were so incredible, every one of my guests raved about how talented they were! We had a custom song request that required them to have specific music arranged for me that I was hoping to have play at a very specific time when I walked down the aisle and they followed through perfectly and seamlessly with this, it was completely magical and everything I was hoping for! I highly recommend them for any event, we were totally blown away!!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 06/15/2025
Nicolette-
Thank you so much for allowing us to be part of your AMAZING day. Everything w...
as just gorgeous and we had a great time and appreciated getting to know your guests. Best wishes on a wonderful marriage!
Jackie D
5.0
5/17/2026
We loved having cherrywood ensembles at our wedding! Not only were they professional and had great communication leading up to the wedding, but they sounded amazing and gave a grea...
t experience to our guests. Thank you cherrywood for being a part of our big day!
Any questions?
Vince C
5.0
5/11/2026
Outstanding from the opening note played by the string quartet to the final dance of the night played by the DJ! Brian and crew helped make our daughter’s wedding an experience th...
at will not be forgotten! Everyone had a great evening and no one left without having a wonderful experience.
Amanda G
5.0
10/31/2025
Cherrywood String Ensembles truly made our wedding day feel magical. The music was absolutely beautiful and added the perfect touch to both our ceremony and cocktail hour. Their ra...
nge and repertoire are incredible. Every piece they played was elegant and flawlessly performed. We received so many compliments from our guests about how lovely the music was. Working with them was such a wonderful experience, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. I highly recommend Cherrywood String Ensembles to anyone looking to add something truly special to their event!
Rachel M
5.0
10/15/2025
Cherrywood was a highlight of our wedding! They had a large repertoire, were easy to communicate with, seamless the day of and played beautiful music. Highly recommend!!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 10/15/2025
Thank you so much Rachel! It was a pleasure to work with you. Best wishes from our team!
Ashley W
5.0
9/09/2025
Absolutely fabulous from top to bottom!!
Music was incredible, Brian is so easy to work with and was seamless with set up, songs we wanted played at specific times etc. Would reco...
mmend 100 times over!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 09/13/2025
Thank you Ashley! It was an absolute pleasure to work with you. Everything was gorgeous....
Best wishes!
Rheannon P
5.0
8/02/2025
Cherrywood String Ensembles were the perfect fit for our wedding! We had the string quartet play during our ceremony and it was absolutely wonderful! Their pricing was very reasona...
ble and their quality was exquisite!!! They have a very wide range of music they can do, and you get to pick what songs you want for each part of the ceremony. They were also very accommodating of a special request song that I wanted them to play for my bridesmaids to walk down the aisle to. Finally, Brian was very quick to reply to all my emails and answered all of my questions! I would 100% recommend Cherrywood String Ensembles!!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 08/03/2025
Thank you so much Rheannon!
It was such a pleasure to be part of your big day. We enjoyed...
joining you.
Best wishes!
Gabby S
5.0
7/20/2025
We chose the cello and guitar duet which were the perfect instrumental compliment for what we were looking for.
Cherrywood was overall very professional in handling logistics and ...
when it came to the music performed the list of songs beautifully to make our special day unforgettable!
We chose several songs as guests were being seated and for the processional. We had a variation of classical songs and some Lord of the Rings songs which are perfectly romantic and cheery. The guest loved the live music and we got compliments from our family.
For the cocktail hour we enjoyed listening to several pop songs reimagined on the guitar and cello. Logistic were easy which made it very easy for the bride and groom as cherrywood coordinated with our DJ who provide amps and mics. We were able to have this all figured out over email.
scarlett
5.0
7/05/2025
Cherrywood Ensemble literally made our entire event. Our guests are still raving how this set the entire mood of our event. One of our guests said she felt like she was in an episo...
de of Bridgerton… okay, say no more! We strongly believe every event should have a string quartet and there is no better person to work with than Brian. We couldn’t recommend them enough.
Kelly B
5.0
6/15/2025
Cherrywood String Ensembles is an absolute must for bringing everything to life! Genuinely a dream come true.
Kimberly S
5.0
6/11/2025
We hired Cherrywood Strings for our outdoor wedding. They did a great job! Our guests commented on what a nice touch it was to have live music and had nothing but good things to sa...
y about their performance. Brian Mishler was super easy to work with. He took all of our suggestions into account and accommodated all of our requests. We are nothing but pleased.
Lauryn M
5.0
6/11/2025
Very professional and were amazing. Really made the ceremony perfect.
Jessica D
5.0
1/05/2025
The string quartet at our church wedding was so lovely! Their beautiful, elegant performance added magic to our ceremony. They were professional, coordinated seamlessly, and so man...
y guests commented on how stunning the music was. Brian was so great to work with, and their vast repertoire made choosing our music a breeze. Highly recommend Cherrywood String Ensembles for your wedding!
David F
5.0
12/17/2024
Cherrywood Strings added a touch of magic to our wedding day with their beautiful performance. Their music created a warm and elegant atmosphere during the ceremony. We loved the v...
ariety of music available to choose from their existing repertoire, and they even learned a song that we wanted included just for our day! We can’t thank Cherrywood Strings enough for making our day so special with their talent and professionalism.
Adrianna C
5.0
12/17/2024
Very happy with Cherrywood Ensembles. They are professional, skilled, affordable and have an incredibly broad repertoire. Highly recommend.
Neharika N
5.0
9/25/2024
The team at Cherrywood String Ensembles not only blew my guests away, but they were extremely friendly, accommodating and an overall joy to work with. The music was the perfect add...
ition to our Anniversary party and felt so intentional throughout the event. The team even learnt songs upon our request to incorporate our culture into our day. All in all, Brian, his team and this experience has been nothing but magical.
Faith D
5.0
9/19/2024
100% recommend! Wedding guests are still talking about the beautiful music at the ceremony and cocktail hours that Cherrywood Quartet played. Brian was fantastic to work with and h...
is team were professional and on time.
Neharika N
5.0
8/29/2024
The team at Cherrywood Ensembles went above and beyond to accommodate to our last minute event and worked very intimately with the planners for our celebration to ensure no detail ...
was left out of our vision. The music was so personalized and such a beautiful addition that our guests thoroughly enjoyed. Will definitely be reaching out to the musicians at Cherrywood Ensembles again for our future events!
Dana M
5.0
8/19/2024
The music was beautiful. We had many people complimenting the duets performance. The communication with the owner was always exceptional and friendly.
Great addition to our wed...
ding day!
Sarah G
5.0
8/07/2024
From the very beginning, communication was clear and immediate. That is a good sign! The night before the wedding, my daughter (the Bride) ended up in the ER from 3AM - 6AM. She...
and her fiancé had a "the show must go on" determination and spirit...but her physical problems caused us to be an hour behind schedule. The String Quartet played extra time, were as kind and understanding as could be, and were simply amazing. My sixteen year old son kept saying how incredible they were. I really can't thank them enough for their professionalism, patience, and their quality. Their price was significantly more reasonable than other Quartets but their expertise was off the charts. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 08/07/2024
Hello Sarah and family!
Congratulations on your beautiful wedding! We were so honored to ...
be part of your special day and are so glad you Sarah is ok. We wish you all the best!
Alyssa P
5.0
7/16/2024
Cherrywood provided beautiful music with a string quartet during our ceremony and cocktail hour. My main regret is that due to pictures and bustling my dress, I missed so much of c...
ocktail hour and their performance! We made the last 10 minutes of cocktail hour, and I had my new husband grab us some hors d'oeuvres and we parked ourselves by the musicians to hear the rest of their set. They were incredible, and we have gotten countless compliments about them!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 07/16/2024
Thank you so much Alyssa! It was our pleasure to be a special part of your big day!
Jeff D
5.0
7/11/2024
Great group and very accommodating. Well worth the money
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 07/16/2024
Thank you so much for your warm hospitality on your beautiful day! We really enjoyed bein...
g a part of it!
Jeffrey D
5.0
7/10/2024
They played great, played songs that were special requests, very good service and we were very happy with them!
Zach W
5.0
6/18/2024
They were very professional and responsive throughout our wedding planning. They were excellent musicians and very talented, perfect for our wedding. Our guests loved the live musi...
c during cocktail hour and dinner. They even took music requests! Would highly recommend.
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 06/18/2024
Thank you so much for the kind words Zach! It was a pleasure to work with you and see you...
dance with the duet! Best wishes for a wonderful marriage!!
Maddy G
2.0
6/17/2024
Very disappointed in the level of customer service and communication leading up to the day. Communication was terrible. We tried to schedule an on-site meeting so that they could s...
ee the venue and know where they would be sitting, etc. They could not attend and they did zero research to understand the venue ahead of time. I tried to schedule a phone call a few weeks before our wedding day to go over details and get clarification on finalizing music. Although we scheduled the call, Brian did not answer and did not call me back. I had to email my questions, which received a quick response and not a ton of clarity. Additionally, you should provide your own shade. $1200 for a quartet, you should either print the music out or provide a covering for your iPads, that should not be my responsibility if you are accepting outdoor weddings. Finally, the one thing I emphasized (and Brian confirmed that he understood) was that the song that I walked down the aisle to was not to start until I was visibly standing at the end of the aisle with my Dad. By the time I got to the end of the aisle, the intro to the song was over and they were already well into it. Overall, not pleased with the level of service we received vs. the money that we paid.
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 06/18/2024
Hello Maddy-
I am sorry to hear you were not satisfied with the service you received. As ...
I mentioned to you, unfortunately we were not able to attend the vendor meeting as we had another job at the time of the meeting. We did respond to answer all of your questions following the meeting. We would have been happy to further discuss if you had additional questions. Regarding the shade, as the contract states, due to the value of the instruments and the ipads not overheating, we do ask to be in the shade, which is standard for all performing ensembles with string instruments. Regarding the timing with you getting out of the horse drawn carriage, we felt we provided the timing you requested.
Tara S
5.0
12/10/2023
Cherrywood string trio did a phenomenal job at our ceremony and cocktail hour! They sounded beautiful and made the mood feel so elegant! They customized their music to our requests...
and it was easy to select songs that we wanted them to play throughout the evening! We definitely recommend!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 12/15/2023
Thank you so much Tara. We were so honored to be a part of your beautiful day! Congratul...
ations and best wishes!
Carter B
5.0
11/02/2023
Brian and his team at Cherrywood Strings did an amazing job at our wedding. They were easy to coordinate with, priced attractively, and sounded amazing. We're so happy to have foun...
d Cherrywood Strings!
Edna G
5.0
10/30/2023
The cello, violin, and piano ensemble that graced our wedding was nothing short of enchanting. The harmonious blend of these instruments added a touch of elegance and sophisticatio...
n to our special day.
Their performance was not just a musical backdrop but a soulful narrative that elevated the entire atmosphere. Each note resonated with emotion, creating a soundtrack to our love story. The choice of pieces showcased their versatility and mastery of their craft.
Beyond their musical prowess, the trio's presence was unobtrusive yet impactful. They effortlessly became a part of the celebration, enhancing the joy and romance of the day. If you're searching for a musical ensemble that not only delivers exceptional performances but also adds a magical touch to your wedding, this trio is an absolute gem. Our heartfelt gratitude to them for making our day truly unforgettable.
Shannon H
5.0
9/25/2023
I highly recommend Cherrywood String Ensembles for your event! They did fantastic at our wedding and did a custom song for my fiancé and I.
Michael R
5.0
7/17/2023
Brian and team were easy to work with, from scheduling our first call, to making payments, all the way through the big day! It was amazing having a string quartet play at our weddi...
ng, and even more so to not have to worry much about logistics. They might have been the best value part of our wedding and I highly recommend.
Jolene S
5.0
7/14/2023
Excellent string quartet! They played for our wedding and then all pop music for our reception. Everyone loved them. Easy communication with Brian.
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 07/17/2023
Thank you so much for the review Jolene! It was such a wonderful afternoon! The team and...
I enjoyed it! Congratulations!
Cheyenne R
5.0
5/29/2023
The string quartet brought such a special touch to the atmosphere of our ceremony. The process from booking to the wedding day was very simple. We loved picking out our songs for t...
he cocktail hour and the list of songs to choose from was extensive. All of our guests loved them!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 06/03/2023
Thank you so much Cheyenne for the review. We really enjoyed work with you and enjoyed pe...
rforming for your guests. Best of luck in this new endeavor!
Amanda M
5.0
4/24/2023
My now husband and I found Brian (owner) and his Cherrywood team for our October 2022 wedding on theknot app. The entire process with Brian was smooth and easy. I never got to meet...
with Brian and in fact only talked to him once on the phone. I researched on the site a good bit, which was wonderful to navigate. I knew mostly what I wanted. The contract and terms/ deposits were spelled out clearly. The trio showed up on our wedding day just as planned, professionally dressed and sounded amazing. My only regret is not tracking down who might have caught the performance on video.
I would highly recommend Brian and the other artists. They helped make my day more beautiful and peaceful.
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 04/24/2023
Thank you Amanda! It was such a pleasure to work with you for such a fabulous event. We ...
so appreciate our time with you and wish you the best of luck moving forward!
Take care!
Rachel H
5.0
9/26/2022
Cherrywood String Ensembles was wonderful to work with from the beginning to the end of our wedding ceremony. They were able to play every classical song I requested. I chose each ...
song for the various parts of our ceremony, and hearing them play all of them before I walked down the aisle was so wonderful. Their music brought so much joy and happiness to my heart. They nailed every song. I’m so happy I chose them to be part of our wedding day. You will not be disappointed if you book them for your wedding day! Thank you for helping make ours perfect!!
Kent U
5.0
9/07/2022
They were great. So easy to work with and very professional.
Seth B
5.0
8/29/2022
Excellent group that played flawlessly, moved around positions, and learned lots of new songs for us. Very affordable compared to other groups as well! Highly recommended.
Megan J
5.0
8/09/2022
We had cherrywood string ensembles play during our ceremony and cocktail hour and it was beautiful! They did such a great job and we loved having them!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 08/10/2022
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. It was a pleasure playing for the big event!
Martha H
5.0
7/26/2022
Cherrywood String Quartet added another level of beauty to the wedding. They were easy and efficient to work with and most dependable. Would definitely recommend.
Izzy E
5.0
10/24/2021
Brian and Cherrywood Ensembles was amazing to work with! Our ceremony was absolutely beautiful thanks to our violinist and harpist! They nailed the timing and music, were very prof...
essional, and our guests enjoyed every minute!
Meghan K
5.0
10/21/2021
Very professional and made the day even more beautiful! Highly recommend :)
Geraldine H
5.0
10/17/2021
My daughter's wedding was beautiful and the music provided by Cherrywood strings added to the touching ceremony with their classical sound. The Cocktail hour was festive and the a...
tmosphere was made so joyful with contemporary music from the string quartet. We were so happy to enjoy the sound of the Cherrywood strings.
ERIC C
5.0
10/17/2021
They have a very broad repertoire and an easy t follow guide which recommends the number of type of pieces each element of the wedding should have. Also very easy to work with.
Brianna D
5.0
8/30/2021
Brian and Cherrywood Ensembles came to my rescue about a month prior to our wedding! I am beyond thrilled with their services.
Zeena B
3.0
8/17/2021
I would have loved to give them a higher rating but I had more cons than pros:
Cons:
1. Our wedding was at the Farm at Eagles Ridge and they played from above the stairs and the ce...
remony took place near the pond. You could barely hear them.
2. The speaker system that Brian provided for the officiant did not work so no one heard our ceremony unless they were sitting in the front two rows. We even had our ceremony for zoom and no one heard it. It was just disappointing.
3. We had to pause to wait for the quartet when the ceremony was over to walk down the aisle. It felt like an eternity just standing waiting and our guest just staring. I think they could have better transition.
Pros:
When the wedding was over and we were up the stairs for a brief period, they sounded really good.
John B
5.0
8/04/2021
Brian was super helpful, guiding us to the right selection of performers to fit our song selection. We ended up going with a string trio for our ceremony and couldn't be happier wi...
th their performance. Incredible value for this professional group and such a wonderful vendor to deal with. Highly recommend!
Drew T
5.0
8/02/2021
Great sound, excellent performance! They worked with us to arrange several songs to make the set list even more unique. Would hire again!
Brittany S
5.0
5/16/2021
In 2019, we booked Cherrywood for our May 2020 wedding. We were one of the COVID couples and when we went to postpone to the following May, Brian was so wonderful to work with and ...
accommodating. They were luckily still available on our rescheduled date and were so flexible and affordable. I grew up in a very musical family. My father is a professional symphony conductor, my brother is a professional percussionist, and I grew up studying classical piano, so quality musicians were extremely important to me for the ceremony. Brian and his team were absolutely amazing. I was truly in awe listening to them during our wedding ceremony and I cannot wait to see the video, hear the music again and relive the moment. Thank you for everything Brian!
Tracy S
5.0
11/13/2020
We were so pleased with the music from Cherrywood String Ensembles! My daughter arranged for them to play at her wedding and we could not have been happier with all that they did. ...
COVID changed our plans to a smaller get together at our home and this made the wedding even more special. Thank you Brian and Cherrywood String Ensemble members!!!
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 12/08/2020
Tracy-
It was such a pleasure playing for Tori's big day. When you see your former studen...
ts on their big day, there is a great deal of excitement. What a fun afternoon for all of your guests! Congrats Tori!
Janine K
4.0
10/06/2020
I don’t believe they were there an hour before due to going to the wrong location. It all worked out but would highly recommend typing in the GPS the actual address given instead o...
f venue name.
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 12/08/2020
Janine-
Thank you for allowing CSE to be part of your special day. We were happy to be ab...
le to honor our contract with plenty of music throughout your big day since the ceremony started 30 minutes late. Congratulations on the big day!
Jennifer M
5.0
9/18/2020
Cherrywood String Ensembles was very professional and also willing to work with us through all the last minute changes that were made to our wedding plans during the pandemic. Work...
ing with Brians was overall pretty seamless, he responded quickly to any questions/concerns we had and did a great job on the day of the wedding.
Response from Cherrywood String Ensembles, DJs and Entertainment on 12/08/2020
Hello Jennifer-
It was great to work with you on your big day. We were so happy to be a p...
art of it. We wish you many years of happiness.
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