Nexus Strings | Pop, Rock & Classical Music
$875 starting price
Denver metro, Front Range, Colorado Springs, Boulder
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Kayla Hayes
OWNER
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Nexus Strings – formerly known as Cheza String Quartet – is a group of dynamic , passionate, and professional musicians with unique training in both classical and contemporary music. From Bach to Bon Jovi, we live and breathe great music: Whether you are looking for a traditional string quartet for your ceremony or a pop & rock ensemble for your reception, our music will be the soul of your event.
Nexus musicians have had the opportunity to perform, train, and record with both local and world-renowned artists, and take pride in embracing the unique essence of every genre. Have you always wanted to walk down the aisle to Canon in D or would you prefer to skip down the aisle to Sweet Child O' Mine? Whatever your unique style, we will make it happen.
Woman-owned Business
Prices & packages
Couples usually spend $1,600
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Instruments
Cello
Viola
Violin
Music Genres
Celtic
Classical
Folk
Jazz
Latin
Pop
R&B
Rock
Music Services
Live Music
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
Rehearsal Dinner
Welcome Party
Wedding
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
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Meet the team
Kayla Hayes
Owner
Kayla is the owner and cellist for Nexus Strings and an avid lover of all-things-music. She works full time as the Director of Digital Marketing for the Colorado Symphony and has also performed with some of the nation's top artists, including the Colorado Symphony, Deltron 3030, DeVotchka, Streetlight Manifesto, Kygo, and Pretty Lights.
Kayla holds degrees in Cello Performance, Business, and Arts Marketing. Since 2010, she has been widely involved in the event and music industries and has had the opportunity to work with the top producers, vendors, and venues in Colorado to create unique & innovative weddings and events.
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5.0
out of 5.022 reviews
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Nexus Strings is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings and special events. The musicians, particularly Kayla, are praised for their talent, communication, and professionalism. The repertoire of both classical and contemporary music is appreciated, and the performance is described as impeccable. Reviewers also mention the beautiful scenery and Colorado backdrop adding to the magical experience. The value for the price is considered well worth it. Overall, Nexus Strings receives high praise and is recommended for any event.Review photos
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Abbey S
5.0
11/21/2023
Highly recommend hiring Nexus Strings for your special event. I hired them for my wedding in September 2023 and they made the day so magical and special. They played during the ceremony and cocktail hour, and have an extensive repertoire of both classical and contemporary music to pick from. As a musician myself, I can attest to the quality of their performance and cannot say enough how great they were. Kayla was very communicative and easy to work with through the booking and planning process, and overall I thought the value was well worth it.
response 11/22/2023
Thank you, Abbey! Your kind words mean so much coming from a fellow musician :) Congratula...
tions on a beautiful wedding!
Jody J
5.0
12/15/2022
Highly recommend Nexus for any event! Kayla was so easy to work with and they performed beautifully for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. The combination of their music and the beautiful Colorado scenery was incredible. They truly made our day so special.
response 12/16/2022
Thank you, Jody! That was probably one of the most stunning ceremony backdrops we've ever ...
seen. Wishing you all the best :)
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Evan H
5.0
10/06/2022
Wow - Nexus Strings blew us away! We hired them to play during our ceremony and reception hour. Their musicality, attention to detail, and overall incredible performance truly made each moment all the more meaningful and special. We couldn't recommend them more highly!
response 10/06/2022
We are so grateful for the kind words, Evan! Your wedding was an absolute dream – thank yo...
u for letting us be a part of it!
Nicole R
5.0
7/19/2022
I unfortunately was unable to meet Nexus Strings in person since the wedding day was so busy and the schedule ran a bit behind, but I am over the moon by my experience with them. Kayla was amazing to work with from the very start. I dreamed of walking down the aisle to a string quartet and I am so happy I was able to live this dream. They played beautifully I wish I was able to experience their music as a guest! Thank you so much Nexus Strings!
response 07/20/2022
Hi Nicole - thank you so much for the review! Your wedding day was absolutely beautiful, a...
nd we were honored to be a part of it <3
Nanci E
5.0
5/29/2022
My daughter just had a small micro wedding at the Denver Botanic Gardens. The Woodland Mosaic setting was magical in itself, but the addition of a cello/violin duo with Kayla Hayes and CL Morden added so much depth and feeling to the ceremony, a quick first dance and cocktail hour after. We were off site until the processional so missed some of the music. But it was truly inspiring to walk in with our daughter to Here Comes the Sun, and have them briefly dance to Stand By Me. The music cues, and the duo's ability to adapt to the short periods of different music with graceful endings was spot on, and we can't thank them enough.
Great communication with Kayla, and coordination with our day-of planner. Reasonable for the quality. Lovely folks.
response 05/29/2022
It has been a true pleasure to work with you, Nanci, and we are grateful for your kind rev...
iew! Please send all of our best to Emma and Andy!
Sylvia B
5.0
7/21/2021
Nexus strings was better than I could have asked for! Their talent is impeccable, their communication and planning process is flawless, and not to mention their group is a joy to work with. They have an amazing selection of both contemporary and classic music. I highly recommend them should you be in the market for any strings!
response 07/23/2021
Thank you, Sylvia! It was wonderful working with you, and we couldn’t have asked for a mor...
e beautiful day for your wedding. Congratulations to the two of you!
Lisa D
5.0
5/28/2021
Nexus Strings played for 2 hours for my daughter’s Denver wedding ceremony and appetizers. I live in Michigan. I was impressed with their web site. Their performance was above and beyond my expectations. They were spectacular, very professional, soooo talented, added a sense of formality to the wedding, song list was very impressive with a great variety of music, and very reasonably priced. It was a privilege to have them be a part of her wedding.
response 06/01/2021
We truly appreciate the kind words, Lisa. It was an honor to play for you and your family ...
(in the most stunning location, too!). Send our best to Kelly and her new husband :)
Hannah M
5.0
8/23/2020
We chose Nexus Strings to perform ceremony music at our wedding. Not only did they have amazing selections, but on the big day I received so many compliments about how incredible the live music was. We had to postpone our wedding and the musicians were more than willing to be flexible and help us through the process. Would recommend again and again!
response 08/24/2020
We appreciate the kind review, Hannah. Thank you so much for letting us be a part of your ...
big day!
Kelsey M
5.0
7/20/2020
Oh my gosh I cannot rave enough about Nexus!! Since I was a little girl I dreamed of a string quartet playing when I walked down the aisle. From the initial consultation with Nexus to the big day, they were extremely professional, friendly and easy to work with! Kayla was quick to respond to any questions I had. The online planning tool was very easy to use and helped us plan out our ceremony songs with ease. The musicians on the day of the wedding were there on time and played flawlessly. I could not have asked for better quality from a company. If you are looking for strings for any event I highly recommend Nexus! They are amazing at what they do!
response 07/21/2020
THANK YOU, Kelsey! It was a true joy to play for you during this crazy time, and we are so...
glad that you were able to have a beautiful ceremony with your friends and family. Wishing the two of you all the best :)
Peggy L
5.0
1/31/2020
Nexus Strings - Extraordinary Quartet!
We had a small wedding at the Denver Botanic Gardens and knew we wanted beautiful sounds to match the extraordinary space. The wedding was planned from out of town and Kayla from Nexus Strings was a delight to work with. We were very impressed with their repertoire - they have a vast range of musical styles. Kayla worked closely with us to develop a playlist of songs that would be both joyful and memorable. She is a true professional, as well as an amazing musician, and genuinely wants to make everything perfect for your special day. Kayla, along with her quartet of musicians, played music that was intoxicating and elegant. We received so many compliments on their music and the extraordinary talent of each musician. We are so thankful that we chose them! Thank you, Kayla, and Nexus Strings, for helping to make our wedding day exceptionally beautiful and memorable for everyone.
response 07/21/2020
Peggy, thank you so much for the kind words. It was an absolute pleasure playing for you a...
nd your family this year. Wishing you all the best!
Jessica K
5.0
11/24/2019
Phenomenal. Every comment I had for the night was directed towards the quartet. Not only were they extremely professional, kind, fun, perfect, but they gave us the gift of excellent music. Each member of Nexus is so talented. Taking in their music is a little slice of heaven. Kayla is a delight to work with, responsive and full of great ideas to make your wedding the best wedding. The music was perhaps one of my favorite parts of the wedding. I helped coordinate the bulk of the wedding and finding a group that was talented AND easy to work with really made it a good time. We had the ceremony at a small chapel, and Kayla was accommodating to have a duet play since the full quartet would have overwhelmed the space and the duet was perfect. For the reception we had the full quartet. I had one guest enjoy the music so much he FaceTimed a family member to listen in for a few minutes. Yes. So lovely. Book them, you won’t be disappointed.
response 11/26/2019
Thank you for the glowing review, Jessica!! It was truly a pleasure working with you and p...
erforming for your lovely family - everyone was so kind and welcoming. Congratulations to your brother and his new bride <3
Heidi L
5.0
10/21/2019
We had a quartet play for our ceremony, and they were absolutely wonderful! They were very easy to work with and they added that perfect touch to our day. We loved them and recommend them to anyone looking to add that special touch!
response 10/23/2019
Thank you so much, Heidi! It was a pleasure working with you and your wedding was stunning...
<3 Congratulations!!
Sarah L
5.0
6/15/2019
The quartet was wonderful. They did a lovely job on the songs we selected and perfectly read the crowd in making selections during the cocktail hour. I highly recommend them!
response 06/17/2019
Congratulations on your beautiful wedding and thank you for the review, Sarah! We had such...
a wonderful time performing for your ceremony and reception!
Diana R
5.0
11/05/2018
We used Cheza for our ceremony and this is a fantastic group. Their online planner made things very easy and they are very professional. We received so many compliments on their music.
response 11/06/2018
Thank you for the glowing review, Diana! It was a pleasure working with you and playing fo...
r your wedding!
Briana B
5.0
10/01/2018
We got married this August in Parker, CO and hired the Cheza String Quartet for our ceremony and cocktail hour music. They did an incredible job and everything sounded so beautiful. I can't imagine walking down the aisle and not having their instrumental music as a part of it, it just would not have had the same effect. They were fantastic! I would definitely recommend. Thank you!
response 10/02/2018
Thank you for the kind words, Briana! We had a fabulous time playing for your wedding. Con...
gratulations!
5.0
3/20/2017
Cheza played elegantly for the ceremony. They then changed locations and played for the cocktail hour and dinner. All of our guests commented on how versatile they are in playing. From Classical to movie themed scores and pop. They are the best!!
Karen S
5.0
3/18/2017
Oh where to begin, where to begin……can I fit into words how wonderful this group of musicians are? A group of musical artists is a more appropriate title. I had the true pleasure of partnering with and recommending Kayla and Cheza String Quartet as a member of the Denver area wedding community and Director of Sales & Events at a private wedding and event venue. (I moved at the end of 2016 and currently reside in Florida). The entire team at Cheza tops the charts in terms of everything you could possibly look for...they perform at a world class level! Thank you Kayla for creating an amazing experience for every single client that booked you. For those that appreciate the true artistic beauty of providing live instrumental music for your wedding ceremony and perhaps cocktail hour, Cheza will truly delight you. Kayla and her team proved time and time again to achieve the most memorable, unforgettable experiences and celebrations for our shared clients. One of my favorite quotes: "Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." Watching this talented group took my breath away many times. Watching Kayla and her husband serenade each other on cello at their own wedding in lieu of a first dance truly left me breathless. She has a gift that I’ve been fortunate to experience many times. The professionalism, passion and true artistic talent radiates from each member of the group. It's a true honor to provide a recommendation for Cheza String Quartet.
Mark J
5.0
2/11/2017
Kayla and the Cheza String Quartet did an amazing job providing music for our wedding ceremony! We would highly recommend them to others!
Jennifer C
5.0
12/19/2016
Kayla and Cheza String Quartet provided music for our ceremony that was absolutely beautiful. We chose modern and classical music and the variety was perfect. We were very happy with Cheza.
Victoria S
5.0
4/02/2015
As a musician I wanted the best to play at my wedding, and I got the best when I picked Cheza! They were super professional, courteous, able to work around my crazy schedule, and handle most things via email. They dressed professionally, conducted themselves in a very professional manner, and played beautiful music. If you're looking for good music and a great price these are your musicians!
5.0
8/14/2011
I hired Cheza Quartet for our wedding ceremony and I'm so sorry I wasn't able to sit out and listen to all the prelude music with our guests. All of the guests, my wedding coordinator and photographers kept telling me how beautiful the music was and I'm so glad we hired them for our wedding! I would definitely recommend this string quartet they were very organized with a worksheet to help us select music and think through all areas of a ceremony where we could incorporate music and they were easy to get a hold of when needed. I would hire them over and over again!
Kelly S
5.0
8/11/2011
They were great to work with and sounded so beauitful. They made the mountain ceremony so elegant.
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