Modern Strings, Jazz, DJ, Electric Violin
$250 starting price
Charleston SC, Upstate SC, GA, NC
Service area
Lauren Williams
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (7X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Electric quartet, Jazz Bands, DJ + Electric Violin, Classical Strings - Based in Charleston SC, Palmetto Strings, LLC provides memorable music with unrivaled talent that performs for weddings throughout South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia. Let us give you a taste of southern hospitality through unique music, that you and your guests will enjoy, and remember.
Palmetto Strings comprises violinists, viola players, bagpipers, guitarists, harpists, and more. Various combinations can be arranged, whether you envisage a traditional string quartet or a guitar and violin duo playing all your favorite, modern tunes. These professionals are always dressed to suit any occasion and reflect couples' preferences, wearing formal black garments in winter or casual khakis at relaxed beach ceremonies.
The experienced team behind Palmetto Stings wants to provide you with emotive and meaningful music on your special day. They will tailor their services and song choices and offer extras such as microphone and audio equipment rentals. Your chosen musicians can perform at the ceremony, provide ambient music at cocktail hour, and entertain loved ones at your evening reception.
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Instruments
Bagpipes
Bass
Cello
Fiddle
Flute
Guitar
Harp
Keyboard
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Trumpet
Viola
Violin
Vocals
Music Genres
Bluegrass
Celtic
Classical
EDM
Jazz
Pop
Rock
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
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Meet the team
Lauren Williams
Owner
Lauren, born in Ridgewood New Jersey, began her music studies at age nine and has been playing violin for 26 years. She has studied under Professor Lee Chin Siow at the College of Charleston and Professor Oscar Ravina, of the New York Philharmonic. Mrs. Williams has performed solo recitals and in numerous chamber ensembles in New York City, Philadelphia, and Charleston, as well as throughout New Jersey. She has participated in summer festivals such as the Rockland Summer Institute for Orchestral and Chamber Studies, Amati Music Festival, and Piccolo Spoleto's Young Artist Series.
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.075 reviews
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Palmetto Strings received glowing reviews from multiple satisfied customers who praised their string quartet and duo performances for weddings. Reviewers appreciated the personalized song choices, professionalism, and helpfulness of Lauren in coordinating music for ceremonies and cocktail hours. The musicians were described as talented, accommodating, and able to enhance the ambiance of events, adding an elegant and magical touch to each wedding. Overall, customers highly recommended Palmetto Strings for their exceptional services and beautiful music that contributed to making their special day even more memorable.Review photos
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Don L
5.0
12/31/2024
We really enjoyed their String Quartet, Lauren was a breeze to work with. She made the music planning very easy. Thank you Palmetto Strings!
Forrest B
5.0
12/24/2024
Palmetto strings was absolutely amazing for our wedding. They performed for our ceremony and cocktail hour and fit the vibe perfectly. Very refined and great players. Very easy to work with.
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Nicole S
5.0
11/13/2024
I am so happy we used Palmetto Strings for my daughter's ceremony hour and cocktail hour. My daughter wanted very specific songs for her ceremony and Lauren was so helpful in making sure the musicians learned the necessary songs. They learned Cruella de Ville for the couple's Dalmatian to walk to and it was a hit! They have so many great songs on their playlist making for a beautiful soundtrack for a cocktail hour. They really do a fantastic job!
Jessica A
5.0
10/21/2024
Palmetto Strings did an incredible job for our ceremony! They were excellent communicators and truly made our day extra special!
Tammy N
5.0
10/17/2024
Palmetto Strings did an amazing job at our daughter’s wedding at Lowndes Grove on October 6, 2024. Lauren was very helpful and professional throughout the entire process! The string trio sounded so beautiful during the ceremony and as well as down by the water during cocktail hour! Would highly recommend!!!
Zana E
5.0
6/20/2024
There was one thing that my husband really wanted for our wedding, and that incorporating string music for the ceremony and cocktail hour! Palmetto Strings was the best choice! They were friendly and so professional. They helped coordinate timing and had plenty of songs/recommendations for us to choose from. We particularly enjoyed some of the pop songs they covered, which we felt brought a “Bridgerton” flair to our wedding! Our day wouldn’t have been the same without them!
Jessica C
5.0
4/14/2024
We used the Bob Williams Duo from Palmetto Strings for our Ceremony Music on Kiawah Island and it was the best decision! They are unbelievably talented, and we had an incredible experience with Lauren Williams from the communication, planning, and wedding day. The music was incredible and we are so happy we made this decision to use them. Thank you all!!
Taylor R
5.0
9/29/2023
We used Palmetto Strings for our Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music and it was a great decision! Bob worked with us for our ceremony song choices and was very accommodating! The live music duo of the guitar and violin was a perfect added touch for our wedding! I would highly recommend Palmetto Strings for your big day! Thank you Bob!
Anastasia L
5.0
7/01/2023
We had a string trio for before and during our ceremony and it was one of my favorite parts of the day! They did such an amazing job and helped make our day feel even more special. We had listened to samples online prior to our event; however, it was even better in person. They were so talented and we are so thankful they were able to help us celebrate on our wedding day!
Ashley and Chris H
5.0
6/10/2023
Palmetto Strings was a fantastic addition to our wedding day! We would hire them over and over again. Not only was the music gorgeous, but the entire process of working with them was so easy. Lauren responded quickly to emails and was so patient and kind in helping us pick all of the music for our ceremony and cocktail hour. We were even able to pick some songs that weren’t originally in their repertoire for them to learn for our day and they nailed it! We got so many compliments from our friends and family in attendance about Palmetto Strings. The ceremony and cocktail hour music seemed like such a small detail that we almost skipped having someone play live, but we are so glad that we hired Palmetto Strings because it truly elevated the entire day! We would recommend Palmetto Strings to everyone!
Linda H
5.0
6/01/2023
Palmetto Strings added such an elegant touch to my daughter's wedding! We had the Strings trio...the musicians played beautiful music together and set the tone for the ceremony. The playlist offered great variety with an amazing selection of classical pieces to choose from. Lauren was delightful and very organized...Thank you for helping make Abby's wedding day very special!
Chris O
5.0
5/10/2023
Palmetto Strings was awesome! They have a great list of hip songs they play. They tailored the songs to our liking and were so perfect on the day. I got a chance to talk to the trio before the ceremony started and they were so happy to be there and so kind. All the planning and prep was very easy and they helped recommend songs for different parts of the ceremony. The vibe they added was so perfect. We really enjoy having them as a part of our wedding! It was the perfect day.
Tanner R
5.0
4/17/2023
We used Palmetto Strings for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and was SO PLEASED with this decision. Not only were the musicians talented and selected a perfect set list, Lauren from the front office was pleasant, kind, and helpful during the coordination of our wedding over an 18 month period. Lauren was flexible for our adjustments on microphones/lapel mics, and answered my NUMEROUS questions with her expertise advice and even offered her suggestions which were great! We loved having Palmetto Strings be a part of our special day and highly recommend them if you're looking to "up" your cocktail hour/ceremony with live music :)
Caroline W
5.0
3/13/2023
We are so happy that we decided to hire Palmetto Strings for our Wedding Cocktail hour! They were absolutely wonderful, and really elevated the atmosphere of our wedding. Lauren was also very helpful and professional to work with. I would highly recommend Palmetto Strings to anyone!
Nancy H
5.0
12/15/2022
We used Palmetto Strings for my son's recent wedding. They supported us at the church as guests were arriving and then later during our outside cocktail hour. They were exceptional. They added a special touch of elegance to the events. I received many positive comments from our guests regarding the music provided by Palmetto Strings.
Leslie S
5.0
10/23/2022
Palmetto Strings did a wonderful job at our daughter’s recent wedding. Lauren was great and patient to work with all along~~ we chose her string quartet to play for the outdoor ceremony and she sourced a fabulous jazz trio for cocktail hour. Both were exactly what we had hoped for. She offers audio for an outdoor ceremony as well which is very helpful. I would highly recommend Palmetto Strings!
Gray G
5.0
7/30/2022
Beautiful music! Lauren was very responsive and helpful throughout the planning process. Thank you!
Jaimie M
2.0
5/28/2022
We signed a contract with them and we asked for a demo because we had a specific request. It took 4-5 months before we heard back and by the time we did it was too late to make any changes. We cancelled our contract with them because we couldn't trust them nor were they able to accommodate our request.
If you decide to go with them, please discuss exactly what you want as soon as possible.
Christine r
5.0
5/17/2022
We booked a trio for our wedding cocktail hour about a month ago and were completely blown away. I said I wanted 'Bridgerton vibes' and that is exactly what I got. My husband and I were able to hand pick every song we wanted to hear. It really set the mood and was absolutely beautiful!
Jeff P
5.0
5/04/2022
Lauren was awesome to coordinate our wedding with.
We opted for a string trio to play at our reception cocktail hour, and then for an hour during dinner before the DJ took charge. Lauren provided us with musical genres to choose from, and we chose different genres for each event. There was a glitch with the caterer that pushed our schedule to the right a bit, and the trio had great understanding & patience with the adjustment. A real pleasure.
We also had Lauren arrange for a bagpiper to escort the guests, and then the wedding party, via foot from our church to our reception venue. The distance was only .3 miles, and the people on the streets gawked at and videoed us as we walked ... it made us feel like royalty. The piper even entertained our guests for about 15 minutes outside the reception venue because it wasn't quite prepared to let them enter.
Just an awesome overall experience with Palmetto Strings. We HIGHLY recommend them.
Krystle D
5.0
2/21/2022
We chose a string trio for our ceremony and our cocktail hour. They played beautifully and I loved their contemporary selection that they played during our cocktail hour. Last minute, I decided to arrange two songs for the ceremony that are not on their list and Lauren worked with me to make sure I got what I wanted! I highly recommend them to add a touch of beautiful, elegant music to your wedding day.
Holly H
5.0
12/27/2021
Lauren Williams of Palmetto Strings played our ceremony music. My son plays the bass and wanted to join for a few songs. She was helpful in providing his sheet music and coordinating with another string player as well. Lauren was prompt, professional and sounded wonderful. I highly recommend Palmetto Strings and would use Lauren again in the future!
Cristina D
5.0
10/16/2021
Lauren with Palmetto Strings was wonderful to work with! They played a string trio during my ceremony then for cocktail hour! She sent a sample list of their songs (very extensive) and helped me choose when I needed suggestions! While I wasn’t there for most of their playing to do photos, guests the next day were talking about how wonderful they were! I was also able to rent mics for the ceremony from them!
Erik P
5.0
10/06/2021
Lauren was awesome to work with and the violin performance by Nina was perfect for our wedding ceremony. I highly recommend Palmetto Strings!!
Aline R
5.0
9/18/2021
We loved having the talented Palmetto Strings as part of our wedding celebration for Margaret and Reid!Music perfection!!!
Colleen G
5.0
6/04/2021
My sister set up the surprise “Love Actually” ending at the end of my wedding ceremony with Palmetto Strings, working with them and my planner without my husband and I having a clue! They pulled off an amazing surprise with 5 choir singers, 4 musicians, and my sister popping up with the trombone. It was incredible. I was crying happy tears of shock and pure happiness and was overwhelmed by it all. They were amazing!! It was certainly one of the biggest highlights of the night!
Brenna L
5.0
6/04/2021
Palmetto Strings preformed at our April wedding at the Gadsden House and we absolutely loved their performance! The musicians were professional and easy to work with and had a great song selection to choose from!
Thank you! Max&Brenna
Madeline P
5.0
5/14/2021
Palmetto Strings was very easy to work with and played beautifully for our May 1st, 2021 wedding. We received several compliments from guests on how much they enjoyed the music prior to and during the ceremony. Palmetto Stings also allowed us to create a playlist for our cocktail hour and that they made sure to play smoothly. We had no concerns prior to the day and our expectations were easily met.
Hannah S
5.0
2/22/2021
I cannot recommend the Bob Williams duo with palmetto strings highly enough! They are so talented and did an amazing job playing during our wedding ceremony at the William Aiken house! Thank you guys so much for doing such a fantastic job playing during our ceremony!
Richard D
5.0
10/26/2020
We contacted them last minute when our DIY didn’t work out and they were fantastic! Quick service, efficient communication, and a great price point too. A real pleasure to work with in the Charleston area.
Claudia H
5.0
10/01/2020
We just held a micro wedding/reception and it would not have felt as magical without having Lauren and her team present. Communication during the initial wedding planning/COVID rescheduling/COVID rescheduling part 2, was always prompt, professional and above and beyond accommodating. During our celebration, Lauren and team wore masks and were distant from the handful of guests we had and their beautiful sounds carried through cocktail hour and dinner. It was an absolute pleasure to work with them. Thank you Palmetto Strings, for making our day!
Rebecca S
5.0
8/25/2020
Palmetto Strings was a beautiful addition to our wedding ceremony. Lauren was so personable and easy to work with throughout the entire process. A nice added touch that we didn't know we needed but are so glad we decided to book!
Alyssa S
5.0
8/19/2020
Palmetto Strings has a beautiful catalog of music to choose from, and a wonderful selection of performers. Working with Lauren to coordinate our ceremony/cocktail hour music was seamless! She is incredibly personable and quickly replied to all of my emails. Additionally, Palmetto Strings easily helped us add a special touch to our ceremony by playing a song not typically in their catalog. We received many compliments on our soloist, Karol, and she really added a special touch to our big day with her musical talents. Thank you!
Allison G
5.0
7/06/2020
Lauren is so easy to work with and really knows what she is doing! We had a violin/cello duo for an intimate beach wedding and honestly were a little worried that it would be hard to hear due to the wind. I’m happy to say there were no issues and we could hear them every time they played. Planning was easy and painless (which was a big deal because this was a destination wedding), and if I have another event in the area I will absolutely contact palmetto strings!
Maddie H
5.0
4/24/2020
Palmetto Strings was the perfect touch to our wedding ceremony! I was looking for a strings duet to play at our ceremony and they were one of the easiest vendors to work with during our wedding planning. They provided a sample list of songs which made it extremely easy to select the songs I wanted. I was even able to make a last minute song addition a week before the wedding and they didn’t hesitate to add it to the list. Thank you for the amazing performance!
Erin E
5.0
3/05/2020
Palmetto Stings played for my wedding ceremony and cocktail hour at Lowndes Grove and they were phenomenal! Being in the wedding industry, you can imagine that I have seen and worked with so many vendors so picking the right vendors for us was our hardest decision throughout the wedding planning process. They were very professional throughout the process with response time and answering any questions we had. I would HIGHLY recommend Palmetto Strings for any event!
Sarah V
5.0
10/26/2019
My new husband and I hired a string trio from Palmetto Strings to play at our wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception dinner at our wedding in September— and we are so happy we did! They were amazing—their song choices were wonderful, and the music was absolutely beautiful. We had TONS of compliments from our wedding guests! I would 100% recommend Palmetto Strings to anyone planning a wedding or an event!
Emily W
5.0
7/29/2019
Lauren was an absolute delight to work with. She was very helpful and communicative, recommending several options from Palmetto Strings' impressive repertoire when I wasn't sure which songs to include in my wedding ceremony. I was grateful for the option to rent sound equipment--a lapel mic for the officiant, a wireless mic for the scripture readers, and speakers that provided just the right volume for the outdoor ceremony space. The music played by the string duo was absolutely beautiful, and was the perfect complement to both the ceremony and cocktail hour.
Ari L
5.0
7/02/2019
My Wife and I got married over Memorial Day weekend at the William Aiken House. Lauren was great to work with through the process. The music selection they had was great and they performed beautifully during the ceremony. It was also great having them there for the prelude as guests were arriving which was a very nice touch. If you are looking for great value and very talented musicians, Palmetto Strings should be your choice.
Juliana M
5.0
6/06/2019
What do you do when your daughter’s wedding day almost gets ruined, thanks to mother nature? You are thankful you hired the right vendors. On Friday, May 31, 2019 my daughter was to be married at Lowndes Grove Plantation @ 5:30 P.M. At 5:15 everything was ready and more beautiful than we ever imagined. Loluma had outdone themselves. In comes mother nature, not just rain and wind, but a microburst or a squall. The ceremony area was destroyed, one tent ripped away and wrapped in a tree, the main tent partially collapsed. There was broken glass, toppled furniture and ruined linens. I was stunned, and for a few moments unsure of what we were going to do and where. But with our wedding planner, Michael Winship at the helm, the vendors I hired, ever the band Charleston Groove Factory, joined forces and went into action and in an hour turned the nightmare back into a dream. Great Food, Great Music, and the guests all enjoyed themselves. I will be forever grateful. These are the guys you want to hire for your big day. I am blessed and thankful that we did. They went above and beyond to turn what could have been something horrible into something terrific. My thanks and gratitude go to
Michael Winship, Charleston Wedding Planner, Lowndes Grove Plantation (Patrick Properties), Loluma (Distinctive Events), Bille Jo and Jeremy Photography, EventHaus Rentals, Snyder Events, Palmetto Strings, All-Mist outdoor Cooling and Ben Fagan and the Charleston Groove Factory.
With overwhelming gratitude, Mother of the Bride.
Brittany B
4.0
5/19/2019
Ultimately, we went with 4 stars because the musicians played well during our ceremony, and we enjoyed having them there. However, there were several frustrations working with Lauren leading up to the wedding that certainly took away from the experience. My husband's brother sang Ave Maria with the strings, and we were trying to find a way to get him to be able to rehearse with them before the ceremony. Lauren was fairly dismissive of this and only relented upon our insistence that we wanted to give them a chance to run through it together. The musicians were supposed to arrive ~1.5 hrs before our ceremony to run through the song, but Lauren called his brother the afternoon before to tell him that they wouldn't be able to arrive at that time because they were too busy. She suggested he meet them across town the morning of the wedding, instead. In the end, they arrived shortly before the ceremony and were able to rush through a practice, but it was frustrating to have to deal with this the day before the wedding when we agreed to it long before.
There was another issue with the balance check getting lost either in the mail or maybe when they moved, which is fine, but also frustrating to have to deal with redoing a payment the week of the wedding.
Overall, things were fine; the biggest frustration was really just communication, which we thought would be fine given the positive reviews.
Kayla M
5.0
5/13/2019
So easy to work with, responsive, and sounded amazing!! Loved their song selection, too - we went with some more modern songs for the wedding and I thought it was the perfect touch.
Hannah H
5.0
4/28/2019
Amazing string trio! They were kind and helpful throughout the entire process. We wanted to do a few hymns during the ceremony and they worked with me and our song-leader to coordinate this. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Would hire again in a heartbeat!
Michelle S
5.0
4/10/2019
Lauren was so easy to work with and the trio sounded so beautiful at my outdoor ceremony! Lauren was so responsive and helpful with all of my questions. I was certain they would do a great job and they did! I would recommend them to anyone!
Mandy A
5.0
3/04/2019
Lauren was so easy to work with and the trio knocked it out of the park! They were so responsive and helpful with my song choices and made me feel at ease and confident that they would do a great job- and they did! I would recommend them to anyone!
Meg D
5.0
2/19/2019
Lauren is such a joy to work with! Easy process from start to finish. Our guests loved the music! Very professional and elegant. Would recommend to anyone!
Vendor response 02/19/2019
Thanks for your kind words, Meg! We really enjoyed performing for you all and thank you fo...
r having us be a part. Best wishes to you both as you begin married life together!!
Melinda R
5.0
12/26/2018
We chose Palmetto Strings after hearing them at at friends' wedding and checking out other reviews online. Lauren was very easy to work with - we worked with her over email and she was great at explaining our options to us. Loved the huge selection of songs they offered (AC/DC sounded awesome!) and the musicians were great. They were highly professional and the music added so much ambiance to our ceremony and cocktail hour. We received so many compliments from our guests who all loved the music! Highly recommend.
Nicole W
5.0
11/26/2018
Palmetto Strings and Lauren were a joy to work with. They were very professional and sounded amazing. I had a string duo (violin and cello) for my ceremony and cocktail hour and the music was beautiful. Prices seemed fairly comparable to other vendors in the area; however, I would definitely recommend Palmetto Strings for your wedding!
Amber M
5.0
7/06/2018
We had a violin/viola duo for our wedding ceremony at Fripp Island Resort and loved it! The process of picking songs for every element of the ceremony was simple and straightforward. I wish I could give an extra star for the effort put in to change the location of the ceremony at the last minute due to weather! I was so happy that they were able to accommodate so quickly! The music was beautiful and I am so glad I chose them to be a part of our most special day!
Heather D
5.0
7/05/2018
Palmetto Strings did a phenomenal job performing during both of ceremony and cocktail hour. I was incredibly impressed with their list of song selections - they have a perfect mixture of classical and contemporary music that fit our venue and wedding theme perfectly. Palmetto Strings even worked with our band to surprise me at the end of our ceremony by playing 'All You Need Is Love' including a horn section similar to 'Love Actually!' Overall, Palmetto Strings did a beautiful job during our wedding and set the tone for an absolutely perfect evening!
Lindsay W
5.0
3/25/2018
We used the string duo for our wedding ceremony music and cocktail hour music. Palmetto Strings was really fantastic to work with. They are easy to get in touch with and very professional. Palmetto Strings provided us with a huge list of music options and recommendations. Their website is super helpful for choosing music, too. The musicians were prompt and the music was beautiful. I would hire them again in a heartbeat!
Mindy H
5.0
6/29/2017
They were amazing! Really easy to work with. We were able to choose a few songs from the list they provided. They showed up at our venue early to set up. They sound amazing. I recommend choosing the duo over the single violinist.
Jenny P
5.0
6/08/2017
Palmetto Strings was amazing for us! We got married out on Kiawah with the string duo and they were responsive and on time. The music sounded incredible and they did everything we wanted. It was really beautiful and made the ceremony and cocktail hour really special! thank you!
Isel L
5.0
8/23/2016
We loved the music that was played at our wedding ceremony. Lauren was great to work with and was very helpful with the selection of our music and any questions I had. The strings duet was a perfect backdrop to our wedding. The team played a mixture of traditional and contemporary so it was a great mix of music. Thank you again for everything! You made our day magical.
Terrianne T
5.0
4/29/2016
Wonderful to work with Bob and we enjoyed the beautiful music we selected for our ceremony. He was very patient with us while we worked through what we wanted to have played. Would definitely recommend.
Lauren B
5.0
4/21/2016
Palmetto Strings helped to make our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour perfect. Lauren was so easy to communicate with, and the website was very helpful in picking songs. The group was professional and prompt, and was set up and playing as guests began to arrive; we received so many compliments on the ceremony songs, as they were so easy to recognize and were played flawlessly! The cocktail hour music was great too; just loud enough to be heard over the conversation of 140 people and still able to hear that there was music being played. We really enjoyed their performance, and would highly recommend Palmetto Strings!
Charlene P
5.0
3/30/2016
Lauren was amazing to work with and her expansive repertoire made finding unique selections that felt like "us" easy. She was so accommodating and the sound day from the duet was the perfect soundtrack to our ceremony! Talented, affordable, and professional!
Michelle C
5.0
7/17/2015
I contacted Palmetto Strings very last minute when my original plans for ceremony music fell through. Lauren was very helpful in trying to determine if there were any players available for my wedding date. In the end, she ended up playing herself! The music was great and Lauren was very easy to work with! Great repertoire of music and very talented!
Jesse L
5.0
7/06/2015
We hired the string trio to play during the ceremony and during our cocktail hour. They were amazing!!
I changed the songs I wanted to play during the ceremony several times and they were very understanding and were prepared the day of the ceremony. Our guests loved the music and it fit well with our venue (William Aiken House)
Carlie R
5.0
6/08/2015
I had a duet play for my ceremony and cocktail hour. They were fantastic! It gave a sense of elegance to both parts of the wedding. Highly recommended!
Janice S
5.0
6/03/2014
I couldn’t recommend Palmetto Strings enough. Lauren was extremely responsive and accommodating throughout the planning process for our wedding. It was very important to me to have my cousin (an opera tenor) sing during our wedding ceremony. I was a bit nervous about how this would work since they would not have much of an opportunity to rehearse prior to the wedding, and the song I requested he sing when I walk down the aisle was not one Palmetto Strings had in their usual repertoire. Lauren put together a special arrangement for this song, went over the details of the arrangement with my cousin prior to the wedding, and arrived at the venue early on our big day to ensure they had time to run through the music together. I was fully expecting to have to mediate between my cousin and Lauren regarding all of the details, and it came as such a pleasant surprise to learn that Lauren had been proactive in reaching out to my cousin and making sure they were on the same page. She completely understood my vision for the music, and has great attention to detail (we had to modify the song to cut out certain verses in the middle to make sure the timing was consistent with the time it took to walk down the aisle).
I would highly recommend booking Palmetto Strings for your ceremony musicians; they offer a wide array of music from classical to contemporary and are extremely professional.
Paige G
5.0
5/15/2014
We chose the string trio from Palmetto Strings to play before and during our ceremony. Lauren was incredibly professional and prompt with her email responses, and she made the whole process very easy. She assisted me with song selections and the trio did a beautiful job of playing exactly what we wanted. I highly recommend Palmetto Strings!
Justine M
5.0
3/13/2014
Lauren Williams was a great point of contact for our ceremony music. Palmetto Strings charge $500 for the ceremony (approximately an hour), and only charge an additional $100 per hour after, so we scheduled them for the cocktail hour as well. We booked the violin/cello duo. Unfortunately, while the groom and I were most excited about these vendors, we got to interact with them very little due to getting ready, photos, etc, but we expected that! The sounds I heard when I was walking down the aisle were just as I had imagined.
Lindsay W
5.0
7/15/2013
I highly recommend Palmetto Strings. Lauren is easy and wonderful to work with. The musicians were there on time, played beautifully, and were high quality musicians. I definitely recommend this vendor!
April P
5.0
4/22/2013
We hired the string trio from Palmetto Strings to perform at our wedding. We also hired them to do a string composition of M79 by Vampire Weekend for our recessional. The composition was amazing and the trio did an excellent job performing at our wedding. They were a pleasure to work with from start to finish and we definitely made the right decision when we hired them to perform at our wedding.
Adrienne B
5.0
12/01/2012
I contacted various string musicians throught Charleston and Palmetto Strings was the most cost effective for what we wanted. Lauren was wonderful to work with in planning our wedding long distance. She was helpful in suggesting songs for the ceremony and was right on time on our special day. Everyone enjoyed the special sound they brought to our celebration.
Stephanie R
5.0
9/27/2012
Palmetto Strings played a selection of contemporary and classical music during both our ceremony and reception. Lauren was a pleasure to work with, providing musical samples and recommendations for our first dance. The trio even learned two special request songs in only a few weeks. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed the live music!
Emily G
4.0
5/02/2012
Lovely playing and wonderful to work with as we planned our wedding!
Catherine D
5.0
4/22/2012
My ceremony music fell through three weeks before my wedding, and thankfully, I heard about the amazing Palmetto Strings. They were highly recommended, and I was so lucky they were available for my date. I emailed them to let them know my situation, and they called me within an hour to let me know they were available for my date. They told me what kinds of ceremony music options they offer and emailed me a list of music pieces they recommend for each part of the ceremony. I chose a violin/cello duo, and I couldn't have been happier with their music for my ceremony. I chose several classic pieces for the whole ceremony, including a hymn and accompaniment to a solo vocalist, and the Palmetto Strings musicians performed each one perfectly! They were happy to play a hymn that was not on their list, so they are willing to learn and play pieces you want for your ceremony. I highly recommend them for a Lowcountry wedding!
Amanda B
5.0
4/16/2012
Their music was beautiful and Lauren the liason was so easy to work work. She made everything so simple!
Marlena M
5.0
6/03/2011
Palmetto Strings was fabulous! I would recommend them to evetyone! They played such beautiful music. We had the string trio and they set such a nice mood at the wedding ceremony. A MUST!
Erika C
5.0
5/15/2011
We used the string duo from Palmetto Strings for our wedding ceremony musicians, and we were very pleased. For our smaller wedding, the string duo was the perfect choice. Palmetto Strings was so easy to work with and played beautifully at our wedding. We are very happy with our choice to go with them for our wedding.
Tara K
5.0
10/30/2010
Lauren and the Palmetto Strings were very good. It was very easy to work with them. The music was just what I wanted. They have a lot of traditional songs as well as modern ones to create a good mix.
Lindy N
5.0
10/21/2010
We loved the performance by the Palmetto Strings. They were able to accommodate our picky music selections and they sounded amazing!
Tricia H
5.0
5/10/2010
I loved that I had a string trio for our ceremony. It is what I had dreamed of my entire life. My fiance and I were very much looking forward to the strings playing.;Even though I did this re-confirm and confirm again the times you expect your musicians there and how long to play. My musicians did not record the time change of our ceremony even though I confirmed it with them and they were 30 minutes late for our ceremony. There was no prelude music for our guests to listen to or be seated to. They barely arrived in time for me to walk down the aisle. No one from the company followed-up with me to apologize and the owner did not seem to care...it was like oh well you live and learn. I had to follow-up on my honeymoon with them to find out the problem. I demanded a refund for half the amount of money they required since they ended up playing half the time they were contracted.
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