5.0
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Elevate your wedding with music from Quartet 515!
Des Moines, IA
Service area
Quartet 515 is amazing! We've been to one of their holiday concerts, where they knocked our socks off! When it came time to planning our wedding, they were the "no brainer" choice for our ceremony & cocktail hour at the Rollins Mansion outdoors. They were an absolute pleasure to work with, they take easy payment methods during a chaotic time, and their song list to choose from had more than enough options...and that's coming from two big music freaks! Highly recommend hiring Quartet 515 for your next event, no matter how big or small. They rock!
Carson W.
5.0
One of my dreams for our wedding was to have a string quartet during our ceremony and Quartet 515 brought that dream to life. They did absolutely amazing and made our day BEAUTIFUL. We still have people commenting on how wonderful their performance was! I highly recommend them. They made our ceremony extra special.
Alyssa K.
5.0
AWARD WINNER
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Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!
Quartet 515 is a Des Moines based string quartet that would love to be a part of your special day. As a group made up of professional musicians with extensive wedding experience, we have the skills and desire to work with you to ensure that your wedding music perfectly complements your ceremony.
For a wedding ceremony, we usually play 20 minutes before and after the ceremony as well as a special song for the wedding party entrance, wedding processional, a unity ceremony, and the recessional. We have a large repertoire of wedding music, but we can also arrange and play a requested song.
For more information about our quartet and to listen to us play, please visit www.quartet515.com.
Asian-owned, LGBTQ+-owned and Woman-owned Business
Details
Instruments
Cello
Viola
Violin
Music Genres
Classical
Hip-Hop
Pop
R&B
Rock
Music Services
Live Music
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Rehearsal Dinner
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Rehearsal Dinner
Awards and Affiliations
2022 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Quartet 515 delivered stunning, elegant music for ceremonies and cocktail hours, with many guests praising their performance. They were professional, punctual, responsive, and easy to coordinate with, offering a wide repertoire and accommodating special requests. Their music truly elevated events and comes highly recommended.Review photos
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Carson W
5.0
10/31/2025
Quartet 515 is amazing! We've been to one of their holiday concerts, where they knocked our socks off! When it came time to planning our wedding, they were the "no brainer" choice ...
for our ceremony & cocktail hour at the Rollins Mansion outdoors. They were an absolute pleasure to work with, they take easy payment methods during a chaotic time, and their song list to choose from had more than enough options...and that's coming from two big music freaks! Highly recommend hiring Quartet 515 for your next event, no matter how big or small. They rock!
Alyssa K
5.0
10/31/2025
One of my dreams for our wedding was to have a string quartet during our ceremony and Quartet 515 brought that dream to life. They did absolutely amazing and made our day BEAUTIFUL...
. We still have people commenting on how wonderful their performance was! I highly recommend them. They made our ceremony extra special.
Any questions?
Grace T
5.0
9/27/2025
My dream was always to have a string quartet play at our ceremony. Quartet 515 delivered!!! They were so easy to coordinate with, they were helpful with planning musical set and so...
flexible. It was so so magical and exceeded all my expectations. I had so many guests comment on how wonderful they were. Having them as our musci for the ceremony and cocktail hour was on of my favorites parts of our wedding.
Amber B
5.0
9/11/2025
We absolutely loved working with Quartet 515! The music was stunning and set the perfect tone for our ceremony. They were so responsive and accommodating, even helping us weave in ...
a few non-traditional elements seamlessly. Everything flowed flawlessly thanks to their professionalism and talent. We can’t recommend them highly enough!
Samantha S
5.0
5/12/2025
Quartet 515 performed at my brother’s wedding, and they were absolutely fantastic. From the moment they began playing, they brought an elegant, vibrant energy to the ceremony and r...
eception. Their musical talent and professionalism were evident in every piece they performed. They learned 4 additional songs outside of their repertoire as requested by the grooms which made their day even more special.
The group was punctual, well-prepared, and incredibly easy to work with throughout the planning process. Guests kept complimenting the music all evening, and it truly elevated the entire event.
I highly recommend Quartet 515 for any special occasion—wedding or otherwise. They exceeded all expectations and helped make the day unforgettable.
Cheyenne M
5.0
12/30/2024
We hired Quartet 515 for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, and they truly elevated the entire day with their beautiful music. From the planning process to the event itself, t...
hey were an absolute joy to work with. Their extensive song list made it so easy to choose the perfect music for our special moments.
On the big day, they delivered flawlessly! We received countless compliments from our guests about how their performance added such a magical and elegant touch to the atmosphere. I cannot recommend Quartet 515 enough—they are professional, talented, and genuinely made our wedding unforgettable. If you’re looking for a string quartet for your event, look no further!
Jessica R
5.0
6/04/2024
515 Quartet is absolutely amazing! I don't have enough good things to say about their musical gifts/talents and the ease of communication. I worked directly with Hannah, who was qu...
ick to respond, so helpful and very accommodating with any requests/questions. She attended rehearsal and stayed the entire hour to make sure all questions were answered/details confirmed. The music at our Wedding Mass was simply stunning, and 515 Quartet worked seamlessly with our outside lector. Numerous guests have complemented the music of 515 Quartet. I would absolutely recommend to any/everyone
Tiana K
5.0
9/10/2023
Quartet 515 did the music for my ceremony and it was absolutely beautiful. They are organized, punctual and really know what they are doing. It was my dream to have a quartet at my...
wedding and they really outdid themselves. I would 1000% recommend!
Matt M
5.0
7/21/2023
Quartet 515 played beautifully at our outdoor ceremony! They were organized and easy to communicate with throughout the planning process. We loved that they were willing to learn a...
custom song for us. We couldn't recommend this Quartet more. LGBTQ friendly as well!
Sara O
5.0
5/20/2023
We are so glad we had Quartet515 as part of our wedding day! Their beautiful music added so much to the ceremony. They are very professional in the way they communicate and present...
themselves.
Kate K
5.0
11/09/2021
This group was a highlight of the wedding for me and several of my guests. They sounded like perfection and Hanna is so easy to work with to ensure you get the performance you are ...
wanting. Would highly recommend!
Samantha G
5.0
10/22/2021
Quartet 515 was professional and played beautifully for our wedding ceremony! They handled by Type A controlling personality well for our pre-ceremony music and worked with us to a...
ccompany a soloist while we signed our marriage certificate. So glad we hired them!
Julie P
5.0
6/02/2021
We were thrilled to have Quartet 515 play for our daughter's wedding ceremony. They are exceptional musicians, and we found them to be professional, responsive, and accommodating a...
s well. Thank you for playing for us!
Alexandra P
5.0
5/17/2021
Quartet 515 was wonderful to work with! I had reached out to them after we decided to move locations a few months out from our wedding day in March. I worked with Hanna, who was so...
responsive and answered any questions that I had. We received so many compliments from our guests afterwards. I requested a custom song choice for walking down the aisle to and it was so beautiful. My husband and I would highly recommend booking with Quartet 515 to any couple. Thank you so much!
Sarah Z
5.0
4/27/2021
They were professional, timely, prepared, and played BEAUTIFULLY -- working with the quartet was the easiest vendor in my wedding planning. Everything went flawlessly and their sou...
nd was gorgeous!
Sarah S
5.0
9/04/2020
Quartet 515 did an amazing job at our wedding! I would highly recommend them - very beautiful music!
Holly S
5.0
10/29/2019
Having been a fellow musician to the members of Quartet 515, they were my number 1 must have at my wedding. We booked them before anything else. They learned a new piece to accompa...
ny two singers at the ceremony and made my walk down the aisle the most magical moment I could have imagined. Our guests were impressed and I was overjoyed with how flexible and professional they were. From the moment we booked them I no longer had to stress about the music. Thank you for helping make my Dream day a reality!
Cathie T
5.0
10/17/2019
Quartet 515 was great to work with! They had a vast array of music to select from and gave my daughter guidance in her final selections. Their professionalism, punctuality and fla...
wless presentation were much appreciated! We are a family who enjoys music and they exceeded our high expectations!! Thank you 515!!
Gabby G
5.0
10/07/2019
My fiancé and I were thrilled to be able to hire Quartet515 for our wedding ceremony. The communication through the process of hiring them, during the planning process, during the ...
ceremony and even after the event was top notch. We had the PERFECT day because of these wonderfully talented musicians. The praise we received from guests was phenomenal too. Highly recommended for any event, especially wedding ceremony.
Julie S
5.0
9/07/2019
As a music major, I had high standards for the music at my wedding. Quartet 515 consists of absolute professionals. Hana did an amazing job communicating and following through with...
exactly what I wanted. It actually started raining in the middle of our outdoor ceremony, and Quartet 515 was able to think on the spot and take cover (without a sound!) while still playing our recessional. If you want beautiful music and impressed guests, Quartet 515 is the easy choice!
Anne C
5.0
8/07/2019
Quartet 515 played during our wedding ceremony and it was BEAUTIFUL! I had nothing to worry about come our big day as I knew the quartet would be professional, on time, and sound a...
mazing. They played while our guests arrived and also as they filed out of the room for cocktail hour. They played both contemporary and classical per our request! Definitely recommend using Quartet 515 for your next event - beats any DJ or sound system!
Lisa S
5.0
5/24/2019
We loved Quartet 515 for our wedding. We had them as just a cello and violin duet and it was beautiful. They were prompt with responses and easy to work with. Plenty of song select...
ions and flexibility to customize our ceremony! I highly recommend them!!
Amanda J
5.0
5/13/2019
Quartet 515 was great to work with and really put the beautiful, finishing touch we needed for our ceremony. Hanna was easy to work with and very prompt with responses. Highly reco...
mmend!
Katelyn G
5.0
1/17/2019
Quartet 515 was very professional in correspondence, and played beautifully for our wedding. I would highly recommend them!
Brittany N
5.0
11/19/2018
We hired Quartet 515’s string quartet for our wedding ceremony, and they were very professional and talented. They made our ceremony extra beautiful and classy. Definitely would re...
commend!
Brittany E
5.0
10/20/2018
Where do I even start to sing enough praise to this group??!? Having a string quartet at my wedding was one of my biggest wishes, and this group exceeded what I always dreamed of. ...
They first off were just amazing performers and they have great song selection. They also are extremely professional and quick to respond. But what really made them amazing was that they played outside in 45 degree cloudy weather, which is not ideal for their instruments. I also always wanted my ceremony outside and since they were sweet enough to play outside it became a reality. Would recommend to everyone!!!
Anna G
5.0
9/06/2018
"Set the tone" for an elegant and vibrant wedding ceremony!! Our guests were more than impressed by the musicianship and ease of transition between pieces. Excellent communication ...
and promptness for our meeting, rehearsal and wedding ceremony ! Five star rating!!!
Madison G
5.0
8/07/2018
I could not recommend Q515 more - they were so amazing! From timely responses to emails, to a phone call that melted the stress away regarding our vision for the wedding ceremony. ...
They were professional, needed very little from us regarding setup and my favorite part, they composed two custom songs for our ceremony that we will never forget!
John M
5.0
7/13/2018
Excellent communication. Made our wedding ceremony elegant and fun. People were very impressed and asked how I found them. Was a surprise for the bride, and she was in tears with h...
ow great they sounded and made our ceremony so memorable.
Celia H
5.0
6/12/2018
Quartet 515 went above and beyond to make my wedding ceremony everything I had dreamed of. They were always quick to respond, professional, and very accommodating. I made several s...
pecific requests and they were happy to fulfill them with a little extra cost. Quartet 515 was great to work with, not to mention their playing was spectacular!
Elizabeth P
5.0
6/01/2018
We were so fortunate to have this remarkable group perform at our outdoor wedding ceremony. Their flawless renditions of our favorite songs truly enhanced the emotions and sentime...
nts of the day. Their performance was unforgettable not only for my husband and I, but for everyone in attendance, as evidenced by countless rave reviews.
Lucy G
5.0
12/28/2017
515 Quartet is the BEST! One of the best decisions we made in regards to our wedding. We had them play for our wedding ceremony. They were very easy to communicate with right fro...
m the start. We still have people from our wedding telling us how exceptional the music was at our ceremony!
Erin S
5.0
11/03/2017
The Quartet 515 sounded absolutely beautiful during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour! They were so accommodating and very professional!
Mackenzie A
5.0
10/04/2017
So easy to work with and just beyond amazing! A string quartet was on my wedding wish list and I'm so happy we found Quartet 515! For the ceremony, we chose one song off of their r...
epertoire list and two that weren't. For the cocktail hour, they did a modern choice of songs. It all sounded SO good! Highly recommend!
Samantha K
5.0
8/22/2017
We hired Quartet 515 for our wedding at Glen Oaks Country Club to play for the ceremony and for the cocktail hour. They were very accommodating and responsive in communications an...
d music selections leading up to the wedding, and they played simply beautifully on our wedding day. I am just thrilled with how everything worked out! Thank you!!
Emily C
5.0
8/18/2017
Before I even had my wedding dress, my mom hired Quartet 515 for my wedding. Hanna was amazing to work with and answered all emails very quickly. I was able to pay a little extra f...
or the quartet to play a song that was not previously in their playlist and it sounded amazing! They also played during our cocktail hour and although we weren't present for that part of the evening, our guests couldn't stop talking about how great the music was! Do not hesitate to hire Quartet 515!
Emma B
5.0
7/05/2017
Quartet 515 played at both our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. They were not only professional, prompt, and friendly, but also incredibly talented. I think all brides know ho...
w hectic the wedding day can be, and Hanna made everything so easy and stress-free. Their music brought many guests to tears, and I could not have imagined how much their music would add to my special day. Thank you Hanna, and Quartet 515!
Katherine B
5.0
6/21/2017
Amazing, amazing, amazing! Hanna and Nina were so helpful through the process of making sure everything would be ready for our wedding day. They even recreated The Office theme son...
g upon request and made it special. Everyone, LOVED IT! They are very talented and highly qualified to give you and your guests a wonderful experience for your big day.
Sami S
5.0
5/28/2017
We asked Quartet 515 to perform the music at our wedding ceremony, and it was absolutely perfect. We couldn't have asked for more professionalism, and they really are some of the m...
ost talented wedding musicians you could hire. We got so many compliments on the songs (which we chose from their set list), and they really brought the whole ceremony space together. I highly suggest working with them if you're a sucker for beautiful strings like we are! Thank you so much, Quartet 515!
Lyndsi T
5.0
4/26/2017
Quartet 515 was professional, accommodating, and played beautifully at our wedding ceremony. When we enlisted their services, Hanna was quick to reply to our questions. We did pa...
y extra to have a member at our rehearsal, which was well worth it. We had several attendees comment both during and after our wedding day that they really enjoyed the musical selections. I would highly recommend!
Meredith L
5.0
4/26/2017
We had a lovely experience with Quartet515. They were professional and easy to work with before our wedding, and offered prompt responses to our emails. They have a large repertoir...
e that they provided to us months in advance (and we took a long time to decide!). The music during our ceremony was beautiful, and the price was more than reasonable. I would definitely recommend them.
Amy S
5.0
4/22/2017
Beautiful music for our wedding. They have a large repertoire and were very easy to work with.
Kirsten A
5.0
9/25/2016
Hanna and Nina provided music for our wedding ceremony, and it was absolutely beautiful! They helped me pick the music for the ceremony when I had no idea where to start. They work...
ed with our church coordinator the day of, so everything went so smoothly. They are so talented and professional, and they definitely added a special touch to our ceremony. I highly recommend them!
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