Seven Hills String Duo

he groom's mother which went off perfectly. They were professional and fun, and included my younger cousins in the cocktail hour. We can't recommend them enough!

vived the torrential downpour after the ceremony with smiles on their faces! Their music was so beautiful and exactly what we were hoping for!

ssly. If you are considering booking Seven Hills String Duo you will be glad you did!

and proactive - we wish all our vendors had been so easy to work with.

n happy to do the songs we picked, and helped figure out the little details with them. And most importantly, the music was absolutely breathtaking. I was about to walk down the aisle and heard the music and it was so hauntingly lovely. If you want professionalism, someone who is obviously passionate about what they do, and the prettiest music at your wedding - hire Benjamin.

rompt and courteous in our email correspondence. We were so lucky that they could perform during our special day, and as a professional event planner (outside of my own wedding) I hope to work with them for future events.

d played violin), so Ben and Eddy were the first vendor we booked after booking the venue. Ben was extremely responsive, flexible, and easy to work with throughout the planning process. They have an expansive song list to choose from, and they even are willing to custom arrange songs if you have any special requests. I also hired a videographer, who recorded a few of their songs for our wedding video. I had tears in my eyes when I heard the songs I didn’t get an opportunity to hear during the ceremony and cocktail hour. They have such a beautiful sound. We received so many compliments from our guests on our music, and I highly recommend Ben and Eddy!

elected for the cocktail hour was just perfect. I am so happy they were able to play for my wedding at Ault Park!

d their music is beautiful. Absolutely worth every penny. I would recommend them to everyone who asks without hesitation. You will not regret choosing Benjamin Thomas String Duo!!

that they really enjoyed their music while waiting for the ceremony to begin. They created the most amazing and sweet ambiance for the ceremony. The custom arrangements were the perfect personal touch to our ceremony- I was absolutely blown away!! Benjamin was always so prompt and professional in his correspondence- he was a pleasure to work with!

sure to work with! Highly recommended!

he music at the ceremony and the cocktail hour worked well together without feeling like a repeat of each other. We had a special request for a very non-traditional song and they made it happen. The guest loved it and added great energy to the event. I would recommend them to anyone!

me 2 days before the wedding. In a panic, I frantically started making calls and as luck would have it I was pointed in the direction of Ben and Eddy, complete strangers to me at the time, they agreed to learn all of the music and play my friends wedding in less than 2 days. They did it with grace and a genuine kindness that is matched only by their extraordinary musicianship. Since that first wedding, I have had the pleasure of collaborating with them in 2 other weddings. As a novice vocalist, it gives me so much comfort knowing that they are there to accompany me. Their ability to play a wide range of musical styles and create arrangements that capture the vision of the bride and groom is unparalleled. They are absolutely my first and ONLY call for any performance needs. I adore them as individuals and artists!

e incredible. My guests raved about the Sring Duo, and I would hire them again and again and recommend them to anyone who appreciates talented live musicians. I cannot say enough good things!

e of the word. Their experience is evident as soon as they begin playing. Give these guys a try!

be, but you also know you can trust him to be timely in answering your questions and being prepared for the event. He was also easily able to custom arrange a few songs we wanted him and Eddy to play with no problems. He and Eddy played for dinner at our reception as well. I wasn't super picky about the music, but I told him the "vibe" we wanted, and he picked the perfect songs. We didn't even have a place set up for them to play really (oversight on my part), but they quickly set up in a good area and started playing, with no comments or questions. They just sort of stuck around in the background, taking care of it and making sure not to freak the bride out. :) If you hire Ben, there is no doubt that the music will be amazing, but you will also find he is professional and quick to respond to questions. I highly recommend Ben and Eddy!

what I did hear was beautiful and exactly what I wanted for my wedding ceremony. Even a special request song, The Wedding Song by Peter, Paul, and Mary, was perfect. Highly recommended.

f our favorite and most loved tunes were absolutely beautiful. I could have listened to them all night. Stunning. And we weren't the only ones who were impressed. Our guests loved them! The music they played added the perfect touch to our ceremony.

y. They made our special day even more perfect! Their music helped exude an atmosphere of romantic elegance my husband and I were looking for. From the preparations before the big day to the day itself, Ben was professional and willing to accommodate our requests. We received many compliments on the music and I couldn't be more happy with the songs they played. We easily recommend Ben and Eddy to anyone!!

wife and I wanted our gathered friends and family to experience. Their repertoire is truly limitless (classical, Beatles, everything in between) and every piece is thoughtfully arranged. Guests had many, many compliments to the pair for creating an upbeat mood and having just the right presence. Arranging the details beforehand was a breeze, as Ben is great with email and will take any suggestions, while at the same time encouraging you to relax and plan the rest of your day...rest assured, the music is in very good hands.

hat they would learn if they didn't have that. I would def. recommend to any bride wanting fabulous music for their ceremony!

g the Bride I didn't get to enjoy a lot of what he played because I was hidden :) but all of our friends and family had nothing but wonderful compliments to say. I tend to be overly anxious about things, especially my own wedding, and want to have control, but one thing I didn't have to worry about was this. He was early, dressed sharp and took care of himself, leaving us no stress as it came to music. He turned my wedding ceremony into exactly what I was looking for - romantic, classy and on point! I would most definitely recommend him to ANYONE and already have! I can't thank him enough!

ony and they were a beautiful addition to our day. Even when there was a little confusion on our parts, Benjamin and Eddy were so calm and gracious. Not to mention they looked great in their suits! It was effortless working with Benjamin to plan the music and the best part is he is so sweet and kind. I would recommend them for anyone thinking of having beautiful live string music for their special occasion. It was a joy to have them be a part of our celebration. We are so thankful for them and their extraordinary talent!

ality of song selection and performance. The email exchange with Ben leading up to the Big Day was friendly and comforting. We knew that as the wedding drew near, we would be busy with all the details, but Ben made us feel like the music wasn’t going to be any concern. And he was right. When we arrived at the reception, they had already been playing for an hour. As our guests greeted us, we received the usually compliments followed by, “These guys are great! Where did you find them?” For my husband and I, music is a very important part of our lives, so it made sense to share our love of music with our friends and family. Ben and Steve delivered high quality gypsy-jazz as requested, as well as a few songs we had requested for our first dance and our dances with our parents. Even at double the price, Ben+ is worth it for the quality, professionalism, personalism, and piece of mind that he provides to what should be one of the happiest days of your life.

looking forward to hearing them again when they play at a local event.

phone and via e-mail and helped us get the feel of the music right for the wedding. They were able to learn a specific song for my walk down the isle, that really helped make the day. They were on time the day of, and the music sounded beautiful! It was really perfect. I would recommend him without reservation.

my request for the walk down the aisle, "A Tale as Old as Time" from the Beauty and the Beast film. We've received several favorable comments from wedding guests who enjoyed their music and we all agree that their beautiful performance helped to complete the ceremony.

was so awesome. Ben and Eddy played Canon in D beautifully as I walked down the aisle. They played Ave Maria during our candle ceremony, and played "Signed Sealed Delivered" for our recessional (not to mention all the other songs they played before the ceremony!) Their range is truly remarkable. Ben was also so professional and emailed me back right away every time I had a question. He was very flexible and such a pleasure to work with. Thank you to Ben and Eddy for helping make my ceremony perfect!!

ically good (some of those runs were incredibly complicated), but he has his own unique take on the music which made our wedding oh so special. I had a few specific pieces of sheet music I wanted, but for the others, I only had to give him the name of the song and Ben crafted the score. He is SO much more than a point and play musician. I’ve known Ben for several years through his many musical performances around Cincinnati. Whatever the ensemble, Ben presents authenticity and technical tightness. It’s always a privilege to hear him play and see the diversity of what he can do (not just guitar, but banjo, mandolin…; not just classical, but jazz, bluegrass, contemporary…). He’s also incredibly professional and pleasant, arriving on time and asking excellent questions about our preferences. No diva musician here.

rofessional classical musician) when we were planning the music for our recent wedding on Feb. 22nd, 2014. Ben joined a band of our friends on the banjo during the wedding ceremony, but really stole the show with his jazz guitar playing in the jazz combo we had during the reception. He's a joy to work with, an absolute professional, and whether he has an acoustic guitar, jazz guitar, banjo, mandolin or even a broomstick in his hand, amazing sounds are sure to result. I can't say enough about Ben's sensitivity as a musician and his talent, AND though we did not hire the String Duo for our wedding, I am also familiar with Edy's playing and would not hesitate to recommend them to any and every bride looking for excellent live music!

enjamin Thomas String Duo team! The music was fantastic and Steve and I couldn't have been more thrilled to have them play for our ceremony! First, very talented! Most guests commented how lovely the music was before and after. Second, so professional to work with and so worth every penny! I would recommend to anyone for a fresh, new view on the idea of having ceremony music. You will love working with them. Thank you Benjamin and company! Sincerely, Kathy & Steve Wills

so was passionate about making music. We had a lot of music enthusiasts at the wedding and all of them were VERY impressed with the quality of the music and we had many people ask us who they were and how did we find such a great jazz trio?! Benjamin was really good natured and easy to work with, and he was great and worked with us given that we had budget constraints. We both could not be happier with their timeliness, talent, and appearance. GREAT!

Song"), which was very special. While we preferred more contemporary music, they also offer classical pieces. These gentlemen were the best kind of wedding vendor: I had no worries about them whatsoever! An incredibly reasonable price as well. I would recommend them to anyone!

housand Years" during the ceremony and he had it arranged and it was perfect the day of! The music was so beautiful it, it brought tears to so many eyes, and it is definitely something I will always remember from my wedding day. These two men are SO talented! My sister had them at her wedding last year and they did an amazing job again at my wedding this year! They are an amazing price for the music they play.

ddled with budgets, guest lists, drama, etc etc. His strings provided a moment of introspection during a very special, but very busy day. We’ve received so many comments on how perfectly the String Duo fit into the wedding. I'm--we're--forever grateful that throughout our married lives we will be able to listen to “A Thousand Years” (chosen as an interlude during the service) and, like a bookmark to a favorite chapter, be transported back. Back to standing in front of our family and friends. Back to the happiest day of our lives. Absolutely recommended. Our wedding was 150 people.

nts on their lovely performance and professionalism! They were so easy to work with; they allowed me to choose the music, while still providing suggestions based on our ceremony style. They performed a few songs; songs from "Cannon in D" to "All We Need Is Love". They are diverse and still classic at the same time. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND the Benjamin Thomas String Duo to all of my friends and family!