Music for any Occasion - Classical or Contemporary
$600 starting price
Indiana, Louisville, Lexington, Chicago
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Grace Meier
CO-OWNER, CELLIST
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AWARD WINNER (8X)
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The Deoc Ensemble is one of the most sought after ensembles in Indiana with an extensive range of music for any kind of event. Our group performs both classical music as well as arrangements of popular non-classical songs. We'll be delighted to guide you through the process of selecting pieces for your occasion and help you to make the best choice! Whether you need music for receptions, weddings, or event gatherings, our ensemble will provide the best performance for you.
LGBTQ+-owned and Woman-owned Business
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Couples usually spend $1,200
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Instruments
Cello
Viola
Violin
Vocals
Music Genres
Celtic
Classical
Country
Folk
Jazz
Pop
Rock
Music Services
Live Music
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
Rehearsal Dinner
Wedding
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Grace MeierCo-Owner, CellistGrace Meier studied Music Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education at Indiana University, graduating in 2015 after 3 semesters of student teaching in urban Indianapolis public schools. Following two years of teaching Special Education, she made the hard decision to leave the world of education and dedicate fully to The Deoc Ensemble. Although Grace misses her students, working for Deoc is truly a dream come true! Although she began her musical studies on the violin, Grace began playing the cello at the age of nine under the instruction of Dona Vellek Klein. During her high school years, Grace performed with the New World Symphony Orchestras and studied with Ingrid Fischer-Bellman. In addition, she performed as a soloist at The Palladium in Carmel, Indiana. While at the Jacobs School of Music, Grace continued her training in the Starker method as she studied with Benjamin Karp and Adriana Contino. When she is not performing, Grace loves spending time with her husband and son. Her passions include hiking, spending time in her community of Speedway, and reading.
- Sean KilgoreCo-Owner, Violinist and ViolistSean Kilgore began playing viola at age 10, beginning his studies with Kathy Hershberger shortly after. Sean performed with the New World Youth Orchestras and the Honors Orchestra of America throughout high school and studied with Eva Lieberman until he went to Butler University. Sean has an extensive educational background. He graduated from Butler University in 2015, studying Arts Administration. He was fortunate to study viola with Richard Clark and participate in many ballets, chamber performances, and operas throughout his studies. In 2017, he made the decision to attend Indiana University, McKinney School of Law, graduating in 2020 with his J.D. and certificate in Intellectual Property Law. Sean continued his education at Indiana University, graduating in May 2021 with his M.S. in Cybersecurity & Risk Management. He is now a licensed attorney in Indiana, working for the United States District Courts as a Judicial Law Clerk. When he is not performing or working, Sean can be found traveling or enjoying the outdoors with his dog and husband.
- Tricia BonnerContractor - Music LibrarianTricia Bonner is an active performer in the Indianapolis area, bringing passion and elegance to both classical and new art music. An avid chamber musician, Tricia frequently performs with colleagues in diverse organizations and ensembles including Classical Music Indy, the Deoc Ensemble, and her own violin-piano duo Ascending, co-founded in 2014 with pianist Caitlin Frasure. She also holds a position in the Carmel Symphony Orchestra, and shares her joy in music with her private violin studio and growing family.
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5.0
out of 5.097 reviews
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The Deoc Ensemble received outstanding reviews for their performance at weddings, with many reviewers emphasizing their professionalism, responsiveness, and talent. Couples praised the seamless communication and organization from planning to execution, as well as the beautiful music that added elegance and charm to their ceremonies and cocktail hours. Reviewers highlighted the ease of working with Sean, Grace, and the rest of the team, along with the repertoire of classical and pop songs that catered to various preferences. The Deoc Ensemble was commended for making weddings unique and magical, with several guests and bridal parties expressing delight and recommending the ensemble for live music at events.Review photos
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Al S
5.0
4/03/2025
Sean, Grace, and their team and absolutely incredible! Would recommend them to anybody wanting a unique wedding experience!! Used them for our cocktail hour at our reception and received so many compliments on how cool the experience was!
Annie N
5.0
12/26/2024
The Deoc Ensemble was amazing! They were professional, helpful, and responsive. I would definitely recommend them for your next event!
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Annie W
5.0
12/11/2024
We had a wonderful experience with Deoc Ensemble performing the music for our wedding ceremony. The process of working with Sean and the team was smooth from beginning to end. Highly recommend for anyone who is searching for musicians!
Alexis W
5.0
12/09/2024
They were awesome! Easy to work with and great communication! Highly recommend!
Olivia H
5.0
11/26/2024
The Deoc Ensemble was absolutely incredible for our wedding! I don’t have a bad thing to say about working with them from start to finish. Communication, getting a quote, payment, and most importantly working through a schedule and song choices were all so easy. Grace provided helpful insight into how many songs we would need, how to plan for the bridal party and bridal entrance, and was able to accommodate a hymn we requested with ease! We had a duet, violin and cello, play prior to the ceremony and during the ceremony, and I couldn’t recommend them more if you’re looking for beautiful, classical music. And their repertoire included so many fun pop songs as well that kept us and our guests smiling the whole time. 10/10 recommend!!
Abbey S
5.0
10/31/2024
We are so grateful for The Deoc Ensemble! They did an amazing job and are very responsive. Thank you so much!
Kendall B
5.0
10/31/2024
The trio was amazing and added such beautiful music to our ceremony! Each song was personally picked by us and they did a wonderful job of catering to our preferences. Sean was great to coordinate with and was helpful and insightful in the selection process!
Elly H
5.0
10/21/2024
The Deoc team made our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour truly magical. The prelude music was beautiful, and the music walking down the aisle was exactly what I dreamed of! So many of our guests and wedding party commented on how beautiful the music was! This was one of those "do we really need to spend the money on this?" vendors and I am SO glad that we did!
My dad just kept saying "it's like Bridgerton!"
Molly C
5.0
9/24/2024
The DEOC Ensemble played at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, and we couldn’t be more thrilled they were apart of our wedding! The beautiful music added an elegant, personal touch to our special day. It truly made our wedding feel unique. Sean was a joy to work with throughout the planning process—he was incredibly responsive and accommodating and ensured every detail was exactly how we envisioned. Their talent, professionalism, and dedication to creating the perfect atmosphere exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend DEOC to anyone looking for stunning live music for their event!
Lauren S
5.0
9/23/2024
We looked a duet (cellist and violinist) for our September wedding to play during the ceremony and cocktail hour and it was absolutely perfect. Sean was very responsive leading up to the wedding date and our two soloists showed up early day of to get set up and we’re very professional. The live music set the entire tone for our wedding ceremony and we received many compliments on the cocktail hour music as well. I highly recommend booking Deoc for your wedding!!
Rachell C
5.0
9/15/2024
The Deoc Ensemble made our outdoor wedding epic and heavenly! We've received so many compliments on their pieces before the ceremony, and they were able to play each song I requested for the ceremony itself! 10/10 would recommend this ensemble to add all the magic to your special day!
Monica P
5.0
8/30/2024
So many compliments for the Deoc Ensemble! They played all the songs that I had requested. Very easy and responsive to work with and they played with grace! Highly recommend!
Christine G
5.0
8/26/2024
My partner and I got married in June 2024 and absolutely loved working with Sean and his team! They were communicative, professional, and incredibly talented. Highly recommend working with this team!
Danielle L
5.0
8/09/2024
I highly recommend Deoc Ensemble! We had them for cocktail hour and dinner music during our reception. Sean was very easy to work with and the ensemble was excellent. They play a variety of music, including a lot of pop songs which everyone really enjoyed! The music was absolutely beautiful.
Emily V
5.0
7/30/2024
There are not enough praises to sing about the Deoc Ensemble. As a wedding planner, I can be very picky with who I work with but the Deoc Ensemble is always a go to for me. Grace and Sean are kind, professional, and you can truly tell they love their job. So lucky I get to work beside them!
Ella M
5.0
7/15/2024
Had the DEOC Trio for my summer wedding and they were amazing! So many guests came up to me telling me they felt like they were in a movie. Sean and Grace were very professional and helpful leading up to the wedding. Couldn't recommend them enough!
karen v
5.0
6/27/2024
Sean and his Trio team were fantastic on our daughter's wedding day! From the very beginning, communication was timely and professional. Sean made music selection easy with suggestions and also listened to Elaina's choices as well. They came to the wedding on time for set up, practice and were professionally dressed. The trio played during arrival of guests and several seating of the party. They also played for our cocktail hour. Guests remarked to me , how lovely the music sounded out on the patio. The trio coordinated well with our DJ as well. Overall, an excellent vendor !
Sydney L
5.0
6/10/2024
Booked a violinist and cellist duet for our ceremony and cocktail hour and thought they did a fantastic job. They played beautiful music and I can’t recommend them enough.
Zoe E
5.0
6/10/2024
We had an amazing experience with the Deoc Ensemble. We had them play during our outdoor ceremony and it was perfect. So many guests commented on how great they were and we would recommend them in a heartbeat. They were professional, easy to communicate with, and had an excellent music selection. Thank you for helping make our wedding day so great!!
Alec F
5.0
6/09/2024
We had a phenomenal experience with the Deoc ensemble for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. From the planning leading up to the day all the way to the actual performance, we always felt like they knew exactly what to do and how to do it. They flawlessly played all the music we planned for and hit all the transitions without a hitch. If you want a string trio or quartet for your ceremony, this is the group for you!
Ian I
5.0
5/08/2024
I am a musician so naturally had high standards for the music part of our wedding. The trio was prepared, played flawlessly, and made our wedding day so special. They also communicated very well leading up to our big day and made the whole process so easy. I would hire them again in a heartbeat!
Malin H
5.0
4/12/2024
Sean, Grace, and the rest of the Deoc Ensemble group were without a doubt one of the highlights of our wedding. For starters, they were SO professional, great communicators throughout the entire planning process, and made it so easy to work with them from beginning to end. They were super flexible, honored our requests, and just really seem like incredible people. Our guests were amazed by them on the big day, and their playing really elevated the space and ambiance of the wedding. I could not recommend them more and I am SO thankful that I found them. If you're considering a string trio/quartet at your big event, you have to have them there, you absolutely won't regret it! If I could give 6 stars I would!!
Haley S
5.0
12/28/2023
Sean and Grace are the dream team! They cooperated with all of our extra requests, even rehearsing all the new music ahead of time to make sure it sounded perfect on our wedding day. They are professional, easy to work with, and so much fun!
Belinda J
5.0
12/18/2023
We were so fortunate to have The Deoc Ensemble perform at our wedding! Over the years, we've heard them play at weddings, cocktail hours, and church performances, such as the annual Holy Season Concert at St. Mark, as well as following them on Facebook. The music they play is flawless, they are highly professional, and Grace and Sean run their business with the utmost integrity. Working with Deoc from the beginning of the process to the end was seamless. Their website is very easy to navigate and Grace responded to our questions in a very timely manner. We decided to have a violin and cello duet which was perfect for our venue. Choosing the repertoire was not as overwhelming as we feared. Grace helped us choose the perfect songs, even hiring a musician to arrange a song just for our ceremony. The flexibility of the musicians was outstanding. They played an extra long prelude as we were waiting for late guests to arrive. Also, the air conditioning was not working well, and they were in a fairly tight space, but the players had the most wonderful disposition throughout the entire ceremony, while playing so beautifully. We highly recommend the Deoc Ensemble and would hire them again for a special event.
Courtney H
5.0
12/18/2023
After hearing DEOC play at another wedding, they were my fiancée's only 'must book' vendor. They were absolutely phenomenal throughout the planning process. Grace was timely, kind, and truly wanted to make our wedding reflect our vision through music. Their repertoire is vast and they even transposed some of our favorite and most meaningful songs so that they could be used in our ceremony. We got so many complements about DEOC and what they brought to our ceremony and wedding. Truly one of the best decisions we made throughout the wedding planning process was booking the DEOC Ensemble.
Max B
5.0
12/14/2023
We absolutely LOVED having the Deoc Ensemble as a part of our wedding day. Having their music play during the ceremony and cocktail hour added such an elegance to the event, and so many guests commented on how much they loved it. They were extremely organized and easy to work with prior to the event, and they knew exactly what to do day-of.
Abbey B
5.0
12/12/2023
The Deoc Ensemble has a very clear process and is helpful to make your music selections for both the wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. They played so beautifully and it really elevated our wedding day. Everyone is so friendly, professional and talented. They also have a very extensive catalog that helps you express who you are as a couple.
Jennifer K
5.0
12/04/2023
I loved working with Grace and I'm grateful to everyone in Deoc for helping to make my ceremony beautiful! Grace was always willing to hop on Zoom to talk and was so responsive via email. I loved their song choices and Grace helped me put together the perfect "playlist" that fit the vibe I was looking for. They have YouTube videos that let you listen to the songs before choosing them, which was SO helpful. Everything was beautiful with their touch to my ceremony and I would recommend them without any hesitation!
Adrienne E
5.0
12/01/2023
We used Deoc for our annual women’s event in Indianapolis, Flourish Indy. Communication and expectations set on our first call made for a seamless process. They were on time, so lovely to work with and played a beautiful set that had some of our guests in tears! Highly recommend.
Haley L
5.0
11/07/2023
Words cannot describe how thrilled I am to have hired Deoc Ensemble! Sean and Grace were easy to communicate with and we only hired a quartet for the ceremony. We got so many compliments on our big day and it was performed beautifully! I loved how they can do a personalized song request too! If you love love music for your wedding, this is your calling to hire this group! Thank you for being a part of our special day!
Lindsey B
5.0
9/05/2023
Grace and her team are excellent! They really set the tone for a beautiful wedding. Great and varied music selection.
Caitlin B
5.0
7/20/2023
We hired The Deoc Ensemble to play music for our ceremony and the cocktail hour and they were amazing. They made it so easy for us to pick songs and it sounded absolutely beautiful. I got so many compliments from people after about how great of a job they did and how the music was so good. It really helped to add a special touch to our day. They were so great and easy to work with during the wedding planning process and would quickly respond. 10/10 recommend hiring them for your wedding!!! They also have a huge list of songs that you can choose from, if you are wanting a song played, they probably have it on their list!
Caity W
5.0
12/29/2022
The Deoc Ensemble are not only talented and versatile musicians, but true event professionals who can adapt to fit the goals and needs of the event. The Indy airport has hired them twice in 2022 and plan to do so again in 2023. The first time we booked them, we were looking for some last-minute live music for guests during a particularly busy early morning in the terminal. Grace and the Deoc Ensemble team quickly coordinated a set list that would appeal to a broad audience. Despite the short notice, they exhibited professionalism, attention to detail, and creativity. We hired them again to play soundtracks and film scores for a movie-themed event. The event took place post-security requiring some complicated screening protocol. These security procedures can intimidate or frustrate some musicians but the Deoc Ensemble took it in stride. Cannot say enough positive things about Grace and the Deoc Ensemble team!
Little Wish F
5.0
12/23/2022
DEOC was so kind in comping their services for our annual Gala. They not only offered complimentary services without being prompted, but they also stepped in last minute to start playing earlier than we had originally discussed with no complaints! Our guests loved the added element and ambience they created and brought to our event, and we loved working with them.
Jessie E
5.0
12/22/2022
Grace and the Deoc ensemble are absolutely wonderful. So talented and make everything sound beautiful. Very flexible and willing to help, not just with music but talk you through other ideas and related things too. Willing to advocate for you and good at making suggestions. They have a great repertoire list too. I highly recommend them and would hire them again!
Jim B
5.0
12/21/2022
I hired Deoc for a ribbon cutting for my employer. They were prompt, professional and talented. People were interacting with them asking for them to play requests. I would hire them again and again!
Emily E
5.0
12/21/2022
I had heard such great things about the Deoc Ensemble, so when I started planning my wedding, I knew I needed to book them right away. Grace and her team are so easy to work with and took time to make sure everything was perfect. They did an amazing job at the wedding and so many of my guests had great things to say about them. I highly recommend The Deoc Ensemble.
Carolyn H
5.0
12/20/2022
We are so happy we chose DEOC for our wedding! Grace met with us in advance to discuss song choices and helped us tailor our ceremony to be perfect for US... including a special song for our Canine Processional, when our dogs walked down the aisle! She made excellent recommendations, and the day of, the music was amazing. I highly recommend!
Christina P
5.0
9/14/2022
AMAZINGGGGGG. They are so good at what they do and just sound so beautiful. Thank you for making our ceremony and cocktail hour everything we dreamed of!!
Kelsey B
5.0
7/20/2022
What a phenomenal vendor to work with! Going into our wedding, we knew that were were going to have a short ceremony; so, we wanted to add in some extra details that would make it extra special and Deoc Ensemble was it. The trio was extremely professional and timely. We allowed them to pick whatever classical songs they felt fit the vibe of the wedding as guest found their seats. Everyone raved about how great the trio sounded. What made it extra special is that the trio played a requested song that was not on their song list. It turned out beautiful. I really appreciate the group going above and beyond to fit our wants!
Susan C
5.0
7/19/2022
We hired Deoc for my parents 60th wedding anniversary ceremony/celebration. They were absolutely fantastic to work with. They helped us plan the flow of the ceremony, select music and their music was simply divine! They added so much class and beauty to our event. We are grateful!
Lara N
5.0
7/19/2022
The Deoc Ensemble is hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. First, since the beginning, they were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were fun, patient, and easy to communicate with. Second, they are INSANELY GOOD!!! Every song we requested was played so well and they have an incredible playlist. You have to choose this quartet! Lastly, have them play during dinner! We only chose 30 minutes and even though it felt short, it was incredible!!! Thank you for everything!! HIRE THEM ASAP!
Alice H
5.0
7/18/2022
Easy to work with and real professionals- received lots of compliments!
Erik L
5.0
7/02/2022
The DEOC Ensemble made our wedding a ton of fun! The team was super easy to work with both leading up to the wedding as well as the day of. The ensemble played both the ceremony as well as a cocktail hour, and our guests were still talking about them the next day! I was particularly impressed that the new songs we requested (for an upcharge) were played just as well as any on their existing repertoire. Highly, highly recommend!
Samantha C
5.0
5/29/2022
Professional, friendly, and responsive. They were able to perform a piece for us that was not in their repertoire in what seemed to me as short notice. I was impressed! They were a beautiful addition to the ceremony and cocktail hour and so happy we had them!
Courtney M
5.0
1/19/2022
DEOC played at our ceremony and it was absolutely beautiful! They were so easy to work with as well! I would recommend to anyone looking for an ensemble group!
Clara D
5.0
12/31/2021
The Deoc Ensemble played at our church, St. Elizabeth Seton, for Midnight Mass this year and last year. They were such a joy to work with! Always prepared, and beautiful playing combined with positive attitudes and professionalism. I would recommend this ensemble to anyone.
Madeline B
5.0
12/31/2021
The Deoc Ensemble was an amazing part of our wedding day! They supplied the music for our ceremony and cocktail hour. They were so easy to work - especially when we were forced to not only change our original wedding date due to COVID but we also had a last minute change in venue! Their music is absolutely beautiful and made our day even more special. I highly recommend The Deoc Ensemble!
Grace S
5.0
12/31/2021
Grace’s music was such a beautiful addition to our wedding! She is so incredible and very easy to work with. The music made our day even more special than I could have imagined.
Maya V
5.0
12/30/2021
The Deoc Ensemble was absolutely amazing to have at our wedding! We worked with Grace on making the song selections and she was very helpful with suggestions! I couldn’t imagine our wedding day without them!
Matt D
5.0
12/30/2021
Highly recommend!
Colleen D
5.0
12/30/2021
An absolute staple for our wedding day! Grace was fantastic and helped us through every detail so that our ceremony music was sheer perfection. This added such a special touch and we’ve recommended The Deoc Ensemble to many of our family and friends!
Colleen W
5.0
11/14/2021
Many thanks to the DEOC Ensemble for playing at our wedding ceremony. The music was so beautiful! We received so many glowing remarks about the music. Your talent and passion shine through to all who hear you play! We also appreciate all of your assistance with music selection during the planning stage. It was a day to remember!
Shelby N
5.0
11/11/2021
The Deoc Ensemble did absolutely amazing at our wedding. We had the quartet for the ceremony and cocktail hour. Sean was great to work and coordinate with. Everyone was so impressed with them! Thank you guys so much for your professionalism.
Emily Q
5.0
10/13/2021
The Deoc Ensemble trio provided beautiful music for our outdoor wedding ceremony and were key in setting the mood for the afternoon/evening. I would highly recommend them for your ceremony and/or cocktail hour. Grace and Sean were extremely pleasant to work with!
Sandra R
5.0
10/07/2021
The Deoc Ensemble are very talented musicians that did a wonderful job at my daughters wedding, we had many compliments from the guests. They were also very easy to work with during the planning stage. Thank you Deoc for helping to make the day so special!!
Eliana R
5.0
10/07/2021
The Deoc Ensemble was so flexible and very responsive for my wedding. I wanted the ensemble to take turns playing along with our church organist and they were very flexible in being able to do that and their music was beautiful. I highly recommend them if you are looking on a budget but want some outstanding musicians! My husband and I are huge music nerds as we are both musicians ourselves so this was a very important decision for us. So thankful I chose them for my special day.
Carly G
5.0
8/08/2021
The Deoc Ensemble was an incredible addition to our day. The team was responsive and very easy to communicate with. I was so happy with our choice to have a string quartet play for our ceremony and cocktail hour - it made our day so special. Thank you Deoc Ensemble!
Alexis M
5.0
11/02/2020
Everyone was super helpful and very responsive before our wedding and the music that was played was absolutely stunning. By far one of the best parts of our entire wedding. 10/10 100% recommend!!!
Lauren d
5.0
10/19/2020
DEOC Ensemble was a dream to work with. Very easy planning process, great communication, and the music was absolutely beautiful. Our wedding coordinator recommended them to us and I'm so happy she did!
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