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Michael and Matthew Polonchak
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AWARD WINNER (7X)
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Founded by twin brothers Michael and Matthew Polonchak in 2013, Two Rivers Chamber Music has quickly become one of the most sought after chamber music ensembles in the mid-atlantic region. We specialize in weddings (ceremonies, cocktail hours, receptions), holiday parties, corporate events, and full concert programs and recitals with the Two Rivers Trio and Two Rivers String Quartet. We pride ourselves in our professionalism and musicianship, and we strive to deliver the best customer service in the industry. We invite you to take a listen to our audio and video, and read what our clients have said below. We would love to discuss your event with you!
13+ years in business
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Cello
Piano
Violin
Music Genres
Classical
Jazz
Pop
Music Services
Live Music
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Rehearsal Dinner
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
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Meet the team
Michael and Matthew Polonchak
Owner
Identical twin brothers Michael and Matthew Polonchak began playing violin they were five years old. By age six, they were playing with the D.C. Youth Orchestra Program, and when they were eight, had reached the high-school level orchestra -- then the youngest in that program’s 30 year history. Shortly after, they began playing weddings and recitals with their father, Richard Polonchak and the Two Rivers Trio was born. This “Father & Son(s) trio” has been delighting audiences ever since -- praised for their innovative instrumentation (two violins and a bassoon) and their uncanny togetherness a
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.092 reviews
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Two Rivers Chamber Music is widely praised for professional, responsive communication and punctuality. Reviewers loved their beautiful, versatile performances—classical and modern covers—that set an elegant, romantic tone for ceremonies and cocktail hours. They were flexible, learned special requests, and came highly recommended.Review photos
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Justine T
5.0
1/27/2026
Two Rivers was an amazing addition to our wedding! They provided us plenty of options during the planning process regarding how many musicians we wanted and what songs we wanted th...
em to play. And at the wedding, they certainly delivered! Our one regret is that we didn’t get to hear them more since they played during cocktail hour when my husband and I were taking pictures. But we did have them play our first dance and it was a great moment. I would highly recommend Two Rivers if you want string musicians at your next event.
Abbey T
5.0
11/29/2025
We always knew we wanted strings instruments at our wedding, but Two Rivers Chamber Music exceeded our expectations! From the start they were easy to work with, and very patient wi...
th us. They took the time to get to know what we wanted, and executed it perfectly. They went above and beyond looking for music that we were interested in. Wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more because they were there! People are still talking about how great they were! We would 100% recommend having them for your wedding and any event! We wish we could listen to them every day….they are so skilled at what they do!!
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Anna A
5.0
10/07/2025
It was so wonderful to work the Two Rivers Chamber Music. They played so beautifully at both our ceremony and reception Our guests loved the music throughout and kept complimenting...
how elegant it made our wedding. Two Rivers was also incredibly flexible with our changing schedule and last-minute song requests. We loved working with them and highly recommend them.
Kate H
5.0
9/28/2025
We hired a string duo from Two Rivers Chamber music and they absolutely killed. They were at the venue early to warm up, sounded amazing, and I had several friends mentioned how m...
uch they loved the classical covers of pop songs. I would not hesitate to hire them again
Julie K
5.0
9/15/2025
We were absolutely thrilled with the string quartet at our wedding! From the very first notes of the ceremony to the joyful melodies during cocktail hour, their music set the perfe...
ct tone for our day. They were professional, punctual, and so easy to work with throughout the planning process.
One of the most special moments was hearing "You’ve Got a Friend in Me" as the bridesmaids walked down the aisle — it was absolutely perfect and brought so much joy and personality to the ceremony. Even more meaningful, they performed my dream song for my walk down the aisle with my dad, creating a moment I’ll cherish forever.
Guests kept commenting on how incredible the music was and how it added such a timeless, romantic touch to the celebration. If you’re looking for musicians who can elevate your wedding with stunning live music, I couldn’t recommend them more.
Melissa G
5.0
8/06/2025
Two Rivers provided wonderful music for our wedding ceremony. They were professional and easy to work with throughout the whole process. We worked with them to choose a mix of clas...
sical favorites and string covers of modern songs, and they were flexible in allowing us as much or as little control over the song selection as we wanted. They were also happy to learn a song outside of their repertoire for our processional, which we were thrilled to hear. We would happily recommend them for your event!
James B
5.0
4/06/2025
We booked a quartet from Two Rivers Chamber Music for our wedding. Michael was extremely responsive throughout the planning process and gave lots of helpful feedback. He and the re...
st of the quartet stole the show during the processional, recessional, and cocktail hour. Multiple people came up to to us during the wedding and afterwards to rave about them. Thank you Michael and team for making our wedding a night to remember!
Mike M
5.0
3/18/2025
Michael, Matthew, and their entire team are just fantastic. We hired them to play at our March 2025 wedding in Pasadena, MD. They were friendly, responsive, and informative through...
out the entire process. We coordinated closely with them on logistics (travel, setup, ceremony and cocktail music), and they were so fantastic at every step of the way. On wedding day, they showed up early and with large smiles on their faces. The music was gorgeous; they truly helped set a magical scene for our special day!
Andrew D
5.0
12/31/2024
We hired Twin Rivers Chamber Music for our wedding in August 2024, and Matthew and Michael were exceptional from start to finish. Both are incredibly knowledgeable and professional...
, offering excellent music recommendations for our special day. Despite unpredictable weather on our wedding day, they seamlessly transitioned from an indoor to an outdoor ceremony before guests arrived, ensuring we had the dream ceremony we envisioned. We wholeheartedly recommend Twin Rivers for your wedding!
Nick D
5.0
12/29/2024
I hired them to play at my wedding, they were amazing! Very professional, Matthew was very communicative and kind during the whole process. I definitely recommend them for any even...
t!
Christine U
5.0
10/08/2024
ABSOLUTE PERFECTION. I always dreamed of having a string quartet at my wedding, and Two Rivers made the reality even better than I thought possible. They were extremely easy to com...
municate with and very responsive to our emails. Their repertoire is amazing - truly, every nerdy couple's dream - and we had so many great songs to choose from. They even adjusted the tempo on one of their songs at our request and learned a new song for us, both of which turned out beautifully. We received several compliments on their ceremony and cocktail music. If you're looking for an extremely talented, friendly, professional group, look no further. They were truly worth every penny and added such a special touch to our day. We can't recommend or thank them enough!
- Christine & Stephen
Sarah M
5.0
8/22/2024
We hired Two Rivers Chamber Music for a string trio for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. It added such a special touch to our wedding day. We would recommend them 100x over!...
We are both big music people. Choosing the music for processional, recessional etc. was so fun for us. They brought our dream ceremony to life.
Anthony F
5.0
8/12/2024
We hired Michael to perform as a solo violinist for our wedding ceremony. He was absolutely incredible communicating with us prior to the wedding, and his performance was the highl...
ight of the ceremony.
Timothy L
5.0
7/26/2024
They made our wedding day an elevated experience by playing during our ceremony and cocktail hour. They were AMAZING to work with, super responsive and professional. HIGHLY recomme...
nd!
Zachary B
5.0
6/23/2024
Two Rivers Chamber Music is a must have at any wedding! They recently played at our Wedding Ceremony at Stone Tower Winery and had everyone in tears with their beautiful renditions...
of songs such as 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' and 'Canon in D'. Their strings filled the space so beautifully and created such a personal, intimate setting for our ceremony. They then continued on to play during our Cocktail Hour where they were able to so easily switch from the formality of the ceremony to the light, excitable atmosphere of Cocktail Hour. They have an endless repertoire, and were able to work with us to craft a playlist to perfectly fit the mood of the evening. We would highly recommend Two Rivers Chamber Music for any occasion especially when looking to make a memorable impression on the night.
Nanette C
5.0
6/12/2024
The Quartet was absolutely beautiful. They enhanced and really made the entire wedding event, from the cocktail hour to the ceremony and reception. Very professional yet personal, ...
with a focus on details, as well as the ability to go with the flow. If you are looking for elegance yet fun, I highly recommend Two Rivers Chamber Music.
Nanette C., New Jersey
Dave C
5.0
6/12/2024
Rachel and Joe’s wedding
What an incredible job! Tasteful, classy and perfectly set the mood. Can’t give enough praise, and you’ve got a reference.
Dave (of Nanette and Dave)
Charles R
5.0
6/09/2024
Wow. Wow. Wow. There aren't enough superlatives to describe Two Rivers.
They played an extensive repertoire of classical and current music at our ceremony and reception. The qual...
ity of the music was exceptional, as was Matthew and his ensemble's professionalism.
When the minister stops the wedding ceremony to praise the music, you know it's a special performance. In an age when what's just okay is deemed outstanding, Two Rivers earns the praise it receives. They're simply amazing. Do yourself a favor and hire them.
Working with Matthew was a joy. He's fun, knows his craft, and bent over backward to accommodate our special requests. He worked seamlessly with our soloist and brought a level of musicality that you'd find in a concert performance.
You will not go wrong with Two Rivers. Outstanding value for the money.
J S
5.0
5/20/2024
I am so delighted that we chose Two Rivers Chamber Music to play at my daughter’s wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. Working with Matthew was a breeze bec he was so honest, help...
ful, and professional promptly answering all our questions and concerns.
We chose a four string quartet for my daughter’s wedding. They sounded beautiful when they played outside at the ceremony and inside for the cocktail hour. I would use them again in a heartbeat and I wouldn’t have changed a thing.
Katie B
5.0
4/03/2024
Two Rivers Chamber Music performed at our ceremony and cocktail hour. Michael, Matthew, and Beth were excellent in maintaining open lines of communication. Their song selection was...
impressively vast, and their performance was beautiful. The musicians arrived well before the ceremony began and set up swiftly. Our guests had nothing but praises to share!
Maddie M
5.0
11/25/2023
Absolutely wonderful! We spent a lot of time talking to Michael who is a true expert in his field. He provided so much information/guidance in how to set up the music for our cerem...
ony, sound, etc. They had a very extensive repertoire and were a huge hit.
Laura R
5.0
9/28/2023
If I could give this 10 stars I would. Matthew from Two Rivers Chamber music made our wedding so magical and beautiful. Matthew was very professional and easy to work with despite ...
the rain and last minute changes. The music he played was beautiful and I cannot recommend him enough.
Lydia J
5.0
9/25/2023
We had Two Rivers Chamber string trio perform our ceremony and cocktail hour music. Great communication with Michael, highly expansive song repertoire, and lovely performance. The ...
musicians showed up well ahead of our ceremony and set up quickly. We received many compliments from our guests!
Kachele A
5.0
9/14/2023
I couldn’t be happier with the planning, professionalism and performance by Two Rivers! Michael worked with me every step of the way which made the experience very easy. The final...
result was stellar!
Brianna M
5.0
8/18/2023
We are so happy that we were able to work with Two Rivers Chamber for our ceremony and cocktail hour. The planning process was super easy and Michael was so patient with us as we ...
figured out our songs and provided so much insight and advice which was great. We went with the quartet and were so happy with the music. We had so many quests specifically mention the strings and how cool it was to have them at the cocktail hour, especially since the cocktail hour was mostly popular and upbeat songs. It added such a fun and elevated dynamic. Couldn't recommend them enough!
Elya T
5.0
7/26/2023
Two Rivers was outstanding. Working with them for our wedding was a pleasure - Michael and Matthew were both very helpful, had a wide range of music to choose from, and were even ...
able to play songs that weren't on the list. They were highly professional and their music set the right tone from the first note to the last. We'd strongly recommend Two Rivers for any occasion!
Rachel N
5.0
6/23/2023
Start to finish the experience was 5 stars. The musicians dressed elegantly and arrived on time and performed beautifully. Could not recommend more. (booked 1.5 hours, ceremony an...
d cocktail)
Katie K
5.0
6/13/2023
Heard about Two Rivers from a referral of a close friend and we were delighted by their performance and professionalism at our wedding. They were great to work with in the planning...
stages to identify which songs worked at each moment and had a diverse catalog of classics and pop culture songs to everyone's enjoyment. Thanks for making our wedding ceremony truly sound amazing, would highly recommend!!!
Barbara B
5.0
4/22/2023
Two Rivers Chamber Music played for my daughter's wedding recently and we were so impressed with their professionalism and talent. They added a very special element to the ceremon...
y and cocktail hour. Many of our guests commented on how lovely it was to listen to their music, especially since they played a wide variety of titles. We definitely recommend them!
Erin S
5.0
3/27/2023
Two Rivers Chamber Music was exactly what we needed for our wedding event. They were extremely professional in collecting our song list and integrating it into our timeline. Their ...
music was outstanding and our guests loved the atmosphere they set. They have our highest recommendation.
Mackay C
5.0
12/26/2022
Two Rivers Chamber Music did an outstanding job for our wedding ceremony. Their long list of available songs that included a great amount of more modern options, combined with thei...
r openness to putting together versions for songs not on the list, really made for a great set. Matthew was very communicative and made everything super easy for us. Highly recommend!
Marla S
5.0
12/19/2022
Two Rivers Chamber Music made our day so magical! They were an amazing addition to our ceremony and cocktail hour. They were so easy to work with and very, very organized. Would re...
commend them to anyone throwing a wedding!
Brian B
5.0
12/15/2022
Two Rivers Chamber Music was a perfect addition to our ceremony and cocktail hour. Having them play as a live string quartet made the day unforgettable! Their sound is incredible, ...
and they can play almost anything! They make it really easy by providing a list of songs they can play and suggest for the occasion. You will be hard pressed to find another vendor that is easier to work with. We also liked how they arranged precursory phone calls with us to check in and make sure our playlist was read. They even helped us with questions we had, based on their experience, like how long certain songs should be played during the ceremony walk-ins based on how many bridesmaids and groomsmen there are, etc. Thank you so much for making our day special!
Jack P
5.0
11/08/2022
Two Rivers Chamber Music did an outstanding job for our wedding ceremony. Their long list of available songs that included a great amount of more modern options, combined with thei...
r openness to putting together versions for songs not on the list, really made for a great set. Matthew was very communicative and made everything super easy for us. Highly recommend!
Michelle W
5.0
10/27/2022
Two Rivers set the stage for our magical evening wedding at a vineyard. They played the music we requested perfectly, as all as blending in their own repertoire seamlessly. Our gue...
sts commented on how elegant they made the evening feel. As if you experience a wedding and a beautiful concert simultaneously.
Minh N
5.0
10/13/2022
Matthew is very well-spoken and professional, almost as if he had a noble upbringing. There were plenty of other string quartets that were more affordable, but after comparing thei...
r repertoires and speaking to Matthew over the phone, I knew Two Rivers Chamber would not let us down. A wedding is a special occasion so do not hesitate to hire the best.
My only recommendation is that Matthew gets a new phone or headset. Call quality was always 7/10 at best.
Shannon S
5.0
10/05/2022
Two Rivers was amazing! We are so glad we had them perform at our wedding. It really added elegance to our wedding. We submitted a list of the songs we wanted played and Two Rivers...
made our dream a reality. We are sad we missed our cocktail hour but we know our guests truly enjoyed them. Watching the wedding video back and hearing how great they sounded was such a joy. Thank you guys again!!
Dana U
5.0
10/01/2022
Two Rivers is SO TALENTED! Michael and Emma played our wedding ceremony as a strings duet (cello and violin), and Two Rivers hired out a pianist to do our cocktail hour. Every musi...
cian played their instrument beautifully and were able to play every song requested. During cocktail hour, we had people tilting their head at the piano and asking, is that Adele?? My wife and I agree that if we could return to a single moment from our wedding, it'd be to hear At Last while we walked down the aisle. They are #1 reason I regret not getting a videographer. I should also add, they were extremely flexible when we had to postpone due to COVID, and when we had several other minor time changes regarding the day's itinerary. We didn't make it easy on them, but they were unfailingly gracious and day-of, prompt! THANK YOU, Two Rivers!
Harry M
5.0
6/07/2022
Two Rivers Chamber Music was perfect. The feedback from the guests was amazing. As one of my cousins said, "The music while waiting for the ceremony to start was incredible. Jaw dr...
opping". 1000 years to the bride walking out had all the bridesmaids in tears. We couldn't have been happier with the music.
Michaela W
5.0
5/09/2022
Two Rivers musicians played at my daughter's wedding last weekend and they were fantastic! Everyone really enjoyed the music. Worked with Matthew, who was very kind, accommodatin...
g and easy to work with. Highly recommend.
Morgan T
5.0
4/17/2022
Two Rivers did a phenomenal job at our wedding. They went above & beyond for both the ceremony & cocktail hour. Michael was incredibly pleasant to work with & even accommodated a m...
edley we found online. I would absolutely recommend this ensemble. We had the strings for the ceremony and added a horn for the cocktail hour - very professional & talented group!
Alex H
5.0
4/08/2022
Two Rivers did an amazing job at our wedding. They played beautifully during the ceremony and entertained our guests during cocktail hour. My only regret was not being able to spen...
d more time listening to them! Our guests had high praise for them and they were great working with us and our planner leading up to the wedding. We are very happy we hired them
Ivonne E
5.0
4/06/2022
Just AMAZING! Do not hesitate to sign them. We loved them and so did our guests. They played impeccably. It was beautiful.
Keirsten D
5.0
2/14/2022
I still get tears thinking about how magical the string quartet made our wedding rehearsal dinner. Our guest are still talking about that evening, and were in awe of the talents of...
the team. The quartet travelled to Salisbury, MD for our rehearsal and graced us with music for about 4 hours. We cannot recommend the services of Two Rivers enough! Working with Michael to scheduled the quartet was easy and they accommodated several of our music requests. Thank you so much!
Patsy M
5.0
2/06/2022
Two Rivers is absolutely fantastic! After watching the string quartet’s videos, my daughter and I felt they were, by far, the only choice for her wedding. Additionally, Michael...
was an excellent communicator, extremely knowledgeable, and very helpful in choosing the music for the ceremony. They have a huge repertoire and will even play something not on their list if you give them two weeks’ notice. The warmth and beauty and emotion of their music provided the perfect atmosphere. Absolutely ethereal!
Allie D
5.0
1/04/2022
Michael and Two Rivers Chamber Music were beyond incredible! Michael was supportive and flexible with our music selection, especially the less familiar songs which were more meanin...
gful to us. I honestly don't remember seeing the string trio there - my gaze was directed down the aisle! - but I heard their beautiful talent and immediately felt so grateful to have them playing. Thank you, Two Rivers Chamber Music, for sharing your amazing gift with us on our special day!
Yahaira C
5.0
12/17/2021
You should hire Two Rivers Chamber Mausic. I'm not generally one to rave on reviews, but truthfully I only have great things to say about them. Not only did they add that element o...
f elegance and beauty that we so wanted to our wedding, but they were amazing to work with. Our play list had to be scrapped and totally reworked due to the priest being a little more old school than we had originally thought. Matthew worked closely with us, the priest, and the music director to help us figure it out. All while keeping the heart and feeling of what we had wanted in focus. Thank you so much! We got to hear our song! I would hire Matthew and his team, again in a second.
Emily A
5.0
11/20/2021
Two River's performed the ceremony music for my wedding and we were blown away! Matt was so friendly and easy to work with. When we first reached out about processing he responded ...
within a few hours (days faster than a lot of other options!) and offered a lot of different options to help find something that would work with our budget. As we progressed with the planning he had plenty of helpful tips to keep things running smoothly. We had them play a medley of popular music while guests were being seated and then 2 popular music processionals (A Million Years and I See the Light) and a popular music recessional (Viva La Vida). we have received SO MANY compliments on the musicians since the wedding!! and i'm not surprised, the music was absolutely beautiful!! On top of that I had a few minutes before guests arrived to meet two of our three musicians and they were such kind people to top it of! would 100% recommend!!
Kelly B
5.0
11/16/2021
We were so impressed with Two Rivers Chamber Music. From the start, communication was easy and we were never left wondering what to do next. Their musical repertoire was incredible...
! We were so glad we could include new songs and classic hits. We would absolutely recommend them for your next event (whether it's a wedding, birthday, corporate event). You will NOT be disappointed. We can't thank them enough for making our wedding ceremony a dream.
Dot B
5.0
11/07/2021
I applaud the wonderful quartet musicians who performed at my granddaughter's wedding rehearsal event during October 2021. We enjoyed the variety of musical genres with many famil...
iar pieces.
The musicians were very personable and performed with precision and celebration. Persons who attended this event continue to praise the musicians' contributions to the successful evening.
The quartet's music remained with us into the couple's garden wedding on the next day.
We will enthusiastically share our experiences with interested persons. Please continue to share your wonderful talents and performances as audiences enjoy your work.
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