Make a playlist that tells your love story: Create a playlist that tells the story of your relationship, by adding songs that hold special memories for the both of you. Here are some tips that we can offer to help make the music a memorable part of your wedding ceremony and reception.
Perfect venues for our London Ontario wedding musicians
The Rose Chapel
This intimate wedding venue in London is perfect for couples who want a romantic and elegant ceremony. The Rose Chapel features stunning stained glass windows, a vaulted ceiling, and seating for up to 80 guests.
Bellamere Winery and Event Centre
This award-winning wedding venue in London offers a unique combination of rustic charm and modern amenities. With its stunning vineyard views, elegant ballroom, and outdoor ceremony spaces, Bellamere Winery is perfect for couples who want a countryside feel.
The Windermere Manor
Located on the western edge of London, The Windermere Manor offers a historic and charming setting for your wedding. This elegant venue features a Grand Ballroom with a capacity of up to 180 guests, as well as picturesque gardens and outdoor patios.
Even more venues for live string music
Elsie Perrin Williams Estate
This stunning heritage home in London features beautiful gardens, a terrace, and an indoor space for up to 90 guests. The Elsie Perrin Williams Estate is perfect for couples who want an intimate and romantic wedding.
Idlewyld Inn & Spa
Charming Victorian mansion in London offers a unique and luxurious setting for your wedding. The Idlewyld Inn & Spa features elegant indoor and outdoor spaces, as well as beautiful gardens and a patio.
The Grand Hall
Located in the historic London Public Library building, The Grand Hall offers a modern and stylish wedding venue. With its beautiful architecture and unique features, The Grand Hall is perfect for couples who want a chic and urban wedding.
Ivey Spencer Leadership Centre
This beautiful Georgian-style mansion in London features stunning gardens, a courtyard, and an elegant ballroom. The Ivey Spencer Leadership Centre is perfect for couples who want a classic and sophisticated wedding.
Cranberry Creek–one of our favourites for all our wedding ensembles in London, ON
Cranberry Creek-Cranberry Creek is a beautiful wedding venue located just outside of London, Ontario. This stunning property features a picturesque pond, lush greenery, and a charming rustic barn that serves as the main reception space.Couples can exchange vows in the open-air chapel or by the pond, with the stunning natural backdrop providing the perfect setting for a romantic ceremony. The reception barn is a beautiful space with soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and plenty of room for dancing and celebrating with loved ones. The barn can accommodate up to 200 guests and includes modern amenities such as a bar and catering kitchen.In addition to the reception barn, Cranberry Creek also offers several outdoor spaces that are perfect for photos and cocktails.
Property Features
The property features a charming bridge over the pond, a rustic gazebo, and a beautiful patio area with a fire pit.One of the unique features of Cranberry Creek is the on-site farmhouse, which serves as the bridal suite. This beautifully restored farmhouse provides a comfortable and spacious space for the bride and her bridesmaids to get ready before the ceremony. The farmhouse includes a full kitchen, living room, and several bedrooms, providing plenty of space for the bridal party to relax and prepare for the big day.Overall, Cranberry Creek is a stunning wedding venue that offers a beautiful natural setting and plenty of charm and character. Whether you’re looking for a rustic barn wedding or a romantic outdoor ceremony, Cranberry Creek is a wonderful option for couples in the London, Ontario area.
No matter what your style or budget, there’s a wedding venue in London and the surrounding area that will suit your needs.
Weddingwire award winner-String quartet wedding ensembles London, ON
Duo d’Amore is extremely proud to have won the Weddingwire Brides choice award numerous times for best wedding ceremony music. In 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2011. We have also been featured in WeddingBells, Wedluxe, Style Me Pretty, Junebug Weddings, The Knot and many other exceptional publications. Read reviews here
If you or someone you know is planning wedding or event in theLondon area and are looking for the finest, most experienced and professional London Ontario wedding musicians to perform, please recommend and contact Duo d’Amore today.
London Ontario wedding musicians. Andrea and Adam’s wedding ceremony at The Old Courthouse, June 21, 2014, violin and cello duo. Wedding ceremonies are full of planning and preparation, excitement and when the weather also cooperates, you get a beautiful ceremony like Andrea and Adams. This is something special, which does not always happen!
The music helped to create a wonderful atmosphere for the guest throughout the ceremony. I spoke with Andrea during the planning process, and she decided on the following ceremony music selections. Below each selection, I have made some notes on why these particular selections worked so well as performed by the violinist and cellist at The Old Courthouse in London.
Bridesmaid Processional – Moon River
This is a unique choice for the bridesmaids to walk down the aisle to. It really helps to create a calm mood, with a bit of sentimentality and wistfulness. The song provides a nice contrast (old vs. new, slow vs. medium slow) for the bride’s processional.
Processional – A Thousand Years
A new classic! A Thousand Years is really easy to walk to, and has a bit more drive to the music, something that is important to highlight the brides walk down the aisle.
Signing – Can’t Help Falling in Love
With the previous selections, this works beautifully, as we slip back with a retro feel, but with timelessness as well.
Recessional – All You Need Is Love
This song is best described as being super fun and upbeat, and is a fantastic choice for the recessional.
Photos: Dudek Photography
About Duo d’Amore-London Ontario wedding musicians
Duo d’Amore is an award winning string ensemble, made up of professional violinists, violists and cellists. Together we have versatile string ensembles such a s solo violinists and cellists, string duos, string trios and quartets. We perform a wide variety of music including pop, Top40 and classical for weddings, special and corporate events.
Whatever the size and scope of your wedding or event, there is a string ensemble that will perfectly suit the occasion. Listed below is an overview of our string ensembles, and some general remarks about the size of wedding or event where they are best suited. Every event is unique and we suggest that you contact us so that we can plan and customize a string ensemble for your special occasion. Contact us here https://duodamore.com/contact-us/
What type of weddings does your string quartet and ensembles perform at in London?
We perform at all kinds of weddings such as non-denominational weddings, Catholic weddings, Jewish Weddings, Christian weddings, Orthodox weddings and many others.
What ensembles do you have for hire?
The solo violin
The smallest bowed string instrument in the violin family is the violin. It is also the quietest instrument, but that does not mean that it cannot produce a sound. Don’t forget that violin soloists regularly perform with a 50-100 piece orchestra, in a large hall seating 2000 or more people, and the solo violin can be heard over the entire orchestra, and at the very back of the concert hall. How? This comes down to the skill of the violinist, and positioning. This is why at wedding ceremonies for example we often are quite picky about the exact spot where our violinists and ensembles perform, no matter if the string ensemble is outdoors or indoors a single violinist is a great choice.
Duo d’Amore’s solo violinist is a great option for those who want live music but have a smaller budget. The solo violinist performs classical pieces, contemporary pieces, and a mix of both. Their music is perfect for wedding ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and intimate dinners.
The solo cello
Like the solo violin, a solo cellist is a great option for slightly smaller wedding ceremonies and receptions around London. Larger than the violin, it is very resonant, and can play an equally wide range of music. Clients that hire the solo cello and solo violin for weddings and events often have a guest list of under 50, but not necessarily so.
The violin and cello duo
The violin and cello duo, or string duet, is made up of one violin player and one cello player. This is our most requested string ensemble for hire around London. Having both the violin, which is able to play soaring melodies, and the cello which is able to anchor and often accompany, while having an even larger sound it is no wonder that this is our most popular string ensemble. I like to imagine that the violin is like the right hand of the piano and the cello is the left had of the piano, together they can play almost anything, and that is another reason that it is our most popular ensembles.
Duo d’Amore’s violin and cello duo is a popular choice for weddings. The duo consists of a violinist and a cellist who play together, creating a beautiful, harmonious sound. The duo’s repertoire includes classical pieces, contemporary pieces, and a mix of both. Their music is perfect for wedding ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and dinner parties.
The String Trio
The string trio is made up of the violin and cello, with the addition of a third instrument. Often this is a violin or viola. We recommend this ensemble for 150-200 guests. The string trio a great mid size ensemble that is an excellent option for an outdoor wedding or large church wedding.
The String Quartet
Our string quartet is the largest wedding ensemble that we have for hire. We often recommend the string quartet for large gatherings, receptions, weddings and events with 200 or more guests. The string quartet is one of our more versatile ensembles, as we can perform everything from Bach, Beethoven and Brahms in the classical spectrum, to pop, jazz, folk, Top40 and beyond.
Choosing wedding ceremony and reception music-London Ontario wedding musicians
Duo d’Amore has one of Canada’s largest collections of wedding pop and classical music for our string ensembles. In general here is what we recommend for a wedding ceremony. Of course, every ceremony is different and we like to customize things to suit your plans and ideas. We also have lots more wedding music planning ideas and resources on our blog, here.
Custom musical arrangements
We often arrange music specifically for our brides and grooms. Imagine that you want a certain song and you want to walk in to a specific part of that–we can tailor this to suit. Ask us about our custom song arrangements.
Listen to music samples:
Visit our website to listen to pop and classical wedding favourites performed by our musicians: Listen to samples here.
Using Music to Tell Your Story
Make a playlist that tells your love story: Create a playlist that tells the story of your relationship, by adding songs that hold special memories for the both of you. Here are some tips that we can offer to help make the music a memorable part of your wedding ceremony and reception.
The Prelude as Guests Arrive
The prelude before the ceremony is a great time to include less upbeat pop music, as guests will be chatting. As well, we like to recommend that this is the time to include a wide variety of different styles, think classic rock, top40, the Beatles etc–a little something for everyone. Listen now: https://duodamore.com/samples/
Gradually add more contemporary/pop top 40
Add some contemporary selections: Contemporary music can add a modern touch to your playlist and appeal to a wider range of guests. Consider incorporating popular songs like “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri or “All of Me” by John Legend. As the ceremony progresses, we incorporate additional current pop music.
Incorporate special songs: Consider adding special songs that have meaning to you and your partner. It could be your first dance song, song from your first date or song that holds special memories for the both of you.
Vary the moods: Mix up the moods of the songs on your playlist to keep things interesting. Consider adding upbeat songs for the reception, and slower, more contemplative songs for the ceremony. Here are some ideas: https://www.brides.com/upbeat-love-songs-4799999
Signing of the register is a time for reflection
The signing of the marriage documents is a time to stop and reflect, and the choice of music should reflect that. This is the time to really slow things down. There may be time for one or even two pop songs, and don’y forget classical. The slower, quieter song choices really make whatever is chosen for the upbeat recessional “pop”.
Tell your story
Make a playlist that tells your love story: Create a playlist that tells the story of your relationship, by adding songs that hold special memories for the both of you. Here are some tips that we can offer to help make the music a memorable part of your wedding ceremony and reception.
Perfect venues for our London Ontario wedding musicians
The Rose Chapel
This intimate wedding venue in London is perfect for couples who want a romantic and elegant ceremony. The Rose Chapel features stunning stained glass windows, a vaulted ceiling, and seating for up to 80 guests.
Bellamere Winery and Event Centre
This award-winning wedding venue in London offers a unique combination of rustic charm and modern amenities. With its stunning vineyard views, elegant ballroom, and outdoor ceremony spaces, Bellamere Winery is perfect for couples who want a countryside feel.
The Windermere Manor
Located on the western edge of London, The Windermere Manor offers a historic and charming setting for your wedding. This elegant venue features a Grand Ballroom with a capacity of up to 180 guests, as well as picturesque gardens and outdoor patios.
Even more venues for live string music
Elsie Perrin Williams Estate
This stunning heritage home in London features beautiful gardens, a terrace, and an indoor space for up to 90 guests. The Elsie Perrin Williams Estate is perfect for couples who want an intimate and romantic wedding.
Idlewyld Inn & Spa
Charming Victorian mansion in London offers a unique and luxurious setting for your wedding. The Idlewyld Inn & Spa features elegant indoor and outdoor spaces, as well as beautiful gardens and a patio.
The Grand Hall
Located in the historic London Public Library building, The Grand Hall offers a modern and stylish wedding venue. With its beautiful architecture and unique features, The Grand Hall is perfect for couples who want a chic and urban wedding.
Ivey Spencer Leadership Centre
This beautiful Georgian-style mansion in London features stunning gardens, a courtyard, and an elegant ballroom. The Ivey Spencer Leadership Centre is perfect for couples who want a classic and sophisticated wedding.
Cranberry Creek–one of our favourites for all our wedding ensembles in London, ON
Cranberry Creek-Cranberry Creek is a beautiful wedding venue located just outside of London, Ontario. This stunning property features a picturesque pond, lush greenery, and a charming rustic barn that serves as the main reception space.Couples can exchange vows in the open-air chapel or by the pond, with the stunning natural backdrop providing the perfect setting for a romantic ceremony. The reception barn is a beautiful space with soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and plenty of room for dancing and celebrating with loved ones. The barn can accommodate up to 200 guests and includes modern amenities such as a bar and catering kitchen.In addition to the reception barn, Cranberry Creek also offers several outdoor spaces that are perfect for photos and cocktails.
Property Features
The property features a charming bridge over the pond, a rustic gazebo, and a beautiful patio area with a fire pit.One of the unique features of Cranberry Creek is the on-site farmhouse, which serves as the bridal suite. This beautifully restored farmhouse provides a comfortable and spacious space for the bride and her bridesmaids to get ready before the ceremony. The farmhouse includes a full kitchen, living room, and several bedrooms, providing plenty of space for the bridal party to relax and prepare for the big day.Overall, Cranberry Creek is a stunning wedding venue that offers a beautiful natural setting and plenty of charm and character. Whether you’re looking for a rustic barn wedding or a romantic outdoor ceremony, Cranberry Creek is a wonderful option for couples in the London, Ontario area.
No matter what your style or budget, there’s a wedding venue in London and the surrounding area that will suit your needs.
Weddingwire award winner-String quartet wedding ensembles London, ON
Duo d’Amore is extremely proud to have won the Weddingwire Brides choice award numerous times for best wedding ceremony music. In 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2011. We have also been featured in WeddingBells, Wedluxe, Style Me Pretty, Junebug Weddings, The Knot and many other exceptional publications. Read reviews here
If you or someone you know is planning wedding or event in theLondon area and are looking for the finest, most experienced and professional London Ontario wedding musicians to perform, please recommend and contact Duo d’Amore today.