The Celebrated String Quartet has provided exceptional music in the Washington, D.C. area since 1989. Below are unsolicited references from our clients from Latest References, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, and back to 1989 can be found here. All references are available on file.

References from 1989

From: Jean Jennings
To: Celebrated String Quartet 
Subject: Re: Jennings-Brown Aug 1

Dear Bridgette, Bernie and all,

How can I thank all of you for making our day so special.  The music was
absolutely beautiful - and our guest were so very impressed with Celebrated
String Quartet.   This thank you note will never come close to expressing
our appreciation for your exquisite repertoire.

I look forward to telephoning you in the next few days to thank you
personally.  (I had expected that I could steal a few minutes to speak with
you and express these sentiments directly, but was forewarned that the
bridal party doesn't get to spend the time with family or friends.  WOW - I
never expected that I wouldn't find the time to speak to our honored
guests.).

The Celebrated String Quartet added a touch class to the wedding and
reception that no other music accompaniment could have come close.  By the
way, you looked terrific on stage.  I chose this room for the dinner
because it was intimate and elegant.  You added to these sentiments by
playing for our guests.

If I ever get married again.......   just kidding!

Should the CSQ ever play for the public, could you let me and Jed know.  It
would be wonderful to sit back and listen to your music again.

Fondly,
Jean

From: Carole Hersey
To: Celebrated String Quartet 
Subject: Wedding of Holly and Alan Ford

Dear Bridgette and The Celebrated String Quartet:
ALL of us want to express many THANK YOUS to you, Bridgette, and 
The Celebrated String Quartet for the wonderful musical repertoire 
you played at our daughter's wedding! Every suggestion you made was 
perfect and set the tone for this happy occasion! Our family and 
guests are STILL RAVING about the wonderful musicians with The 
Celebrated String Quartet! 

We all have such a good time not only watching the video of the 
ceremony but hearing the joyful musical presentations! Holly and 
Al were very happy with all selections, from the first prelude 
piece to the last poslude selection! CSQ's professionalism and 
experience set the tone to help make this a very happy and joyous 
wedding filled with lovely music. Thank you so VERY much!

Best Wishes,
Carole & Bud Hersey

Regarded as one of Washington's finest chamber ensembles, the CSQ is the only string quartet selected as Washington's Top Musicians in the January 2000 issue of the Washingtonian Magazine. This prestigious list is compiled by the Washingtonian Magazine from surveys to over 2,000 recent brides and 100 of the area's most seasoned event planners, caterers, florists, photographers and other wedding veterans.

As recommended by the Washingtonian Magazine,
Wedding Guide, January 2000

From: Alisa Varela
To: csq@khoo.com
Subject: Thank you!

Dear Celebrated Strings,
Thank you so much for a beautiful performance at our wedding on May 30!  The
music was wonderful and was the perfect accompaniment to all the going's on.
We received numerous compliments from many of our guests regarding your play
and can't thank you enough for your professionalism -- it made a very hectic
day go much more smoothly.

Thanks again......you can believe that we will be recommending you to all of
our friends.

Sincerely,
Alisa and Alvaro Varela

Regarded as one of Washington's finest chamber ensembles, the CSQ is the only string quartet selected as Washington's Top Musicians in the January 1999 issue of the Washingtonian Magazine. This prestigious list is compiled by the Washingtonian Magazine from surveys to over 2,000 recent brides and 100 of the area's most seasoned event planners, caterers, florists, photographers and other wedding veterans.

As recommended by the Washingtonian Magazine,
Wedding Guide, January 1999

From: Kathryn Green
To: CSQ@khoo.com
Subject: Thank You

Dear Bridgette,
We're just back from Bermuda and I wanted to thank you for the wonderful
music! It made for a perfect ceremony and reception. The quartet lived up to
every hope we had - the music was perfect, you were prompt, attentive, and
most professional -- we didn't have to worry about a thing!  And your
arrangements of the two pieces we used during the ceremony were lovely.

Again, our thanks, and our best wishes for continued success.

Warmest regards,
Mel and Kathryn Green

From: Kelli Newball
To: CSQ@khoo.com
Subject: Our Wedding

Dear Bernie and Bridgette (and others),

Thank you so much for doing such a wonderful job at our wedding:  Peter 
and I were so pleased, and you sounded great!  The trumpet soloist 
which you found also added a nice touch to the processional and 
recessional.

You were just perfect, which is particularly admirable given the 97 
degree heat!  Thank you so much, I will certainly recommend you to all my 
friends!

Sincerely,
Kelli Newball and Peter Oster

"A professional chamber quartet good for ceremonies and receptions. Couples work directly with the musicians, which means no agency fees. The ensemble's repertoire is largely classical but includes jazz, popular tunes, tango, salsa, and waltzes."

As recommended by the Washingtonian Magazine,
Wedding Guide, January 1998

Sonja - Here is a success story from using your "review" page. I used the Celebrated String Quartet as reviewed on your page. They were fabulous. I couldn't believe the number of compliments we received at our reception . The musicians were great and friendly -- not your typical snotty musicians. At our reception, we requested a mixed of music since our guests were from all age groups. The CSQ performed classical, popular wedding music, waltzes, tangos, showtunes, jazz and ragtimes. Being a musician myself, I really admired their extensive repertoire which from what I hear were developed over many, many years. Once again thanks for providing a review page.
Autrey Remburg

Re: Re: String trio for ceremony Posted by: Lysa 

I am looking for a string trio (either two violins and cello or violin, cello, and flute) to play at my wedding ceremony. Does anyone know of a relatively inexpensive group? We are also interested in music students or others who play at weddings "on the side."

Thanks!I have a friend who used a student group for her wedding and they never showed up for the ceremony (exam week)! I'm sure there are many amateur groups that are decent but the savings are usually $100 or less. My fiancee and I thought it was just not worth risking it (especially the ceremony) so we looked for a reasonable professional string quartet - i.e. calling the musicians directly, etc. The Celebrated String Quartet was highly recommended by our church choir director - so we are going with them. - Nate

Lysa - I second the Celebrated String Quartet. My fiancee and I heard them play at an open rehearsal last weekend and they were fabulous! After hearing them, you couldn't not want them for your wedding.