Forrest Strings

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $250

Reception pricing

Prices start at $250

Packages

Prices start at $400

Category: Live Band or Ensemble

Type: Mixed chamber ensemble

Genres: Classical, Pop/Top 40s

About Forrest Strings

Forrest Strings

At Forrest Strings, we bring your wedding or special event to life with music that reflects your unique vision. Whether you’re looking for the intimacy of a solo violin, the harmony of a string duet, or the full richness of a string quartet, we offer flexible options to suit your style and budget. Our ever-growing repertoire spans a wide range of genres, and we’re delighted to accommodate special song requests to make your celebration truly personal. Let us create the perfect soundtrack for your unforgettable day.

-We will always learn your special requests to make your day special -Sneak peak YouTube videos of your requests -Unlimited consultation calls before the big day -Advice on picking the best ensemble size for your venue -Works with DJs to make your vision come to life

Performance samples

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Services

Services

  • Hear us live
  • Learning new songs

Musical genres

  • Classical
  • Pop/Top 40s

Forrest Strings packages

String Quartet Ceremony & Cocktail Hour

Price$1,600

Description

2 Violins, 1 Viola, 1 Cello for your wedding ceremony and cocktail hour

What’s included
  • 1 hour cocktail hour
  • Unlimited Consultation calls
  • 30 minutes of prelude
  • Special Song Requests
  • Your choice of processionals and recessionals

Trio Ceremony & Cocktail Hour

Price$1,200

Description

2 Violins & 1 cello OR 1 violin, 1 viola, and 1 cello

What’s included
  • 1 hour cocktail hour
  • Unlimited Consultation calls
  • 30 minutes of prelude
  • Special Song Requests
  • Your choice of processionals and recessionals

Duet Ceremony & Cocktail Hour

Price$800

Description

Violin & Cello OR Violin & Viola

What’s included
  • 1 hour cocktail hour
  • Unlimited Consultation calls
  • 30 minutes of prelude
  • Special Song Requests
  • Your choice of processionals and recessionals

Solo Violin Ceremony & Cocktail Hour

Price$400

Description

One violin that is happy to collaborate with DJs!

What’s included
  • 1 hour cocktail hour
  • Unlimited Consultation calls
  • 30 minutes of prelude
  • Special Song Requests
  • Your choice of processionals and recessionals

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

5 reviews

  • TJ

    Tim j.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 21, 2026

    Thank you!

    Forrest Strings was absolutely wonderful! The music was beautiful, and added such a special and memorable touch to our wedding. Julia and the team are talented, responsive, and easy to work with. I really appreciated how accommodating they were with song requests and how they helped make the music feel personal to our celebration. Thank you so much!

  • MB

    Megan Bernard

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Oct 6

    We had Forrest Strings play for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and couldn't be happier! We had a duet of violin and cello with three requested songs for the processional and recessional. Julia was amazing to work with and took our vision and made it happen. They willingly and enthusiastically learned and arranged our requested songs and added in a variety of wedding classics and pop covers seamlessly. Multiple guests commented that the strings were an flawless and elegant feature of our formal wedding. Both musicians adapted to the venue and dress code perfectly. 10/10 recommend working with them for any music event needs!

  • CA

    Claudia Ayzenberg

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Oct 6

    Having Forrest Strings perform at our ceremony and cocktail hour made our wedding day even more beautiful and romantic… Julia was wonderful to work with and made the entire process from selecting songs to creating the perfect atmosphere, smooth and stress free. Having live music added such a special touch to our day, and we highly recommend booking Forrest Strings!!

  • NK

    Nicole King

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 15, 2026

    Forrest Strings is INCREDIBLE!!! They provided our music at our first look ceremony at our wedding and it was beyond beautiful. They also went above and beyond for us. Not only did everything sound incredibly amazing, better than I could have imagined, but they offered to learn our favorite song for us and played it as I was walking down the aisle. They made our ceremony so special, and their music was so moving it made everyone cry! (happy tears!) Julia Plato was extremely easy to work with throughout the entire process and was very professional, fair, and flexible. Forrest Strings truly made our wedding day so special and unforgettable. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND working with them for any and all of your event music needs!!!

  • AL

    Anna Lugbill

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Jul 2, 2026

    Julia is both an amazing violinist and an amazing person to work with. Would absolutely recommend her and Forrest Strings for your event.

We typically wear all black but we are happy to match the vibe of your vision!
We make it our goal to always play your requests and bring them to life!

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