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"The brass and strings trio provided a great balance of sophisticated classics (think Bach and Beethoven), upbeat contemporary tunes (the Beatles, Andrew Lloyd Weber), and romantic dance pieces (Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong). Occasional Brass and Strings made our wedding elegant and fun, and I can't recommend them highly enough!"

Marissa & Mike
Bride & Groom

Planning Resources

We know it's hard to choose the right ensemble and the right music for your wedding or event. To help you out, we've put together some thoughts on the different types of music, various settings, and the size and sound of brass ensembles, string groups, and woodwinds.

  • Wedding Ceremony Music
    A guide to traditional (and non-) wedding ceremony music. How many songs do I need and for whom?
  • Jewish Wedding Music
    We've got you covered with brass and string arrangements of Jewish and Lezmer standards
  • Brass Ensembles
    What's the difference between a trio, a quartet, and a quintet? Which instruments are in each?
  • String Ensembles
    What are the different string or string and brass ensembles available? What are the differences?
  • Woodwind Ensembles
    What types of woodwinds are there? Which do we recommend or offer for various settings?
  • Outdoor Wedding Ideas
    A brass, string, or woodwind ensemble is the perfect addition to an outdoor wedding - what you need to know.

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