Classical Duo – Wedding Ceremony – Grand Pavilion at Wild Dunes

We performed for a beautiful beach front ceremony at the conveniently sheltered Grand Pavilion. We always enjoy the setting which features expansive views of the ocean. The wedding featured very natural and bold colors such as greens and beiges which were featured in the programs and in the flower arrangements.

The ceremony had a good balance of traditional and contemporary selections. In My Life is one of those songs that is more modern but has that classical sounding style to it. As a song it is very versatile and works well for the seating of the mothers. We have also performed it for the bridal party and the bride. “Viva La Vida” works best for the recessional since it has a faster tempo – almost a march like style.

Seating of the Mothers
In My Life – The Beatles

Bridal Party
Ode to Joy – Beethoven

Bride
Canon in D – Pachelbel

Recessional
Viva La Vida – Coldplay

Classical Duo – Wedding Ceremony – Daniel Island Club

The weather couldn’t have been more beautiful for the late-morning ceremony that took place at the Daniel Island Club. The cloudless sky and gentle breeze helped the guests enjoy the surroundings during the prelude time. The wedding colors of sage green and pink created a romantic and fun atmosphere also in timing with the upcoming spring season. We performed part of the prelude with a guest flutist which created a nice change of instrumentation with the flute taking the solo parts.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Seating of Mothers/Grandmothers
Gift of Love (Flute Solo)

Entrance of Bridal Party
Canon in D – Pachelbel

Entrance of Bride
Trumpet Voluntary – Clarke

Recessional
Hornpipe – Handel

Classical Duo – Wedding Ceremony – The Palmer House

Our Classical String Duo performed on a perfect Saturday afternoon at the Palmer House Bed and Breakfast nestled right on the battery. The ceremony took place on the small lawn which offered privacy and a bit of quiet away from East Bay. The Palmer House is a perfect spot if you are having a smaller more intimate wedding. You can also have the ceremony and reception on the 2nd floor porch as well as inside the parlors which offers unparalleled views of the Charleston harbor.

We performed a traditional classical setlist of songs to fit the traditional ceremony.

Grandmothers/Mothers
“Air” from the Water Music – G.F. Handel

Bridal Party
Canon in D – Pachelbel

Bride
Trumpet Voluntary – Clarke

Recessional
Wedding March – Mendelssohn

Classical Trio – Wedding Ceremony – Middleton Place

We enjoyed performing with our Classical Trio at Middleton Place. We performed right under the Middleton Oak and the views were absolutely stunning. Even though the skies were overcast the temperatures remained comfortable and pleasant to be outside. The ceremony colors were very rich and fitting for the oncoming fall season featuring colors of burgundy, orange, and dark greens.

We performed an charming, lively set of songs. The Rondeau by Mouret is a good option for the Bridal Party because it is upbeat and has a nice direction/tempo.

Mothers/Grandmothers
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring – J.S. Bach

Bridal Party
Rondeau – Mouret

Bride
Canon in D – Pachelbel

Recessional
“Spring” – First Movement  from the Four Seasons – Vivaldi

Classical Duo – Wedding Ceremony – I’on Creek Club

We enjoyed performing for the wedding at the I’on Creek Club. The I’on Creek Club is quaint venue right along the river with a very charming clubhouse.
The late-day lighting creating a fresh ambiance for the ceremony after it had rained earlier before.

 

 

 

 

 

 

We performed a traditional set of songs to match the elegant and romantic atmosphere of the ceremony including:

Seating of the Mothers
Jesu Joy of Man’s desiring

Processional
Canon in D

Bridal Processional
Trumpet Voluntary

Recessional
Ode to Joy and Horn Pipe

Classical Duo – Wedding Ceremony – Cassique Golf Club

We enjoyed performing for the wonderful wedding celebration held at Cassique on Kiawah Island. The ceremony was held in the rear of the club house facing the expansive views of the course. Even though the wedding had around 200 guests, the ceremony carried the character of a small and exclusive affair away from the hustle-bustle of downtown Charleston.

This was a fun wedding to do since we got to perform the Gamecocks Fight Song for the recessional! The bride and groom were both Gamecock fans and had attended USC so they requested for us to perform the song. It was a unique and fun song to perform as a recessional for the strings!

Grandmothers/Mothers
Simple Gifts

Wedding Party
Trumpet Tune

Bride
Trumpet Voluntary

Recessional
The Gamecocks Fight Song

Classical String Duo – Wedding Ceremony – Cotton Dock at Boone Hall

We enjoyed performing for the Boone Hall wedding this past Saturday. Despite the threatening cloud cover the temperature remained cool with a slight breeze for the ceremony. The vistas of the lime-green marsh made for a quaint and serene ceremony.

Boone Hall features its stately and main house with an expansive front lawn which is very popular for ceremonies. The Cotton Dock is also a very popular venue ideal for ceremonies and receptions.

We performed a lively assortment of traditional selections to fit the traditional program.

Seating of the Mothers

Canon in D- Pachelbel

Bride
Bridal Chorus- Wagner

Interlude
Amazing Grace – Early American Melody

Recessional
Wedding March- Mendelssohn

Postlude
“Allegro” from Spring- the Four Seasons- Vivaldi

Classical String Duo – The Rice Mill

What a stunning wedding we performed for at the Rice Mill! It was such a refreshing day performing on the waterfront and the chic  colors worked beautifully for this spring-time wedding.

The bride worked in a black and white damask pattern with a splash of pink into the reception decor while keeping the ceremony light and airy with the pink and green colors.

The music consisted of a perfect mix of contemporary and traditional selections. Here are the selections we performed for the ceremony:

Grandmothers/Mothers
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring

Bridal Party
In My Life – Beatles

Bride
Canon in D

Recessional
Viva La Vida – Coldplay

Classical String Quartet – Wentworth Mansion

One of many historic venues for weddings, The Wentworth Mansion wedding we performed for had a wonderfully old-world, romantic feel in the air. The colors of cream whites, blush pinks, and peaches in the roses and hydrangeas set the springtime mood for this charming ceremony. It truly did feel like we were performing in a lovely English rose garden for an intimate sized wedding. More information can be found at Weddings at the Wentworth Mansion.

The music also reflected the spring-time ambiance. We performed some “Spring” themed songs including “The Flower Duet” from Lakme, as well as the well-known “Spring” from the Four Seasons. Here is our full set list of songs we performed from:

 

Grandmothers/Mothers

“The Flower Duet” from Lakme - Delibes

Bridal Party

Serenade – Haydn

Bride

“Spring” from the Four Seasons – Vivaldi

Recessional

Trumpet Tune – Purcell

Classical String Duo – Stony Landing House at Old Santee Canal Park

We enjoyed performing for a wedding at Stony Landing.  The historic house is settled on sprawling and hilly landscape that rolls down to the serene river. You definitely feel like you are away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. The wedding had a relaxed and outdoorsy feel including bright sunflowers and irises for the ceremony. We performed a more contemporary set of repertoire to fit with the laid-back atmosphere.  All contemporary song selections were arranged specifically for the Palmetto String Duo.

Processional

In My Life – Beatles

Bride

Wild Horses – The Rolling Stones

Recessional

Viva La Vida – Coldplay

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