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  • TESTIMONIALS

    "I just wanted to say thank you so much for the amazing music you played at our wedding ceremony & reception. We were so pleased to hear our favourite music being played, especially the Pachelbel Canon in D and of course Pelagia's Song which really meant something to me. We really appreciate you arranging, learning the music and entertaining everyone. We can't thank Kaleidoscope Music enough for helping make our wedding day so special. Many thanks once again, Nicola and Robert."

    Kaleidoscope String Quartet at Chewton Glen Country House Hotel & Spa Resort, New Milton, New Forest, Hampshire

    "Dear Kaleidoscope Music, your musicians were brilliant! The Solo Cellist gave the ceremony a lovely atmosphere and everyone remarked on the beautiful music. The Traditional Dixieland Jazz Band was also much appreciated and created a wonderful presence to the afternoon reception. As ever, thank you for your assistance. Best wishes, Linda".

    Solo Cello and Traditional Jazz Trio at Winchester Guildhall, Winchester, Hampshire

    "On behalf of all of the guests at our wedding ceremony and wedding reception, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Kaleidoscope String Quartet for helping to ensure that our day was such an outstanding success."

    Classical String Quartet at Lainston House, Winchester, Hampshire

    "We would like to thank your Traditional Jazz Band for its contribution to our wedding day on Saturday at Langrish House. They did a great job! Our guests have all said that they really enjoyed the music and we both loved it."

    Jazz Musicians at Langrish House, Petersfield, Hampshire

    "I just wanted to drop a quick note to you to thank you for the wonderful performance the Kaleidoscope String Quartet gave at our wedding reception at Chewton Glen Hotel. The background music they provided was the perfect backdrop to our wedding and far exceeded our expectations. Several of our guests have asked us for your contact details, so hopefully they will be in contact with Kaleidoscope Music soon!"

    String Quartet at Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa, New Milton, New Forest, Hampshire

    "I would just like to thank you and James Prince for a fantastic evening, I have had lots of people wanting to pass on their thanks to James for his magic. We hopefully will be able to arrange again for next year. Thanks, Tim."

    James Prince Close Up Magician, Selborne Village Hall, Selborne, Alton, Hampshire

    “Thank you very much for all your help in organising the music for the wedding reception on Saturday. We would be pleased if you could convey our appreciation to all the members of the Ob Jay Da Party Band. So many of our guests have said how much they enjoyed the music and asked for your name.”

    Ob Ja Da Function Covers Band at Goodwood Marriott Hotel, Chichester, West Sussex

    “Once again, thank you for providing your Classical Quartet for our regimental dinner night. The evening was a great success and I would like to thank the musicians for a great performance.”

    String Quartet at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Camberley, Surrey

    “Thank you so much for helping to make our special day wonderful. The String Quartet made such a beautiful relaxing atmosphere and Fever Party Band were superb. Both groups were professional and friendly - everyone commented on how good they were.”

    String Quartet and Fever Band at HMS Warrior, Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth, Hampshire

    “Please pass on our best wishes and thanks to the members of the Pogles Wood Barn Dance Band who were really excellent when they played at our ceilidh.”

    Barn Dance Folk Band at Tithe Barn, Ditcham, Petersfield, Hampshire

    “A note to say thanks for performing at our wedding service and reception. Everyone thought your were marvellous and I haven’t seen the organist look so animated for some time!”

    String Quartet at Chichester Cathedral and Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa, Littlehampton, West Sussex

    “This is just a quick note to let you know that our Burns Night Supper last Thursday was a great success. The Scottish Piper was excellent and helped us a lot during the evening. Thanks for your help once again.”

    Highland Bagpipes, Royal Naval Museum, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, Hampshire

    “Thank you so much for making all the music on our wedding day at the Goodwood Estate a great success. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves - it was perfect, Steve, myself and my parents were thrilled.”

    Classical String Quartet & Jazz Band at Goodwood House, Chichester, West Sussex

    “Thank you so much for the beautiful wedding music that your String Quartet played at our daughter’s wedding at the Solent Hotel, Whiteley. It was simply wonderful and very much enjoyed by everyone there. It set the seal on a perfect day.”

    Kaleidoscope String Quartet at Solent Hotel, Whiteley, Fareham, Hampshire

    “I felt I must just drop you a quick note to thank you for your wonderful performance on Saturday at our daughter’s wedding reception at Manor Barn. Everyone said how excellent you were, and we shall certainly recommend you to our friends. Many thanks.”

    Jazz Quartet at Manor Barn, Buriton, Petersfield, Hampshire

    “Superb is the only word that comes to mind. Huge, huge thanks to all the players in the Kaleidoscope String Quartet for your professionalism, I have had nothing except praise to pass on to you so again, a big thank you.”

    Professional String Quartet at Rhinefield House, New Forest, Hampshire

    “Dear Kaleidoscope Music Limited, Thank you for a great evening.”

    Military String Quartet at Officers' Mess, The Royal Artillery Barracks, Baker Barracks, Thorney Island, Emsworth, Hampshire

    “Just wanted to thank you for all your help and excellent musicians at our recent wedding. The String Quartet were superb and highly professional, whilst the Jazz Trio were just fantastic! They all helped make our day extra special and we just can’t thank you for your help enough.”

    String Quartet & Traditional Jazz Band at Warbrook House, Eversley, Hook, Hampshire

    “Many thanks for a super concert in Bournemouth. I would like to thank all those who helped and took part, especially Kaleidoscope Music and Entertainment Agency for your first class professionalism. Everyone I have spoken to enjoyed the concert so much. As well as taking the memory of the music away with me, I got to take one of the floral displays home too, and it’s still flourishing. I very much hope that we shall meet and arrange something musical again.”

    Kaleidoscope Concert Orchestra at Bournemouth, Dorset

    “Just a quick note to thank all the classical musicians involved at our wedding reception. We loved the String Quartet who provided the perfect ambience. Also thanks to Kaleidoscope Music Agency for the professional service throughout.”

    String Quartet at The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne, East Sussex

    "I just wanted to say how much we and our guests enjoyed the classical and popular music your Palm Court Trio played at our birthday party. The Beatles and show music was perfect for the occasion and we will treasure the CD (Vocalise) as a lovely souvenir. Very best wishes, Sylvia and Phil."

    Kaleidoscope Palm Court Trio at Langstone Hotel, Langstone, Hayling Island, Hampshire

  • Kaleidoscope String Quartet

    The Kaleidoscope String Quartet is an ensemble of professional musicians with the experience to create a unique atmosphere for your event. With a varied selection of repertoire (Mozart to Abba, Pachelbel to Queen), the string quartet is ideal for Wedding Ceremonies, Receptions, Dinners, Product Launches, Military and Mess Gatherings, Birthday and Anniversary celebrations. The string quartet is very manoeuvrable and can be used for occasions requiring rotational music. If a particular piece of music is required, then we will be pleased to arrange it for you given enough notice. A small charge may be required to cover arrangement fees. However Hymns for wedding services, military marches for regimental mess dinners and national anthems for official toasts are provided completely free of charge.

    A number of the musicians have performed across Europe & America and have provided music for members of the Royal Family, US Presidents, Prime Ministers, Politicians and Celebrities. The Kaleidoscope String Quartet is also the preferred Quartet for a growing number of prestigious venues in Hampshire, Dorset, Surrey, Sussex and many other counties within the south of England. Regularly performing at: Chewton Glen & Rhinefield House (New Forest), Lainston House (Winchester), The Vyne (Basingstoke), Manor Barn & Tithe Barn (Petersfield), HMS Warrior & HMS Victory (Portsmouth), Goodwood House (West Sussex) and many more historic venues.

    The String Quartet have also recorded tracks with a number of pop bands, performed newly commissioned works and have played in the occasional television documentary & film!

    EXAMPLE CLASSICAL PROGRAMME (audio clips in red)

    Eine Kleine Nachtmusik Nessun Dorma Canon by Pachelbel
    Mozart & Vivaldi Excerpts Brandenburg Concert No.1 Presto (Mozart)
    Greensleeves Ravel’s Bolero Vivaldi Four Seasons
    Habanera (From Carmen) Polotsvian Dances Air On A G String
    Minuet (The Lady Killers) Bridal Chorus (Wagner) Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba
    Hornpipe (From The Water Music) Wherever You Walk Wedding March (Mendelssohn)
    Flower Duet (British Airways) Air (From The Water Music) Romance (The Gadfly)

    EXAMPLE POPULAR PROGRAMME (audio clips in red)

    Killer Queen El Choclo Bohemian Rhapsody
    Money, Money, Money (Abba) All You Need Is Love Your Beautiful (James Blunt)
    Can’t Help Falling In Love Everything I Do (Brian Adams) Can’t Take My Eyes Of You
    When I’m Sixty Four (Beatles) Don’t Get Around Much It Don’t Mean a Thing
    Amarillo Wonderwall (Oasis) Lullaby Of Birdland
    Lets Face The Music Yellow (Cold Play) West Side Story
    Don’t Stop Me Now Chasing Cars (Snow Patrol) Fawlty Towers Theme


    Wedding Ceremony Music Suggestions Page

    Kaleidoscope String Quartet Classical Repertoire List

    Kaleidoscope String Quartet Popular Repertoire List

    RECENT FEEDBACK:

    Dear Kaleidoscope String Quartet,

    WOW WOW WOW!!!

    I have just got back from my honeymoon and am now sorting through emails etc……

    The quartet was FANTASTIC, I cannot thank you enough for making our day that ‘extra special’. The quartet was smart, lovely to talk to and played beautifully, if you need me to write an appraisal or you have a feedback form then I will be happy to give you 11 out of 10.

    Your quartet made both Emily and I have a tear, it was just magic to hear you guys at our wedding day.

    You will be definitely and immediately recommended should anyone ask me for music services.

    Once again thank you, you guys really have no idea how awesome you made our wedding day.

    Ricky and Emily


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