Live music makes any event more memorable!
Processional
Bridal Chorus from “Lohengrin” by Wagner [traditional "here comes the bride"]
Canon in D by Pachelbel - works well for either bridesmaids or bride - ideal for 6 or more bridesmaids
Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring by J.S. Bach - another good piece for both brides and bridesmaids
‘Winter’ from the Four Seasons by Vivaldi
Largo in G by Handel
Trumpet Voluntary by Clark - for a more regal entrance
Trumpet Tune by Purcell
Recessional
Wedding March by Mendelssohn - traditional
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, 1st mvt. by J.S. Bach
La Rejouissance from “Royal Fireworks” by Handel
Hornpipe from “Water Music” by Handel
‘Spring’ from the Four Seasons by Vivaldi
Unity Candle/Sand Ceremoney/Rose Ceremony
Dance of the Blessed Spirits by Gluck
Air on G by J.S. Bach
Meditation from 'Thais' by Massenet
Aria by Handel
MUSIC
J.S. Bach Air on G, Aria, Ave Maria (Bach/Gounod), Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, 1st mvt., Concerto for Two Violins, Gavotte and Musette in D, Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring, Loure from the Third Suite for Cello, My Heart Ever Faithful, Rondeau in b minor, Sarabande from the First French Suite, Sheep May Safely Graze, Two Gavottes from the D major Suite Beethoven Fur Elise, Ode to Joy, Romance in G Brahms Hungarian Dance No. 5, Hungarian Dance No. 6, Theme from 1st Symphony Clark Trumpet Voluntary Dvorak Humoresque Elgar Salut D’Amour Franck Panis Angelicus Gluck Dance of the Blessed Spirits Handel Aria, Gavotte in C, Hornpipe from “Water Music”, La Rejouissance from “Royal Fireworks”, Largo in G, Sinfonia Jephtha Haydn London Trio No. 4, Serenade Kreisler Schon Rosmarin Massenet Meditation from "Thais" Mendelssohn Wedding March (recessional) Mozart Alleluia “Exsultate, Jubilate”, Ave Verum Corpus, Divertimento No. 1, Divertimento No. 3, Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, March from the “Marriage of Figaro”, Viennese Serenades Pachelbel Canon in D Purcell Trumpet Tune Rachmaninoff Vocalise Schubert Ave Maria, Serenade Schumann Song “To Sunshine”op. 36, Traumerei J. Strauss Tales from the Vienna Woods, Roses from the South Piazzolla various Tangos Tchaikovsky Love Theme from “Romeo and Juliet”, Waltz from “Serenade for Strings” Traditional Amazing Grace (Newton), Brother James Air, Navy Hymn Traditional Jewish Chorshat Ha'Ekaliptus, Dodi Li, Erev Ba, Erev Shel Shoshanim, Jerusalem of Gold, Kol Nidrei, K'var Achare Chatsot, Mazel Tov, Shein Vi Di Livone Ungar & Mason The Lovers' Waltz, Ashokan Farewell Vivaldi ‘Autumn’ from the Four Seasons, ‘Spring’ from the Four Seasons, ‘Winter’ from the Four Seasons Wagner Bridal Chorus from “Lohengrin”(processional)
This is only a partial listing of the most popular selections in our library. If you have a special piece in mind that you do not see listed, please don't hesitate to ask about its availability. If we do not own a copy of your desired selection, we may be able to specially arrange it for you (charge of $25/piece applies).
A Sample of our Selections
Suggestions for a Wedding
Azalea Strings was first created in 1998 by members of the Graduate String Quartet at the University of Florida. Comprised of all professional musicians, Azalea Strings performs regularly together for special events. We have been providing professional chamber music for weddings and private functions for over 15 years. Our home service area is Naples, Florida, but we are willing to travel throughout the state.
We are all professional musicians, and we perform regularly with symphonies and ensembles in the region. We are versatile in that we can arrange a group to best suit your needs. We are hired most often as a String Trio, which consists of two violins and a cello. Our groups range from a solo instrumentalist, which is most appropriate for very small, intimate gatherings, to a string quartet, which works the best at large, outdoor parties.
Our roster
Ariel Eliot, violin & viola
Galen Kaup, violin
Dale Sandvold, violin
Scott Crowley, cello
Renee Bartholow, cello
Ariadna Barbe-Villa, bass
Richard Fleisher, harp
Peter Fancovic, piano
BIO
PHOTOS
Classic Chamber Concerts, Naples, 2016
Miami Soul Strings
CCC, Sugden
a beach wedding..
Bower Chapel Baroque
at Naples beach..
Ensembles
String Trio (two violins and a cello)
This group is appropriate for all sized gatherings, repertoire is extensive, sound is full and strong.
String Duo (two violins or violin & cello)
This group works well at smaller, more intimate settings. Because the sound is not as full as the trio, it is not recommended for large, outdoor spaces.
String Quartet (two violins, viola & cello)
This group is best for large, open settings and parties that last longer than three hours. Sound-wise, the quartet is not significantly different from the trio.
Rates
Home Area Rates (for reference only)
Duo - $375/first hour, $60/additional half hour
Trio - $550/first hour, $90/additional half hour
Quartet - $725/first hour, $120/additional half hour
For a specialized rate quote, please contact us at azaleastrings@gmail.com or call (239) 285-4517.
VIDEO
Scott Crowley
Our Old Promo
Otamatone fun
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Tango S.V.P. is an exciting and new tango group that has recently been called to acclaim by many local residents of Naples. Some of its members have been playing and performing tango music for over twenty years. Members Ariel Eliot and Ariadna Barbe-Villa both decided to form this group after Ariadna's recent move from the east coast to her new hometown of Naples, FL. Ariadna traveled to Argentina several years ago to meet and collaborate with the original cellist for Astor Piazzola, Jose Bragato. He is now 100 years old. During their collaboration, Jose gave Ariadna a lot of his original music. In addition, he helped her to cultivate the stylings and nuances of many original Piazzolla compositions as only the legendary composer would have wanted. Thus, a rebirth of tango tradition directly emerged from Piazzola's musical lineage.
Other members of the group include Peter Fancovic, Galen Kaup and Scott Crowley. Peter Fancovic is a virtuoso organist and piano player. Although his roots are in Classical music, he is also very well trained in the art of jazz improvisation. Galen Kaup grew up in Potsdam, NY and had a very early performance career as a fiddler, along with his Classical studies. He also composes polyphonic arrangements for an interesting and modern Japanese instrument called the Otamatone. Scott Crowley has had a diverse career as a soloist for many different types of ensembles within Classical music, off-broadway musicals, and even Pop music. He plays on a very stylish Lewis & Clark carbon fiber cello.
After Piazzolla moved to Paris and studied with Nadia Boulanger, a series of his Paris-published tangos were recorded in 1955 with the Opera of Paris Orchestra and jazz pianist Martial Solal. Tango S.V.P. is among these compositions. Tango S.V.P. captures the playfulness, sensuality and mystery of tango music from the early part of the 20th century. Likewise, both Tango S.V.P.'s name and music are affectionately inspired by the genius of Piazzolla.
Tango S.V.P.
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