The string quartet was originally formed from players in the Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra. There is a wealth of talent amongst the players, and a stylish selection of music is on offer: from Bach, Mozart, and Pachelbel (to name just a few) to The Beatles, Andrew Lloyd-Webber and songs from the shows. Several combinations of instruments are available in addition to the string quartet, as each person plays several instruments, for example, piano, flute, saxophone & clarinet. (They can even offer didgeridoo!)

Quality, professionalism, and personalized service have made this well-established string quartet one of the finest in the north of England. Prestigious venues they have played recently include Carlton Towers, near Goole; Seaham Hall, near Sunderland; Crathorne Hall, near Yarm; Headlam Hall Hotel, near Darlington; Allerton Castle, near Knaresborough; and Auckland Castle, Bishop Auckland.

When you walk down the aisle you might be a musical enthusiast or, like many, barely able to remember anything from your last music lesson at school! Either way, the Musica Viva string quartet will help you to select music that is special, reflects your feelings and is appropriate to your setting. Their impressive repertoire features hours of classical favourites, popular tunes, jazz standards, tangos, waltzes, salsa, rock & roll and much more!