Category Archives: Chicago Pop String Quartet

Chicago Wedding Band Performs String Pop – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Mariah Carey) – String Quartet Cover – Holiday Song

The string musicians from our Chicago wedding band had a (virtual) lot of fun recording this string pop and string quartet cover of All I Want For Christmas Is You (Mariah Carey). Holiday string quartet covers and string covers of Christmas songs are perfect for a cozy night at home at this time of year, while enjoying Christmas lights and even more Christmas music and holiday music.

Christmas music instrumental creates such a warm background for family time and gift wrapping. Mariah Carey’s iconic Christmas song is performed here in classical pop style, with the Artistrings string quartet.

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Katherine Hughes, violin
Carol Kalvonjian – violin
Benton Wedge, viola & arrangement
Matthew Agnew – cello

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String Pop – Don’t Start Now (Dua Lipa) – String Quartet Cover

You guys, we had SO much fun with this one. Although we’re still recording from our own individual homes (thanks COVID!), we can play together through the magic of technology. Our very favorite Chicago wedding band custom packages include the Artistrings string quartet for ceremony and/or cocktails. Pair the Chris or Carol Sarlas Orchestra with Artistrings and you’ve got an entertainment lineup that won’t miss!

Artistrings is back this week with a string quartet cover of Don’t Start Now (Dua Lipa). We’ve been wanting to record this one since February! Finally made it happen. This Don’t Start Now string cover hits all the bases: string pop modern pop and classical pop with exciting string covers of popular songs. The Artistrings acoustic pop string quartet is a traditional string quartet made up of four instrumentalists: 2 violins, viola, and cello. One track per instrument and zero overdubs/stacks. If you love string quartet covers of popular songs, and especially if you’re interested in our custom arrangements of string quartet sheet music, please subscribe for our weekly updates!

String Quartet Sheet Music – Hallelujah – Jeff Buckley – Beautiful Arrangement

Artistrings string quartet performs Hallelujah/Jeff Buckley. We hope you enjoy this beautiful arrangement by Benton Wedge. Friends who are getting married, this is perfect inspiration music for walking down the aisle. If you stick around through the end of the video, you’ll see our behind the scenes discussion between arranger and cellist. What actually is a good transition time to get from pizzicato (plucked) to arco (with the bow)? Get the answer to this burning question right here 🙂 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for original string quartet arrangements, wedding ceremony music tips, wedding reception music tips, and violin and cello covers of popular songs.

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Katherine Hughes, violin
Carol Kalvonjian – violin
Benton Wedge, viola & arrangement
Matthew Agnew – cello

Everlong Cover Acoustic Rock String Quartet Killer Arrangement!

Everlong Cover Acoustic Rock String Quartet, with an absolutely KILLER arrangement from Artistrings. This Foo Fighters tune is a favorite of many, and is unparalleled in the indie and alternative music world. We arranged as a special request for a wedding ceremony, and our couple actually chose it as music for walking down the aisle. Although it’s a lot faster than we’d normally recommend for processional, it worked perfectly for this couple as they walked down the aisle. Bonus: it works really well for a wedding ceremony recessional, the music for walking out after the ceremony is finished! This Indie tune has become a favorite with our Chicago string quartet. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for original string quartet arrangements, wedding ceremony music tips, wedding reception music tips, and violin and cello covers of popular songs.

Carol Kalvonjian – violin
Katherine Hughes, violin
Benton Wedge, viola & arrangement
Matthew Agnew – cello

Chicago Pop Strings Ensemble Plays Shiny Happy People, R.E.M.

Here’s a classic pop tune that makes everyone smile. The Artistrings Chicago pop string quartet has some favorite tunes, and Shiny Happy People is one of them! We’re throwing it back to 1991 and loving every second.

You know the words, sing along!
“Shiny happy people laughing

Meet me in the crowd, people, people
Throw your love around, love me, love me
Take it into town, happy, happy
Put it in the ground where the flowers grow
Gold and silver shine

Shiny happy people holding hands
Shiny happy people holding hands
Shiny happy people laughing”

What’s your favorite tune from the 90s? Shoot us over a message!