As the weather shifts to winter here in Chicago, there’s nothing better than cello jazz for a cozy night at home or a micro wedding celebration. Black Orpheus (Manha de Carnaval) is one of those jazz standards perfect for improvisation and cellist Matthew Agnew’s rendition with guitarist Gabriel Datcu is excellent wedding cocktail hour music. Cello standards, cello jazz music, and cello jazz covers are a fresh take on bossa nova and a uniquely wonderful pairing with our Chicago wedding band.
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Gospel Choir Songs – Acapella Gospel Singers – Praise Music for Wedding Ceremonies
Hey everyone! Meet the Sarlas Gospel Singers! These talented vocalists create exciting praise music for wedding ceremonies and celebrations. We recorded this back in February, just before that big COVID asteroid fell from the sky. The room was full of happiness and joy, as you can easily see how much these gospel vocalists absolutely love singing together. And those harmonies — OMG goosebumps all around.
If you’re daydreaming about your 2022 wedding (and it’s a perfect time to do that, BTW), start thinking about the things you can do to personalize your celebration. Imagine the impact of having a vocal ensemble like this one sing the music as you walk down the aisle (processional). Or, music as you exit the ceremony (recessional). Then, imagine what it would be like if these vocalists were randomly mixed in with your guests, and did a surprise pop up at the end of the ceremony, coming together to sing and catapult your celebration into cocktail hour. Lots of possibilities here! Goosebumps guaranteed.
Songs you’ll find in this video:
Praise Him – Joe Douglas & Spirit of Praise
Oh Happy Day – Edwin Hawkins
Power Belongs To God – Hezekiah Walker
More Than Anything – Lamar Campbell
The ensemble is led by vocalist Tim Johnson.
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.
This Hallelujah arrangement (string quartet sheet music) is available here. If you like what you see & hear, please give us a like!
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!