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Expert: - 8/23/2008


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Hi!  I am getting married in September, and the wedding will be outdoor nearby a creek.  There is a small gazebo where I would like a string trio or quartet to play.  My question is should I be concerned about the difference between a trio or a quartet?  I want the music to be loud enough and sound harmonious, so ideally I wanted a quartet, but I have been unable to find one that is available on my wedding day.  What do you think?

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well good luck on your wedding..i would opt for the quartet because the repertoire is so much bigger and of course it will be a little louder but it will be more expensive..having said that, a decent trio should have a fair amount in their repertoire and should be ok if loud enough
try contacting your local professional symphony orchestra...there is usually some people there who will specialise in this kind of thing
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Stephen Levine

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I can answer most questions about any kind of classical music but with special emphasis on the violin, it's, repertoire and technique. I can also help with orchestral and chamber music.

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I was a professional violinist in one of the London orchestras for 25 years I also coached chamber music and played in film and tv studios. My career encompassed 17th music to 20th century music, from symphonic through chamber music to opera,

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L.R.A.M.(Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Music) A.R.A.M.(Associate of ther Royal Academy of Music) A.R.C.M.(Associate of the Royal College of Music)

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