Diamond Strings

Unfortunately no, we do not offer expanding to trios and quartets. Diamond Strings specialises in duo violin, guitar & violin and solo violinist performances and have over 10 years of experience in this type of ensemble. The Diamond Strings music has been specially arranged by Melanie to perfectly compliment these ensembles. A larger ensemble requires completely new music arrangements.

Additionally, the Diamond Strings director, Melanie has specially rehearsed and trained the select Diamond Strings violinists to have the highest standard of performance, presentation and sound equipment expertise.

It comes down to wanting to offer what we do best! If you’re heart is set on a trio or quartet, we would be happy to refer you to another quality string ensemble of our acquaintance.

Diamond Strings is a boutique wedding music business created by Melanie Cuthbertson, our creative director and principal violinist. It not a booking agency, nor is it a fixed ensemble. Rather it is made up of a small group of musicians that Melanie has hand-picked to work closely with for their exceptional musicality, stylish presentation, and their complete adoration of weddings.

These talented musicians enjoy rehearsing and performing together and have been specially trained by Melanie to consistently present a sparkling Diamond Strings performance.

Yes! Diamond Strings performs at many wedding expos and venue open days each year. These are a great opportunity to see Diamond Strings perform, and to ask questions.

Please contact us to ask about our next performance near you or head over to our website and view our 'Wedding Fairs' page for dates and details. We would love to meet you!

Alternatively, you might like to view our beautiful videos on our website.

Yes! Diamond Strings offers one complimentary ‘special request’ song as part of your booking. Any additional songs attract a fee of $100 each. (We charge the extra fee as it can take several hours to arrange and rehearse a new song.)

Yes! We can definitely come and just play one song. However, this would still be at our minimum call out price.

Diamond Strings has a minimum booking price of a one hour performance, although we are happy to play for as much or as little as you require during that time. This is because regardless of the amount of time we are actually performing, we have put in the effort to arrive, beautifully presented, at your wedding and to set aside that day for you.

Amplification is always included for the Guitar & Violin Duo and Solo Violinist packages.

Our Violin Duo performs acoustically at wedding ceremonies, however, amplification is essential for all ensembles performing for drinks and canapés/pre reception/ special event entertainment.

The two violins in our Violin Duo naturally project a full acoustic sound, and beautifully complement the quiet, peaceful atmosphere of a wedding ceremony.

Later on in the day when guests are celebrating and chatting with each other, sound levels naturally increase, particularly indoors. At this point the beautiful background music that has been specially organised goes unheard, unless the musicians are amplified.

To create the perfect background music level, Diamond Strings uses their professional, state-of-the-art Bose, Line Array amplification system that is designed to create an even wash of sound over 100 metres squared.

Unfortunately, canapés/pre reception/special event bookings are often taken by string groups without the ensemble being able to guarantee a suitable level of background music throughout the booking.

Diamond Strings uniquely provides professional amplification because Melanie created Diamond Strings to be a service that authentically meets the needs of her clients.

Most string groups are formed from classically trained musicians who aren’t comfortable with amplification equipment, as they do not have the expertise required and/or they don’t wish to spend the time, money and effort needed to provide it.