Rates

Pricing and Reservations

String Quartet - $850

A favorite configuration for over two hundred years, the string quartet (two violins, viola and cello) yields a luscious and elegant sound, while remaining economic and portable. If we are not able send you a fine string quartet from our highly selective list of players, we will direct you to some of our trusted colleagues. We are often hired to stay and provide elegant music for cocktail hours and receptions. Additional hours are $400.

String Quartet + Trumpet Fanfare $1000

While the string quartet itself is exquisite, the addition of the trumpet takes it to another level. Adding a fanfare to the bridal processional leaves no doubt when the bride has arrived.

Woodwind Trio $800

For an exquisite wedding ceremony, experience the elegance and gorgeous sound of the oboe, flute and cello in a trio. Additional hours are $300 (limited to music from the classical and baroque eras). A violin may substitute one of the woodwinds.

Woodwind/String Duo $700

Appropriate for intimate gatherings, the duo is oboe, flute, or violin together with the cello. We recommend two violins, flute and cello, and viola and cello. This size ensemble is appropriate for small indoor rooms with parties of fifty or fewer. Additional hours are $200.

Flamenco Guitar (solo) $600

We are very happy to offer one of Austin's finest world musicians, our esteemed colleague Oliver Rajamani. The exotic flair of Spanish flamenco guitar is available for your wedding ceremony. This rate includes two hours of service. Additionally, Oliver's amazing cross-genre band is available for receptions.

Fine Background music for Dinners and Gatherings $1000

Having a string quartet (or saxophone quartet) at your event enriches the atmosphere in countless and intangible ways. The rate covers two hours.

Discounts

We offer discounts for non-wedding events, and also events between Monday and Thursday.

Travel

For all events within a 20 mile drive from downtown Austin, there is no travel charge. For events further than 20 miles, we charge $5/mile for travel. If your event is out of the Austin Metro Area, we will consider the travel fee on a case by case basis.

Providing you with exquisite music is a privilege for which we are grateful. Keeping that in mind, we are delighted to help you choose selections for your event which are complimentary and enriching to your vision. Our clients are thoughtful and discriminating, and are generally very busy people: so we do our best to respect your time and efforts. If you would like more information about booking the Hill Country Strings, please call 512-689-1975 and ask for Thomas, or email and request more information. Please include the details of your event; including the date, time and address.

A contract and deposit reserves your date with the Hill Country Strings. We book weekends an average of six months in advance of most wedding ceremonies, and our calendar stays very full, so it's a good idea to reserve a date as soon as possible.