Rates

Pricing and Reservations

String Quartet - $750

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. Together, we've played nearly 100 weddings as a quartet. If not available for your date, we will likely offer you a fine string quartet from our selective list of players, or 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 $950

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 $700

For a noteworthy classical music wedding ceremony, experience the elegance and gorgeous sound of the oboe, flute and cello in a trio. Additional hours are $300. The trio is any combination of flute, oboe, or violins and cello.

Woodwind/String Duo $600

Appropriate for intimate gatherings, the duo is oboe, flute, or violin together with the cello. We recommend this combination for small indoor rooms with parties of fifty or fewer. Additional hours are $200.

Flamenco Guitar (solo) $500

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. Additionaly, Oliver's amazing cross-genre band is available for receptions.

Holiday Music $900

If you are considering adding a string quartet to your holiday festivities, remember that we have a wonderful book of Christmas music we've been cultivating over the years. The rate is designed for two hours, but we can do more or less depending on your requirements.

Discounts

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

Travel

We charge $5/mile for travel outside of a 15 mile radius from downtown Austin. 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.