Hands down the best decision we made for our wedding was booking Organic String Quartet! They provided the music for our ceremony and cocktail hour and completely exceeded every expectation. They showed up early, coordinated perfectly with the church organist, and were an absolute joy to work with from day one. We threw them a curveball by requesting "Cornfield Chase" from Interstellar (a piece they'd never done before), and oh my gosh; they nailed it. It sounded incredible live and turned our processional into something straight out of a movie. So many guests told us it was the most beautiful wedding music they'd ever heard. The real moment of magic? Midway through the ceremony, someone's phone alarm started blaring from the grooms room. Instead of letting it derail the vibe, the quartet instantly transitioned into the softest, most gorgeous background playing that completely covered the noise. We didn't even notice it happened until our bridesmaid pointed it out later; that level of professionalism and quick thinking blew us away. Special shout-out to Alicia for being so kind, responsive, and patient while we figured out our music list. She made the whole process feel easy and actually fun. If you're on the fence, just book them. Organic String Quartet isn't just great musicians; they're the kind of vendors who genuinely care about making your day perfect. 1000/10, we're still smiling thinking about how beautiful they made everything sound. Thank you!! read more

We worked a wedding with them recently at Ponte Winery in Temecula and they did a fantastic job! They were professional, easy to work with and talented. The guests absolutely loved their performance and I'd recommend Organic String Quartet to anyone looking for live music. read more

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Organic String Quartet played at our wedding during the ceremony and the cocktail hour and it was a beautiful performance. In particular, my wife is a huge Depeche Mode fan and they played multiple Depeche Mode songs during the cocktail and our guests loved it. read more

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First and foremost, a big THANK YOU to Alicia for being a part of our crazy wedding journey since 2019 and for being super understanding and accommodating to our new date after postponing in 2020. Leading up to our big day, Alicia was responsive, prompt, and professional. We're so happy that we had Organic String Quartet playing at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour at the Vibiana in Downtown Los Angeles. They sincerely made the mood and atmosphere all the more heartwarming and special for our guests. They played all the songs that we wanted for our ceremony, and were absolutely incredible! Our guests made the comment that they were one of the BEST string quartets they've heard live at a wedding. I wish that my husband and I had more time to enjoy their music, but we were running around doing photos and preparing for our reception. To the future Bride and Groom reading through our review right now... this is your SIGN to hire Alicia and the Organic String Quartet. You won't be disappointed! read more

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The Organic String Quartet was such an amazing team to work with, their musicians were so professional and amazing. They played so beautifully and it was exactly what we were looking for to elevate our ceremony and cocktail hour. We got so many compliments on the songs they were able to play. We loved that they were able to play so many current hits while also adding the classical twist! So glad we were able to work with them for our special day! read more

This group blew me away at my good friend's wedding. The event was anything but conventional. We are treated to covers of largely 80s songs and we (especially my table) got a kick out of the spot on renditions that brought us back. We could tell they enjoyed themselves too, so it was a treat to see them having fun as well. Bravo! read more

Performed at my wedding and reception. Did a great job - easy to communicate with, and we're very professional.

We recently hired Organic String Quartet to play at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel this past July, and they left quite a lasting impression on our guests. Alicia and team was a dream to work with, and they offered an extensive list of music selections which we had no issues choosing from, ranging from traditional to modern to everything in between. I had also asked if we could add their vocalist to sing "The Rose" during the candle ceremony, which would be a special surprise for my mother-in-law... she was deeply touched by the beautiful presentation of the song, and it truly warmed her heart through it all, which is the impact we were hoping to achieve. Organic String Quartet exceeded our expectations from their professionalism, presentation, timeliness, responsiveness-- we couldn't ask for a better team to work with! read more

Recently had the experience of working with Organic String Quartet for our wedding and I could not be happier with their work. They played beautifully and were even able to play specific songs for the processional and for the cocktail hour as well. Their song repertoire is extensive and they are also able to rearrange songs per your request as well. Live music made all the difference and I heard many great things about their performance and our guests were greatly entertained. I highly recommend them! read more

This review has been about eight months in the making, but I needed to let everyone finally know how great Alicia and here team were at my wedding in May of 2016. I had originally seen them perform at my cousin's wedding three months prior and my then-fiancée at the time and I instantly knew we wanted them for our ceremony as well. We introduced ourselves to all three and told them to expect an email from us soon thereafter. From the get-go, Alicia was incredible at responding to my emails in a timely manner and answering any and all questions I had. Whether it was about money, songs, timing, etc., she let me know exactly how everything would work and reassured me time and again. The day of the wedding, the string quartet was tremendous. They arrived to the church well before anybody else showed up to make sure they were prepared. And when the ceremony ran late in starting, they were extremely patient as we all waited. They played all the songs we requested and played them perfectly. Everybody I talked to after commented on how nice of an idea it was to have them there. Trust me, if you're looking for something unique and extremely well done, get a hold of Alicia. The rest, as they say, will be history. read more

Alicia was a dream to communicate with and WOW the quartet at our wedding totally set the mood for an amazing party. This is a MUST have for any wedding! They played all our favorite songs via amazing covers, and for a small free (about $100) they found the music for a learned This Must Be The Place by the Talking Heads for me to walk down to aisle to with my dad. So special and they did an amazing job! Hailey & Brian, Millwick Nov. 14 2021 read more

We worked with Alicia for the past 2 years as we postponed our wedding since May 2019 and finally tied the knot in Oct 2021. All of our guests are RAVING about our ceremony and the music the String Trio we hired booking with Alicia. We picked a number of songs as our guests arrived, a few other songs for our processional, a candle remembrance song & recessional. They had quite a list of song selections to choose from and if they don't have something specific on their list, you have the option to have them learn it for an additional fee. We thought about it but decided to use the songs they already had in their library. Alicia was very responsive, professional and accommodating as we moved our date a few times. I would highly recommend booking and they have a few options to choose from depending on how many musicians you want at your event. read more

When I was planning our wedding, I knew that music would be really important. I wanted a sound that was rich, timeless, and romantic. I decided that we would have a string quartet play at our wedding. I found Organic String Quartet and once I contacted them, they emailed me back quickly. Throughout the planning process, Alicia was very helpful. I wasn't actually present to hear most of the music in person, but what I did hear sounded wonderful! We did a blend of Disney and Star Wars songs and all the guests told us the quartet sounded amazing! Everyone really loved the music! Organic String Quartet did a fantastic job playing our wedding music!!! The musicians were dressed professionally, arrived early, played the correct songs, played songs in the correct order, and timed the music so the ceremony flowed nicely. We are very happy that the music aspect of our wedding ceremony was executed flawlessly. It was one of the only opportunities we had, during our wedding, to weave our personalities into the formality of the event. Thank you Organic String Quartet for making our ceremony so memorable and extra sweet with the music you played!!!!! read more

Alicia and her team were fantastic and very easy to work with. The best part of working with them is that they have nearly all of their songs on their website so that you can sample the songs and see which songs you want to include. They stuck to the songs that we wanted, and they played beautifully! I have been to several events with quartets, and they were one of the best if not the BEST group I have ever heard! They were the BEST that I have ever heard at a wedding. I wish that we spent more time up on the roof enjoying their music, but we were running around doing photos and other things around the venue for the ceremony. They also worked with me on timing so that they had adequate shade if umbrellas or portable cover is not available. We looked at a shade study to confirm that they would have the right amount of shade from an adjacent building structure. read more

Hiring Alicia and her team was simply the best and easiest decision I made. We literally met one time and discussed the specifics and Organic String Quarter exceeded all of them! Their prices are reliable and their service is esteemed and professional! They made my wedding perfect and worry free! read more

We loved working with Alicia and her team. She was on time and gave me a list of songs I didn't even think it would work for the ceremony.. Guests enjoyed the cocktail hour with the trio she brought and the modern style music she played. I highly recommend Alicia and her team! read more

When planning my September 2016 wedding at the Four Seasons The Biltmore in Santa Barbara, I knew that I wanted a string quartet to perform during our ceremony and cocktail hour. I hired Organic String Quartet, who was recommended by my wedding coordinator. Alicia was responsive and a pleasure to work with. All of our communication leading up to the wedding was through email and even though we never met in person, I trusted that Alicia and her team would do a great job on our wedding day. Alicia's music list is extensive and includes various genres. Alicia informed us of approximately how many songs would be played during the prelude and cocktail hour, and asked that we provide our music list two weeks before the wedding. The musicians arrived to the venue on-time and dressed in all black. They were talented and professional. The quartet played beautiful music and I will never forget the feeling I felt walking down the aisle to Canon in D. For our cocktail hour, the quartet played contemporary, upbeat music, which set the mood for the rest of the evening. I would definitely recommend Alicia and Organic String Quartet! read more

Working with Alicia and her team was a pleasurable experience. The process was simple and communication throughout was clear. We were impressed by the extensive song list to choose from. Having Organic String play at our wedding was a transcending experience. Hearing our songs play during the processional really added to the specialness of the day. It was difficult holding back tears when the song of the bride started to play. The string quartet played beautifully. We reached out to QSQ because of their rendition of "Stay by Me" and really wanted to have them play it during the unity segment of the ceremony. We had a concern, about the music playing over the Officiant but Alicia was able to assuage our concerns and lay out options. In the end, we trusted her judgement on how to proceed. The result was a beautiful touch to the ceremony that elevated how we were feeling. Our guests raved about the quartet and how it added a perfect touch. We are thankful to QSQ and would highly recommend them for your next special event! read more

Having this trio perform at my wedding ceremony and cocktail hour was an absolute delight! The booking process was simple and pleasant. Alicia was very responsive and answered all of my questions. Their music portfolio is VERY vast, ensuring you'll be able to hear just about anything you could ever want! I love their selection of contemporary music. Their performance day-of was fantastic and my guests loved the sound. Thank you SO much for being the perfect entertainment! read more

The Organic String Quartet did a magnificent job on our wedding day; their musical offerings are so varied, but we did have a few songs we really desired that were not a part of their repertoire and they accommodated us with no issues. They arrived dressed appropriately and really added a touch of class and refinement to our ceremony and cocktail hour. Everyone loved their beautiful execution of our song list. Our contact Alicia was very helpful and responsive when we had questions. Would highly recommend the OSQ for your next special event! read more

Organic String Quartet provided exceptional service and music for our recent wedding. They went above and beyond and were so pleasant to work with! We had endless compliments on the musicians and couldn't be happier with the wonderful team! read more

Amazing string quartet performers! Alicia is an incredible individual who was very patient with us throughout wedding planning during the pandemic. She was flexible with the date change and informed us of all the necessary steps in picking processional, recessional, and cocktail hour music. All our guests were captivated by their performance and song selections. Walking down the aisle with Organic String Quartet playing Saint Saens, The Swan was an unforgettable experience! Very happy to work with them again :)! Thank you so much OSQ! read more

There are no words for...the organic string quartet. My God father and God mother gifted them for our wedding and they were amazing. They were beyond classy and the music...o the music was above and beyond what I expected. We rushed through our pictures because we wanted to hear them live, all we had heard before was there music on the internet. Let me tell you...they made our cocktail hour so much more special. They played some of our favorite songs from the radio. If you are looking for a classy reception or cocktail hour...book them. I promise you won't be sorry. Thank you again! Sandy and Lee read more

Recently had a wedding and had Organic string quartet's pianist to come play for my church ceremony and vow song. Alicia was very easy to work with and very professional. The pianist Judy is absolutely a wonderful and talented pianist. We worked really well together in minutes at just our first meeting. She is very delightful and very easy to work with, and she could follow my voice very well and at the right key, and I can comfortably sing without any hesitation. Very professional and punctual. We had a very successful and memorable wedding. And very satisfied with their coordination. Highly recommend without reservation. Amazing team. read more

We has Organic String Quartet play during the ceremony and cocktail hour at our wedding in Septemeber 2017 and they were wonderful. Each of the musicians was a true professional and really made the day extra special and memorable. We've also recieved countless compliments since. I loved the wide range of song choices and working with Alicia was great! I highly recommend Organic String Quartet, if you choose them you will not be dissapinted! read more

We hired a OSQ Trio to play our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. Alicia was very accommodating with music requests and even arranged a specific song that we asked for the processional. A very professional group, with decent pricing, with a professional sound and a vast repertoire. I am a musician myself, so I am picky about my music and they were exactly what I expected. We (unfortunately) did not get to enjoy their music ourselves at the cocktail hour, but we heard great things from our guests. They were a perfect addition to our wedding day. read more

Alicia Spillias, founder of Organic Strings is an absolute professional from the moment she responds to your inquiry to the last music note played at your celebration. The Quartet ensemble she assembled for our wedding was a group of talented young professionals who lent vibrancy and elegance to our ceremony and cocktail hour at Carondelet House. She is a wedding music pro and more - her range is impressive. Responsive, flexible, a pleasure to work with, timely, talented, and extremely organized are just a few words that describe our positive experience working with Alicia. Our appreciation to you Alicia, and to your talented ensemble for bringing your best, and for creating such an inviting and warm and lyrical atmosphere at our Carondelet House wedding! read more

We hired Organic String Quartet to play during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and they were phenomenal! We worked with Alicia, the owner, on booking them for our wedding and she was very helpful, friendly, and quick to respond. During the ceremony we stuck with traditional songs such as Trumpet Voluntary, Canon in D, and the Wedding March. For the cocktail hour we went more modern with selections from Game of Thrones, Jurassic Park, Muse, Beyonce, Adele. etc. Unfortunately, due to Santa Monica's noise restrictions we had to move the music inside for cocktail hour and most of our guests wanted to remain outside which is such a shame because they sounded absolutely fantastic. Highly recommend! read more

We hired the string trio for our wedding ceremony. Alicia was prompt with email and polite. We weren't sure exactly what music we wanted, but they took our vague instructions and delivered an outstanding performance. Our guests commented on how lovely it was. They were on time and looked great. If we get married a second time, we will definitely hire them again! read more

Organic String Quartet was out of this world PHENOMENAL! When I was creating my perfect wedding, I had already decided what I wanted to walk to: A live version of Priscilla Ahn's "Dream" with a lead singer. So finding a creative, talented and qualified string quartet to meet my needs was a bit of a challenge, but I found it in OSQ! We met with Alicia a year and a half before our wedding and she was very sweet, receptive and answered all of our questions. She also informed us that she was the singer in the group. After hearing their samples online, I was confident in their ability to perform at our wedding and we signed a contract with them As the days lead up to our wedding day, we were having issues with our location in regards to amplification and electrical needs. I was so stressed with everything and didn't know what was required (as there were so many moving parts and vendors to work with for this ONE thing). Alicia was the nicest vendor during this whole, confusing process. She managed to coordinate everything with the vendors and got down to the matter. In the end, this group was on time, set everything up and were amazing! We requested that upon arrival, our guests heard jazz and cocktail hour stuck to pop hits. And of course, the song I walked to was everything I imagined! The song ran a little long after I arrived at the altar so they wrapped up the song in a natural and effortless way that wasn't obvious. Everyone was in awe of their talent and the overall vibe they gave our wedding. Having a string quartet greet our guests at our outdoor, vineyard wedding really made this event more classy and impressive. If you have the money (compared to other quartets, they are not as expensive!) and want a sophisticated vibe at your wedding, it is worth the investment! read more

Bravo!! Organic String Quartet provided a cellist and violinist at my large Ethiopian/American wedding Labor Day weekend and they were outstanding! Our guests loved the selections and ambience the music provided as well as how it helped frame our "regal" theme. Alicia was great to work with and while I can't recall hearing anything when I was inside the ballroom (the wedding was a blur), listening to them during the pre-ceremony from just outside where they were set up was magical and helped me get my gameface on. ;-) Thanks OSQ!!! read more

We had Organic String Quartet play a few songs during our ceremony. They had an extensive list of songs to choose from. They were professional, prompt and on time. And the most important part - they sounded amazing!! Having them play during our wedding really helped create the romantic atmosphere we wanted. Highly recommend! read more

This group is beyond 5 stars. They are professional and extremely talented. Everything was up to expectations and I received a lot of compliments on them from guests. They were definitely a highlight to my wedding ceremony. read more

I own a larger booking agency in SoCal and work with 100's of musicians - Alicia and The Organic String Group is one of my all time favorites. So much so, my wife and I hired them for OUR wedding ceremony. From stringed renditions of Beethoven and Pachelbel to Gun's N Roses and Bon Iver - their song selection is amazing. On top of that, Alicia is SUPER easy to work with and a complete professional. Very happy to know them and have the opportunity to continually share their talent with our top clientele. read more

We hired Organic String Quartet for our wedding and they were responsive and on the ball. We put them in touch with our DJ to work out amplification, etc. and they worked perfectly together. They played 30 minutes for our welcome cocktails, the processional and recessional, and the cocktail hour. Everyone absolutely loved their performance. I even had several people let us know how great they were and how much they loved the fact that the string quartet played California Love! When I heard the first few notes of Canon for my walk, I nearly cried before I even walked down the aisle. And when I heard the music in our wedding video I absolutely lost it. They captured the emotion of our day so beautifully that I recommend them 100 percent. They have a great song list and are a pleasure to work with. Thanks Organic String Quartet! read more

They were so lovely! I'll be honest, I only saw them once during my wedding and I only really heard them during my walk down the aisle, but our guests told me they were awesome! We hired them for pre-ceremony, ceremony, and cocktail hour music and our guests raved about them! I got "Did you know your string quartet played Drake?!" more than once lol. Working with Alicia was effortless and they were very professional, my walk down the aisle was perfect, and I have no complaints. They were affordable and flexible and consummate professionals. read more

We really wanted to have strings in our wedding and our coordinator recommended Organic String Quartet. We were very happy with Alicia and her team. They were easy to work with and having all their songs on-line made the process very streamlined. They played for our ceremony and played beautifully. We were so busy running around, we were not able to enjoy the music as our guests arrived, but we loved hearing the strings as we walked down the aisle. Thank you for being a part of our special day! read more

Alicia and her team that makes up the Organic String Quartet are simply wonderful. Alicia was so easy to work with, from initial booking to final run through! She is caring and passionate regarding her work and her play list is simply amazing! We worked with Alicia for our wedding at Greystone Mansion and were elated with the final product. She was quick with replying to any inquiries and super flexible with any last minute changes. I wanted to walk down the aisle to the Game of Thrones theme (which was unique and awesome!) so Alicia was open to that change a few weeks before the event! The processional and cocktail reception music fit the vibe we were looking for and the guests loved it. The guests were content, the bride and groom were content....what more can you want. Cheers to Alicia and the Organic String Quartet! read more

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I had a duo from the Organic String Quartet play at my wedding for the pre-ceremony, ceremony and cocktail hour. They were absolutely amazing! Alicia is not only wonderful to communicate and coordinate with, but she is also very accommodating to whatever you are envisioning. They learned three new songs that came from our personal congregational song book, and they truly mastered them! They are extremely talented musicians that took my wedding to another level of class and elegance. They helped my fiance and I create our perfect day! read more

Alicia and her team were so easy and wonderful to work with during the wedding planning process! The musicians played beautifully during our wedding ceremony, were very accommodating about learning new songs at a nominal price and I was so impressed with how quickly Alicia always responded to emails and questions. We absolutely loved working with Organic String Quartet and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for live musicians to play at their wedding or other event! read more