Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Music Partner in North Carolina
As the owner of Corda Entertainment, I take pride in delivering creative and personalized musical experiences for life's most important moments. Since 1997, we have performed over 3,000 weddings and events across North Carolina and Virginia, combining artistic excellence with 28+ years of industry expertise. Our team of professional musicians holds advanced performance degrees and collaborates with prestigious orchestras, ensuring exceptional quality in every performance. We specialize in string ensembles, jazz trios, and orchestral arrangements tailored to weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.Recognized by Wedding Wires Couples Choice Award and The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame, we maintain rigorous standards through formal training and continuous adaptation to contemporary musical trends. Our commitment to detail extends from pre-ceremony planning to flawless execution, with customized repertoire selection and seamless coordination with event timelines. With formal education from the North Carolina School of the Arts and principal violin positions in the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra since 1988, we combine academic rigor with practical experience to deliver unforgettable musical experiences.
Services
String Quartets
Jazz Trios
Solo Violin
Ceremony Music Coordination
Reception Entertainment
Trumpet Accompaniment
Flute Ensembles
Wedding Processional Planning
Outdoor Performance Setup
First Dance Arrangements
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 28+ years of specialized wedding music experience
- Our musicians hold advanced performance degrees and professional orchestra positions
- We provide diverse ensemble options from solo violin to full orchestras
- We guarantee seamless coordination with event timelines and processions
- We maintain exclusive partnerships with regional orchestras and music professionals
What people say
Professional musicians
Personalized service
Seamless coordination
Exceptional musical quality
Excellent reputation
Services
String Quartets
Our string quartets feature two violins, viola, and cello for balanced, full-spectrum sound. Ideal for weddings with 150+ guests, these ensembles deliver classical elegance and modern versatility. Each performance combines technical precision with emotional expression for unforgettable ceremonies.
Ceremony Music Coordination
We handle all musical aspects of your ceremony from prelude to recessional. Our team coordinates with event timelines, provides repertoire guidance, and adapts to procession speeds. This service ensures perfect musical synchronization with your special day's flow.
Jazz Trios
The Corda Jazz Trio combines traditional instruments with contemporary arrangements for cocktail hours and receptions. Featuring violin, cello, and piano, these performances blend Scott Joplin rags with modern pop hits for sophisticated ambiance.
Outdoor Performance Setup
We provide specialized equipment and attire adjustments for outdoor events. Our service includes temperature-controlled performance protocols and contingency planning for weather changes while maintaining acoustic instrument quality.
First Dance Arrangements
Custom arrangements for wedding dances feature string duos through quintets. We adapt contemporary pop songs and classic ballads to acoustic instruments while maintaining original compositions' emotional impact and danceability.
People
Alison Lawson
President
Professional violinist with BM and MM degrees from North Carolina School of the Arts. Principal Second Violin with Greensboro Symphony Orchestra since 1988. 30+ years wedding industry experience and 3,000+ events performed.
Questions
What musical ensembles do you offer?
We provide solo instruments through quintets, including string quartets, jazz trios, and orchestral arrangements. Specialized options include The Corda Electric Duo and Brooklyn Style Duo.
How do you handle outdoor performances?
We require minimum 60°F temperature and shaded performance areas. For colder weather, we need heaters. Rain requires indoor backup locations to protect acoustic instruments.
Can you accommodate special music requests?
Our extensive library includes both traditional and contemporary pieces. If a requested song isn't in our collection, we'll research arrangements and provide nominal fees for new preparations.
What attire do musicians wear?
Indoor ceremonies: tuxedos for men, black formal wear for women. Outdoor events: collared shirts and black pants for men, black formal wear for women. Custom attire available upon request.
How are fees determined?
Pricing depends on ensemble size, performance duration, and event location. A 50% deposit reserves your date, with final payment due 30 days before the event.
Do you provide ceremony coordination?
Yes, we coordinate music timing with processions and ceremony elements. We work with event planners or guide clients directly to ensure perfect musical synchronization with your event flow.
