Testimonials

We have received many appreciative letters about our performances over the years. Here is a selection . . . .

“I am writing to thank you for your participation in the 2007 Belvoir by candlelight evenings. The performances were so completely amazing this year. The standard just gets better and better with each year that passes…without fail the performances were considered to be of the highest quality and carried out with superb professionalism by all concerned…Once again many thanks.” Duchess of Rutland

"Thank you very much for the excellent and beautifully performed music you gave us last Sunday. From the comments we received, it went down extremely well with our guests . . . We will certainly recommend you, if the opportunity arises." Dr N.K. Barnsdale Lodge Hotel

"I just wanted to drop you a line and thank you very much for coming to Belvoir Castle and giving such a marvellous performance. I stood at the door of the Castle as people were leaving, and there can be no doubt that everyone leaving had thoroughly enjoyed themselves." AN-“Belvoir by Candlelight”

"We would like to express our sincere thanks to you for helping to make our Day such a memorable and special occasion. You played beautifully, and my only regret was not getting to speak to any of you in person." R&S P

"Thank you for being there on our wedding day and playing such wonderful music. It really did add that special touch to our day." D&A Rothley Court Hotel

"Thank you so much for the wonderful musical accompaniment to our champagne reception ..... Everyone commented on how fabulous the string quartet was, they really made the atmosphere quite special." H&J S

“I am writing to ask you to pass on to all your quartet our grateful thanks for playing at the wedding at Prestwold Hall…..Everyone commented on how lovely it was to have music backing the occasion. I’m sorry I didn’t see you again but as Mother of the Bride I was just about to make a speech!! I hope we are able to hear you again at some other event. But meanwhile may I wish you every success in all your events. We had a wonderful day from start to finish and you will be a part of the memory recorded, and which we carry with us.” SN M.B.E.

“Thank you very much for the lovely music that the quartet played at our wedding reception…Various guests commented and enjoyed the music” R&C L

“I am writing on behalf of the committee to express our very sincere thanks to you and the other members of the quartet for a wonderful evening. Many people have expressed to me their enjoyment of the evening, hopefully they got the opportunity to pass this onto you directly on the night…the music was fantastic and a well matched blend of different types which I believe worked well...our sincere thanks once again.” NB Chairman

“I am writing to say a big thank you for your performance at my daughter’s wedding. Unfortunately in all the hubbub and excitement of the evening I did not manage to speak to you all. It was a wonderful evening and the variety and quality of the music from the quartet contributed immensely to everyone’s enjoyment. Thank you again. PG

“A belated but nonetheless heartfelt thank you to you all for your wonderful contribution…..at Halstead House Farm. We are most grateful and trust you enjoyed it as much as all the other guests who appreciated “live” music.” KJ

“Many thanks for playing so beautifully at our Marriage Blessing. We had a wonderful day, and you made it all the more special…We’ll pass your name on to others. Thanks again.” P&J D

“I wanted to write to say thank you so much for playing at our wedding-I tried to get to talk to you, but kept getting side tracked! The music was wonderful really perfect for the setting. I concentrated on it coming down the stairs, I was so nervous but it was just so beautiful, I was down before I even realized!! I hope that you heard some of the comments made by our guests, they loved the music as well. Thanks again, I wish you loads of success for the future, it was just perfect.” M&NP Belvoir Castle

“We just wanted to say a big thank you with regards to our wedding held at Oakham Castle…Now that we are back from our honeymoon, we are able to formally thank those that have helped to make the day special. The music provided by yourself and colleagues was truly wonderful and we would be grateful if you could pass on our thanks to your colleagues. Once again, thank you!” CD

“Thank you so much for the beautiful music you played on Saturday. I could hear it in the bedroom as I was getting ready and it was so soothing and relaxing. It helped to make our day very special, so thank you again!” D

“Please forgive my tardiness in writing this letter. I mentioned this to my son Stuart and he said I should still write to you, as you would realize how much we enjoyed your performance if we are still thinking of it a year later! It is now coming up to my son and daughter in law’s first wedding anniversary. Recalling the wonderful day we all had, reminded me I had not written and thanked you for providing such delightful music for us at Scalford Hall. We enjoyed the music in the grounds, but especially indoors during our wedding breakfast, it did add a special and lovely difference to the occasion. Do be sure to give our thanks to the other members too.” YB

“Many thanks for playing at our wedding at Belvoir Castle. Many guests commented on how beautiful you played. I’m just sorry that we didn’t get a chance to say thank you in person due to the busy photo schedule.” J&G

“First of all my apologies for the time it’s taken to get back in touch! Its all been a bit hectic as we moved house two days after getting back from honeymoon!....We would both like to say a huge thank you to you and the rest of the quartet for playing on the day. It set the atmosphere we wanted and I think a lot of people were very surprised to hear live music all day. In all honesty I can’t remember too much about what was played when I came in and we went out, you could have been playing “Bat out of Hall” for all I remember! But I know everyone else was taking it all in! The applause for you all when you all made to leave I think showed everyone’s appreciation for all your hard work! Thank you so much….I would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone who enquired!” JS

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for kindly playing the duet at Belvoir Castle for the guests of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland. Everyone enjoyed the duet immensely.” JB The Belvoir Estate

“I was no able to speak to the trio on the day but I just wanted to say how pleased we were with the music. Many of our guests commented on how it contributed enormously to the tone of the day. It really was the most beautiful occasion and would not have been complete without the music. Thank you so much.” AH

“We didn’t get to speak to you on the day but we just wanted to say a big thank you for the wonderful music at our wedding….It really helped make the day special! A&L

“Just a little card to say thanks for playing at our wedding at Belvoir Castle. You were wonderful, and it made such an impact as you walked through the doors!” J&R

“I would just like to say thank you very much indeed……the music was wonderful and lots of the guests commented on how fabulous it was-really enjoying the mix. It made the ceremony and reception so special for us.” GP

“Thank you very much for the lovely music during our wedding reception in Belvoir Castle. It must be very hard to play at wedding receptions when really the main attention is towards bride and groom and the formalities and drinks afterwards. However several of our guests commented on your music and we thought we have to let you know! Thank you again.” A P-O

“Thank you so much for playing at our daughter’s wedding at Gorse Lodge. Your music really created the atmosphere we wanted. We do hope that you were looked after by the organizers as we didn’t really have the opportunity to speak to you. Thank you.” J&N M

“Thank you for playing so beautifully at our wedding at Belvoir Castle, You were amazing and truly contributed to the magical atmosphere and sheer joy of our day. Thank you so much.” J&S S

“We just wanted to say a big thank you to the trio for playing at our wedding on Saturday. It made the day really special. It was so good of them to be able to play outside, it was lovely being on the terrace and hearing them play. It was perfect. Thank you so much.” J&R

“Thank you for helping to make our celebration more memorable at such short notice.” SM

“Just wanted to say thank you so much for your services at our wedding at Dodmoor House. I had kept you a secret from all the guests, who said it was a wonderful surprise and that the music was fantastic. Really sorry I didn’t get to thank you or even speak to you on the day, but we were happy with your services right through from booking to the day itself. Thanks again.” J&D C

“We want to thank you and your colleagues for the beautiful music you provided. We had the most wonderful day and we really appreciate your part in making it so special! S&S

“We would like to thank you so much for giving our wedding ceremony at Oakham Castle such a lovely atmosphere. We had a wonderful day and appreciated your music, as did our guests.” S&C

“On behalf of Converteam and myself I would just like to thank all of you at Arioso for a splendid evening’s entertainment at our recent Trafalgar Night Dinner. Many of the guests remarked on the high quality of the musical accompaniment to dinner and I am certain the atmosphere in the marquee would have been considerably less pleasant without the quartet. Once again very many thanks and I look forward to calling on your services again in the future.” WU

“We wanted to write and thank the three musicians who played so beautifully at our wedding at Holdenby House. They were incredibly professional and talented. Many of our guests commented on their music and were greatly impressed with their performance. We would be grateful if you could ensure that each musician is thanked on our behalf…We just wanted to let you know how pleased we were with Arioso. We will be recommending you.” J&M D

“We would both like to say a very big thank you for your performance at our wedding. The music was superb and the organization excellent. You were always in the right place at the right time. I apologise for not saying hello, but it was a busy day…..thanks again.” N&D