Live Music & Event Entertainment in Orange County, CA
OC Strings provides live musicians and event entertainment throughout Orange County, California, including string quartets, trios, duos, solo violinists and cellists, jazz bands, cover bands, DJs, and live sound for weddings, corporate events, galas, and private parties. Our home base is Orange County, and we respond to most inquiries within 24 hours.
Check availability and get a quote or call (517) 862-2214.
Live Music for Every Orange County Event
- Weddings: ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception music, from a solo violinist for an intimate elopement to a full string quartet with a DJ for the dance floor.
- Corporate events: conferences, product launches, holiday parties, and client dinners, with polished background music or featured performances.
- Galas and fundraisers: elegant string ensembles and custom large groups for black-tie events.
- Private parties: birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, quinceañeras, and celebrations at home or at a venue.
- Memorials and religious services: respectful, carefully chosen music for church services and celebrations of life.
Ensembles and Entertainment
- Soloist: violin, cello, guitar, piano, and more, acoustic or with backing tracks.
- Duo: most often violin and cello, ideal for ceremonies and dinners.
- Trio: one of our most popular groups for ceremonies and cocktail hours.
- String quartet: two violins, viola, and cello, with our largest repertoire.
- Large ensembles and orchestras: custom groups for luxury events.
- Jazz groups, cover bands, mariachi, DJs, and MCs to keep the celebration going.
- Live sound: microphones, speakers, and mixing so your officiant and toasts are heard clearly.
See starting prices on our pricing page, wedding options on wedding packages, and listen to performance samples.
Orange County Cities We Serve
We perform across Orange County, including Irvine, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Anaheim, Orange, Tustin, Santa Ana, Fullerton, Yorba Linda, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Rancho Santa Margarita, and Seal Beach. We play hotels, resorts, estates, churches, wineries, golf clubs, beach venues, and private homes.
Why Orange County Couples and Planners Choose OC Strings
- Professional musicians: our players hold advanced music degrees from schools including USC, UCLA, and Juilliard, and have recorded at studios such as Sony, Fox, and Warner Brothers.
- Music that fits your event: classical favorites, modern pop, film themes, and custom requests arranged for strings.
- One team for the whole event: ceremony strings, cocktail hour jazz, and a reception DJ or band from a single booking.
- Fast, clear quotes: tell us your date, venue, and group size and we usually reply within 24 hours.
Orange County Live Music FAQ
How much does it cost to hire a string quartet in Orange County?
Pricing depends on the ensemble size, date, performance length, and venue. Our pricing page lists starting prices for soloists, duos, trios, and quartets, and we provide an exact quote once we know your event details.
How far in advance should I book musicians for an Orange County wedding?
Popular Saturdays from spring through fall often book 6 to 12 months ahead. If your date is sooner, contact us anyway, because we can often still put together a group.
Can you perform outdoors at beach and garden venues?
Yes. We regularly play outdoor ceremonies. String instruments need shade and protection from rain and extreme heat, so we work with you and your venue to plan a covered performance area.
Can you learn a special song for our ceremony or first dance?
Yes. We have a large repertoire of classical and modern music, and we can arrange special requests when they are requested in advance.
Do you provide a DJ and sound system too?
Yes. We offer DJs, MCs, and live sound with microphones and speakers for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions.
Also Serving Los Angeles, San Diego and Ventura County
OC Strings also performs throughout Los Angeles, San Diego and Ventura County, and travels for events elsewhere. New to planning entertainment? Read our guide on how to hire musicians for an event.