"Just wanted to write a quick note of thanks - the performers were fantastic, great musicians and very professional. Would gladly recommend Stringspace for other functions or events."

R. Endres

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"Your musicians performed magically for us. We and our guests were so impressed and so moved - the music set such a lovely scene. I personally cannot believe that I had a quartet of that calibre play for us. Thank you."

A & N Kirkhope

stringspace - Melbourne String Quartet

Costs & Bookings:

It is important to read all costs & bookings information carefully before making a booking.

Deposit and Performance fees / Payment /Requirements /
Out-of-Melbourne / Cancellation policy /Liability

Booking enquiries can be made via email or alternatively by phone:

Lucie - 0412 582 437

Stringspace bookings:

Step 1: Send your enquiry with date, time and venue address.

Please mention if you would like a free Stringspace Live Samples CD.

Step 2: Fill in the Stringspace booking form (doc | pdf) and email or fax back to Stringspace.

Step 3: Ensure final payment is made and the song list is sent by 10 days prior to your event.

1. Confirmation deposit:

The confirmation deposit is $330 ($300 + $30 Gst) and will confirm your booking with Stringspace. The confirmation deposit is non-refundable.

Alternatively if you would prefer to pay upfront in 1 installment, please mention at the time of booking.

Please allow 4-5 business days for your payment receipt.

1. Standard Melbourne Performance fees (incl. GST):

(All prices include Confirmation Deposit)

Stringspace Performance Fees:

1 hour Bookings:
* String Quartet = $990
* String Trio = $825
* Violin & Cello Duo = $605
* Solo = $440

1.25 hour Bookings:
* String Quartet = $1056
* String Trio = $874.50
* Violin & Cello Duo = $616
* Solo = $467.50

1.5 hour Booking (recommended for wedding bookings):
* String Quartet = $1100
* String Trio = $907.50
* Violin & Cello Duo = $660
* Solo = $495

2 hour Bookings:
* String Quartet = $1430
* String Trio = $1155
* Violin & Cello Duo = $770
* Solo = $550

2.5 hour Bookings:
* String Quartet = $1540
* String Trio = $1237.50
* Violin & Cello Duo = $825

3 hour Bookings:
* String Quartet = $1650
* String Trio = $1320
* Violin & Cello Duo = $880
* Solo = $770

4 hour Bookings:
* String Quartet = $2090
* String Trio = $1650

5 Hour Bookings:
* String Quartet = $2530
* String Trio = $1980

6 Hour Bookings:
* String Quartet = $2970
* String Trio = $2310

A String Quartet consists of 2 violins, 1 viola & 1 cello and has the richest harmonies. A String Trio has 2 violins & 1 cello. A String Duo is either 1 violin & 1 cello or 2 violins.

Double String Quartet - a double string quartet is made up of 4 violins, 2 violas & 2 cellos.The price is double that of the above listed string quartet prices.

Stringspace String Orchestra: Stringspace can also book string orchestras for:

• film recordings
• tv productions
• pop bands
• commercials
• cd recordings
• corporate events
• product launches
• weddings
• parties
  

Contact Stringspace directly for a quote.

3. Payment Options:

- Please note that full payment is expected (and appreciated) at least 10 days prior to the date of the event. Charges may apply for late and overdue payments.

Credit Card:

We accept Visa, Mastercard & AMEX.

1) A 1.5% surcharge applies to all VISA & Mastercard credit card payments. There is a 3.5% surcharge for AMEX.

2) Please do not provide credit card details by email. It is okay to supply credit card details as an emailed attachment. eg. on your booking form

3) To confirm total cost and make a credit card payment, please contact Stringspace by phone, fax or post or download the credit card booking form (doc | pdf) and email or fax it back to us.

4) If you would prefer to book and make your payment with credit card over the phone please call Stringspace on: 0412 582 437.

Direct Deposit:

Stringspace
BSB: 032 197 ACC: 283 767
Reference: Your Name

Westpac: Neutral Bay

(If paying by direct deposit please nominate your name as payment reference in the comment field and notify Stringspace by email).

Cheque or Money Orders:

Please make cheque or money orders payable to "Stringspace" and contact Stringspace for postal details.

Live Performance Requirements:

1) Four chairs without arm rests.

2) Adequate reading light and performance space.

Outdoor events: Shelter from direct sunlight or rain is required. This may mean finding a location that has shade, eg. shade from trees, a verandah close to the ceremony or a gazebo. A large secure umbrella is also a popular solution. If raining an alternate location for the event is required.

Events longer than 1.5 hours: the musicians will require one 10 - 15 minute break per hour. Breaks can be organised to coincide with speeches. The first break occurs after the 1st hour.

Please provide refreshments for events longer than 1.5 hours and a meal for events longer than 4 hours.

Extra Stringspace Information:

1.Musicians are expected to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of scheduled event.

2.Stringspace recommend making wedding ceremony bookings for 1.5 hours. So that music can be performed as your guests arrive.

3. All special music requests from our music lists must be finalised at least 10 days prior to your event.

4. It is possible for the musicians to be seated in 1 area for the start of a booking (eg. ceremony) and another area for later in the same booking (eg. canapes). We recommend having chairs set up in both locations for a quick change.

We have set prices for some of our more popular
out-of-Melbourne destinations:

Yarra Valley and other popular wedding locations:

45-60mins travel from Melbourne CBD: (eg. Tatra Receptions, Kellybrook Winery, Lilydale, Emerald, Sunbury, Corio, Gisborne & Mt Macedon).

* 1.5 hour bookings:
String Quartet = $1320
String Trio = $1072.50
String Duo = $715
Violin/cello soloist = $495
* 2 hours
String Quartet = $1430
String Trio = $1155
String Duo = $770
Violin/cello soloist = $550
* 2.5 hours
String Quartet = $1540
String Trio = $1237.50
String Duo = $825
Violin/cello soloist= $605
* 3 Hours
String Quartet = $1650
String Trio = $1320
String Duo = $990

60-90 mins from CBD: (eg. Coldstream - Stones of the Yarra, Yarra Glen, Daylesford, Gruyere, Dromana, Seville, Mt Eliza, Geelong, Mt Dandenong, Mornington, Mt Martha & Frankston).

1.5 hour Bookings:
String Quartet = $1430
String Trio = $1182.50
String Duo = $825
Violin/Cello Soloist = $605
2 hour Bookings:
String Quartet = $1540
String Trio = $1265
String Duo = $880
Violin/Cello Soloist = $660
2.5 hour Bookings:
String Quartet = $1650
String Trio = $1347.50
String Duo = $935
Violin/Cello Soloist = $715
3 hour Bookings:
String Quartet =$1760
String Trio = $1430
String Duo = $1100
Violin/Cello Soloist = $770
4 hour Bookings:
String Quartet = $2090
String Trio = $1650
String Duo = $1210
5 hour Bookings:
String Quartet = $2530
String Trio = $1980

90-120 minute from CBD: (eg. Healesville, Warburton, Hepburn Springs, Red Hill. Barwon Heads, Torquay, Ocean Grove, Point Lonsdale, Queenscliff & Anglesea).
* 1.5 hours:
String Quartet = $1650
String Trio = $1375
String Duo = $990
* 2 hours:
String Quartet = $1760
String Trio = $1457.50
* 2.5 hours:
String Quartet = $1870
String Trio = $1540
* 3 hours:
String Quartet = $1980
String Trio = $1650

120-150 minute drive from CBD:(eg. Sorrento, Aireys Inlet & Lorne).
*1.5 hours
String Quartet = $1760
String Trio = $1512.50
String Duo = $1100
*2 hours
String Quartet = $1870
String Trio = $1485
*2.5 hours
String Quartet = $1980
String Trio = $1622.50
*3 hours
String Quartet = $2090
String Trio = $1732.50
*3.5 hours
String Quartet = $2200
String Trio = $1842.50

All distances from http://maps.google.com.au/maps

Minimum booking is 1.5 hours for out-of-Melbourne destinations.

Cancellation Policy:

The Stringspace $330 deposit is non-refundable.

Notice of any cancellation is required no later than 5 days prior to the start time of your event.

In the case of a cancellation occurring after this time, 50% of total hire charge (plus total booking $330 deposit) will be payable.

On the day cancellations are non-refundable.

Stringspace business details:

ABN: 174 75 3425 05

ABR : BN98051430.

Work cover:

Stringspace has the legally required VIC Work Cover for its Melbourne musicians.

Limitation on Liability

The liability of Stringspace for any damages arising out of any booking, and/or any performance, is limited to the total amount of any fee which would otherwise be payable for such a booking or performance.

Stringspace is covered for Public Liability by Marsh Australia for up to $10,000,000.