Business Details
32 Years
experience
Live Music Entertainment in Ottawa
Classical Sounds has been delivering exceptional live music experiences since 1994, serving Ottawa and beyond. Our agency connects clients with some of the finest musicians in the region, including members of prestigious orchestras like the National Arts Centre Orchestra. We specialize in curating musical performances for weddings, corporate events, funerals, and special occasions, offering ensembles ranging from soloists to symphony orchestras. Our team's combined decades of experience ensure every event receives tailored musical accompaniment that exceeds expectations. We pride ourselves on our extensive repertoire spanning classical, popular, and jazz genres, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.Our commitment to client satisfaction is demonstrated through our seamless booking process, flexible customization options, and attention to detail. With performances for dignitaries including royalty and heads of state, we bring international-caliber artistry to every event. Our founder's dual expertise as a violinist and registered piano technician underscores our dedication to musical excellence. We operate with complete transparency, requiring no deposit and offering complimentary preview packages to ensure informed decisions. Our musicians' adaptability to various settingsfrom intimate ceremonies to grand galascements our reputation as Ottawa's leader in live music entertainment.
Services
String Quartets
Wedding Music
Corporate Events
Funeral Services
Solo Performers
Trio Ensembles
Duo Performances
Special Occasions
Music Customization
Event Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer ensembles featuring musicians from Canada's top orchestras
- Our agency has performed for royalty and heads of state
- We provide full customization of ceremony music selections
- No deposit required for booking
- We offer complimentary preview packages with musical samples
What people say
Exquisite wedding music
Professional and reliable
Amazing quartet performance
Easy booking process
Versatile repertoire selection
Services
String Quartets
Our Festival String Quartet delivers exquisite performances for special occasions. Featuring musicians from Canada's premier orchestras, these ensembles provide elegant background music or featured performances. Ideal for weddings, corporate events, and formal gatherings, quartets offer versatile repertoire spanning classical masterpieces to contemporary favorites.
Wedding Music
Customizable musical accompaniment for wedding ceremonies. Couples select from 31 curated pieces performed by professional musicians. Services include processional, recessional, and interlude music with options for traditional and modern selections. Full coordination with officiants and event timelines ensures perfect execution.
Corporate Events
Sophisticated live music for corporate functions including galas, conferences, and holiday parties. Our performers create refined ambiance while maintaining conversational volume levels. Available in various ensemble sizes with repertoire spanning classical to contemporary hits for diverse audience appeal.
Funeral Services
Dignified musical accompaniment for funeral and memorial services. Our curated selections provide comfort and solemnity through classical compositions and traditional pieces. Musicians adapt to service requirements with appropriate volume and repertoire sensitivity for these special occasions.
Solo Performers
Professional solo musicians available for intimate settings. Options include violin, cello, harp, and piano performers. Ideal for smaller venues or specific musical requirements where a full ensemble may not be suitable while maintaining the same high performance standards.
People
Douglas Brierley
Founder & Violinist
Bachelor of Music graduate from University of Toronto with extensive orchestral experience. Founded Festival String Quartet and Classical Sounds in 1994. Registered Piano Technician with performance experience for royalty and heads of state.
Questions
What types of events do you perform at?
We provide live music for weddings, corporate events, funerals, and special occasions of all sizes.
Can we customize our music selection?
Yes! Choose from 31 ceremony pieces or request specific songs not listed in our repertoire.
Do you require a deposit?
No deposit needed - full payment is made via post-dated cheque before the event.
What ensemble sizes are available?
We offer soloists, duos, trios, quartets, and full symphony orchestras based on your needs.
Do you perform modern music?
While specializing in classical, we can play Broadway hits, Beatles songs, and other contemporary pieces.
Is sound equipment included?
Basic sound system available for $150 or use existing DJ equipment at no extra charge.
