Perfect Music for a Perfect Day

Darrara

Wedding in Darrara church, near Clonakilty. Pretty church, Scarlet duo played with Gemma Sugrue and Paraic on keyboards for Tanya and Patrick. The four of us sounded great together and we played a selection of lovely music Processional-Gabriels Oboe Lighting of the Candles -Air on a G string Psalm I watch the sunrise Allelluia-Mo Grasa…Continue Reading

Elm Tree Restaurant Casino event

Casino night charity event at the Elm Tree Restauraunt, Glounthaune, with the Scarlet Trio. I made a funky arrangement of the Bond theme and Por Una Cabeza which we played as guests arrived out on the deck until the rain chased us in. Very cold out there, so were glad for the rain! there were…Continue Reading

Shanagarry church

We played for Una and Mike at the church of the Imacculate conception. It was lovely to play as the full string quartet, as often people are hiring trios and duos. Processional- Canon, Pachebel Lighting of both candles- Lascia Chio Pianga, Handel Lighting of both candles- Innis Oirr Offertory Hymn- Air bach Sign of peace-…Continue Reading

Nire church Ballymacarbry

We played for Sinead and Paul. The Nire church is tucked into the side of the hill in the Nire valley. Although the sun is shining outside, inside is cold until the heaters are fired up and doors closed. Sitting near the back opposite the door so it’s a bit windy as guests enter! Rehearsed…Continue Reading

Faithlegg House Hotel

Jen’s wedding ceremony in Faithlegg church 29th May quotes from the priest ” the slightests change of point of view can make a huge difference” “putting other people first will make you happy” We played the following for the ceremony Entrance – Canon by Pachelbel Candles – Dawning of the Day Unity Candle – Inis…Continue Reading

St Brendan’s Church, Adfert

We played for Kathrina and John in this lovely church. Entrance Hymn & Lighting of the Candles – Canon, Pachelbel – Instrumental Responsorial Psalm – Eagles Wings – Sung Gospel Acclamation – Alleluia – Sung (Irish version) Lighting of the Marriage Candles – Bride and Bridegroom – sung Offertory Procession-Gabriel’s Oboe – Instrumental Peace –…Continue Reading

St Olivers Church Ballyvolane

The Scarlet String Quartet enjoyed playing for Christine  and Conor’s wedding in St Olivers, Cork great wedding fashion There were some stylish ladies in attendance! Always enjoyable to watch the changing fashion styles through the year/s. And always high fashion from the Scarlet Strings! high fashion And here is the inside of the church’s colour scheme…Continue Reading

Templebreedy Ruins

The Scarlet Quartet played in the picturesque ruin of Templebreedy Ruins Crosshaven for Maxine and Andrew’s wedding. Kate Callanan of C T events had prepared the space beautifully, right down to fine handkerchiefs embroidered with Maxine and Andrew for the tears of love and joy. Andrew composed the music for the Processional and Bride’s entrance, and after…Continue Reading

Ballintosis

Saturday the 11th saw the Scarlet String Duo East Cork way in the sweet church of Ballintotis for Denise and John. We played with the lovely singerLouise Harrison Processional: Canon, Pachelbel Lighting of both candles: Lascia Chio Pianga Psalm: Eagles wings (sung) Lighting of the Unity Candle: Gabriel’s Oboe, Morricone Offertory: Ave Maria (sung) Sign…Continue Reading