Testimonials

A selection of recommendations and thanks from satisfied clients


We are just back from honeymoon and one of the first things on the 'To Do List' was to contact you and thank you so much for the absolutely wonderful music you played two weeks ago! Amazing, touching, magical !!!  We have had so many lovely comments from our guests, they were all so disappointed when the music finished !! ... an extra special thank you for 'Time to Say Goodbye'.  It was perfect.  We had two Italian guests at the wedding and both in tears at it !!  From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much... I hope many more brides are lucky enough to have the opportunity to have you play at their wedding.

Kari & Paul Gough, Marine Hotel, North Berwick
11th September 2010

I just wanted to drop you a quick email to say thank you to the trio who played at Rich and my wedding.  They sounded beautiful during the ceremony... and the sound of the trio playing when I walked into the wedding will stay with me forever.

Lisa Wilmott, Balbirnie House
3rd April 2009

We just wanted to send you a quick note before we fly away on our honeymoon.  What a fantastic day we had!!  The day was perfect and was completed by yourselves.  Every single guest commented on your beautiful music.  Our only regret is not getting to hear more of you due to being dragged away for photos.  Thank you so much for agreeing to be part of our special day.

Rob Finch, Norton House Hotel, Edinburgh
5th June 2009

I am writing to thank you for performances at my daughter's recent wedding.  I love live music and your excellent ensemble added something special to both the ceremony and the reception.  A number of guests commented to me about how good you all were.  I am so glad we booked you for the event.

Alan Guild (father of the bride), Crieff Hydro
5th November 2011

Myself and Pauline would like to thank you very much for your services on the day. The comments from the guests said it was some of the most beautiful music they had heard and really made the ceremony a fantastic part of the day. I am so happy we went with your service and would highly recommend to anyone if looking for a professional friendly service.

Justin & Pauline Tito, Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh
4th November 2011

We just wanted to thank you so much for playing at our wedding.  The music was beautiful and really made our ceremony extra special.  We also have to thank you for bearing with us in light of the fact I was so late.  A journey that should have taken 15 minutes took us 35... but we got there in the end!   Thank you so much for your professionalism - the trio was first class!

Rachel & Aaron Rickman, City Chambers, Edinburgh
24th September 2011

Just wanted to say thank you to the quartet for an amazing performance.  Everyone said how fabulous they were.  Many of the guests commented on which part was their favourite ranging from 'Everlong' to 'Nessun Dorma'.

Penny & Mark Langford, Harburn House, West Calder
28th August 2011

Thank you all for the beautiful music played at our wedding.  Everything was perfect and we were so happy to be able to have the ceremony and drinks reception outside overlooking the Forth.  Thank you also for the excellent service we received prior to the day.

Lorna & Paul Hutchison, Orocco Pier, South Queensferry
27th August 2011

Danny and I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say thank you so much for doing such an amazing job at our wedding, we have received so many compliments about you and it was so soothing to walk down the aisle to 'Loch Lomond'!  We had an absolutely perfect day and thanks so much for the part you played, I only wish I had been able to spend more time at the drinks reception to have a chance to say hello and listen to you more!

Danny & Gillian George, Ross Priory
19th August 2011

I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank the trio that played for our wedding.  They were fantastic and the guests loved them.  We had a brilliant day and the music during the ceremony and champagne reception really helped to make it special.  Thank you again.

Elise & Sam Ogden, Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
9th July 2011

Now that I have finally got a moment I would like to thank you and the quartet members for helping to make Susan and Scott’s wedding such a memorable and fantastic day.  Marion and I have had so many lovely thank you letters saying how much everyone enjoyed the lovely music and particularly Nina's singing.  Everyone was very professional and beautifully turned out on the day and I would be delighted to use Allestri on any future occasion.

Ronnie Gormley (father of the bride), St Marys Church, Greenock and Levan Farm
4th June 2011

It was fantastic having Alestri entertain our guests and accompany our ceremony. The professionalism of the musicians was clear and the quality of the music was absolutely joyful. We have had so many comments from those who were at the reception on just how nice it was to sit and listen to you quartet before dinner.  It created such a relaxing atmosphere and really set the scene for the afternoon.

Michael & Rachel Osborne, Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries
21st May 2011

We wanted to thank you again for playing for us on our wedding day.  You played so beautifully during the ceremony - it was even better than we had imagined it would  be.  The Bach and the Elgar in particular were sublime.  And many of our guests commented that they enjoyed your playing during the cocktails.  The 'Guns N' Roses' seems to have been the biggest hit!   You added a touch of class to the day - so thank you very much.

Robert & Jennifer Hunter, Harburn House, West Calder
14th May 2011

We were impressed with the service we got from Allestri from the minute we booked.  Morag kept in regular contact with us to make sure we were happy with song choices and ensure everything went smoothly on the day.  On the day, our guests were commenting about how nice it was to hear the string quartet rather than the organist in the church.  It made the day much more special to hear songs we loved and meant something to us.  We would recommend Allestri to anyone getting married, it really does make the day extra special.

Andrew & Tracy Fay, St Andrew's Church, Port Glasgow
27th November 2010

We just wanted to thank Caroline and Julian for providing the music at Catriona and Cameron's wedding ceremony. So many of our guests commented on the lovely music at the beginning of the ceremony although as mother of the bride I missed that unfortunately!   The bride and groom were very happy with their choice of processional and recessional and the clarsach medley while signing the register was beautiful.

Lorna Hunter (mother of the bride), Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh
16th October 2010

Thank you for the amazing entertainment on our wedding day, we loved every minute of it and so did all our guests.  Thank you again.

Tanzina & Aswad Afzal, Renaissance Hotel, Heathrow, London
10th October 2010

We just arrived home in New York, and I wanted to thank you again for you and your fellow musicians' wonderful performance on Thursday night. You truly helped to make it an unforgettable evening for Daphne and me.

Kevin Crowe on successfully proposing to Daphne, Manderston House, Duns
26th August 2010

I just wanted to write to express our thanks for a great day on the 24th.  All of our friends at the wedding commented on the strings - it was a beautiful addition to a wonderful day for us and from my own point of view, it was even better than we had hoped for!

Nigel & Carly O'Connor, Murrayshall House Hotel, Scone, Perthshire
24th July 2010

I just wanted to send you an email to thank you all so much for everything you did for us on Saturday.  We both absolutely loved all your music, it provided the perfect atmosphere for the day and I was struggling to hold back the tears when I heard your lovely version of 'My Father's Favourite'.  Several of our guests also commented on how beautifully you played.  Thank you all so much for contributing to making our wedding day the most magical day of our lives!!

Frida Petersson, Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh
19th June 2010

I just wanted to say thank you to Zoe and the girls for playing so beautifully at our wedding. It really made the day very special for us.  We had a lot of comments on how great the music was.  We loved their version of 'The Ecstasy of Gold' as well, so thank you for all the hard work on this.

Natasha & Steve McMahon, Somerset House, Strand,London
29th May 2010

Thank you so much for your beautiful music, it was an amazing contribution to the day.

Sara-Jane Pitbladdo, Wedderburn Castle, Duns
1st May 2010

Just a wee note to thank you very much for playing at our wedding.  We thought your music was excellent and really enhanced both the service and reception.  We especially enjoyed your rendition of 'Sweet Child 'O Mine' which you played for the recessional.

Glynn & Elise Quesnell, Borthwick Castle, Midlothian
17th April 2010

Just a wee note to say a BIG thank you for the fabulous music in both the chapel and at Mansfield for my and Barney's wedding.  I'm just gutted that I wasn't one of the guests so could enjoy it fully - especially the cello piece whilst we signed the register (I tried to sneak a listen but was told I had to get on and sign!!).   I've seen a clip of me walking down the aisle and the music you can hear is just stunning and absolutely perfect.  Thank you all for such brilliant playing.

Sarah & Barnaby Brown, Fettes Chapel, Edinburgh
10th April 2010

I would like to thank you and the string quartet for the performance last night ... at my brother's wedding.  Everything was perfectly timed and flawlessly played.  Many of the guests commented on just how wonderful the music was, and it was a key part of the entire event.  The bride and groom were absolutely thrilled.  The musicians had lovely personalities and this was reflected in their fantastic performance. I couldn't have asked for a better arrangement [Iris - Goo Goo Dolls].  I'd also like to add that the organisation side of things was made extremely easy and problem-free, and I would not hesitate to recommend the quartet to anybody looking to add something special to their event.

Zara Barlas(sister of the groom), Christ Church,Spitalfields, London
27th March 2010

Just sending this card to say a big thank you for playing at our wedding. You all played beautifully and we were completely overwhelmed - it gave the perfect atmosphere to our day.  We also really appreciated the time and effort you took in helping us choose our music. We can't decide which was our favourite although 'Braveheart - The Secret Wedding' was very special.  You helped make our day perfect.   Thank you again for everything.

Laura & Richard Whitten, Ardanaiseig Hotel, Kilchrennan
6th February 2010

I just wanted to send a massive thank you to all in the Quartet who performed at our wedding.  The Quartet sounded amazing and everyone commented on how lovely it was to have live music during the drinks reception.  The arrangement of 'God Only Knows' was just perfect and as soon as I heard it as I was coming up the aisle, I burst into tears!  I could not thank you all enough for adding magic to our wedding day!   With much love and many, many thanks.

Roz & James Boynton, Balbirnie House Hotel, Glenrothes
23rd January 2010

Now that we are back from honeymoon, I just wanted to drop you a line and say thank you so much for the music you provided for our wedding on the 15th January, it was absolutely perfect.  The pieces you played during the ceremony were wonderful and really added a special touch .... we got so many comments from our guests saying how brilliant you were and how perfect the music was for our venue and setting.

Becky Edmonds, Hotel du Vin, Glasgow
15th January 2010

Just a quick message Caroline, to ask you to pass along a huge thank you to all the musicians.  They played wonderfully and they enhanced everyone's enjoyment of the day.  Wishing you all the very best for a happy Christmas and a wonderful 2010.

           Juliette Casey (singer and friend of Lorna McKie), Signet Library, Edinburgh         
19th December 2009

Thank you all so very much for the delightful and beautiful music you played for our wedding.  The beautiful setting of our friends' wonderful home was perfect for our ceremony and your fabulous quartet.  You had everything timed to perfection during the ceremony .... from where we stood it sounded just so beautiful.  And the background music for drinks was absolutely fabulous, and still our guests are talking about you, weeks after, just perfect, what more could we have asked for ?

Trevor & Pauline Baker ,Williamson McDougall's Country House,
24th October 2009

I just thought I'd let you know that you have contributed to the happiest day of my life, the music was more than fantastic, I couldn't have imagined that it would have been so good.  Everybody loved it and the tunes were amazing [ 5 arrangements requested], you set the mood perfectly.

  Gillian MacKenzie, Ardkinglass House, Cairndow
10th October 2009

So sorry about the delay in sending our heartfelt thanx for playing at our wedding on 22nd August.  Your music was beautiful and certainly made our wedding special.  You have received loads of compliments from our guests and we would definitely recommend you to our friends.

Elizabeth & David Mackie, Bothwell Parish Church & Hamilton Racecourse
22nd August 2009

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!  The music at our wedding was exactly as I had imagined - Mark was thrilled with Coldplay [Fix You] - it made my day listening to the fabulous music.  So glad you made it !! 

Lisa & Mark Martin, Norwood Hall Hotel, Aberdeen
8th August 2009

Just a wee note to say a massive thank you for everything on Thursday.  Please pass on our thank you to all the trio.   The music you played was absolutely beautiful and definitely set the mood of the day.  We have had so many compliments about you, and about the 'Hoppipolla' arrangement.  You all helped make our day extra special.

Dale & Helen Robertson, Fernie Castle, Cupar
6th August 2009

We would like to thank you for the beautiful music you played at our daughter's wedding.  Everyone commented on how marvellous it was, and it really helped to make a magical day for us all.

Edna & Bill MacNee, Glencorse House, Edinburgh
10th July 2009

I would just like to thank you for your lovely [trio] music for the ceremony and afterwards.  So many of the guests commented on just how beautiful it sounded.  Louise was particularly pleased with [the arrangement of ] 'Gabriel's Oboe' as it is a favourite piece of hers.  Thank you once again.   We would certainly recommend your services to anyone !!

Elaine Greenhill, Balbirnie House Hotel, Glenrothes
4th July 2009

Just wanted to say a big thank you to the girls who played at my wedding, they were amazing and all the guests have been asking for their details, I will definitely recommend you.  Thank you once again for making my wedding day very special!

Krishna Vaitha, The VIP Lounge, Edgeware, London
23rd May 2009

Just wanted to say a huge thank you for the service you provided for our wedding.  You have had many compliments from our guests and were fantastic not just to listen to but to deal with as well.   Thanks again.

Campbell & Laura Bolson-Wilson, Mar Hall, Bishopton
2nd May 2009

Just wanted to say a huge thank you for your performance at our wedding.  The arrangement of 'Sunshine On Leith' was absolutely fantastic.  Everyone commented on how wonderful you were. You made our day even more special and we will be sure to recommend you to friends and family for upcoming events.

Mr & Mrs Euan Craighead,  Mansion House,  Edinburgh Zoo
7th March 2009

Just wanted to email to thank you for all your hard work at our wedding.  You were all absolutely fantastic and made the whole day extra special.  So many people commented on how lovely it was to have the quartet and how professional you all were.  David and I had such a beautiful and happy day.. so thank you for helping make it so special.

Nina Lish,  Altamount House, Blairgowrie
3rd May 2008

Debbie and I would like to thank you and Allestri for playing at our wedding.  Everyone said you were fantastic and added so much to our wedding.  Please thank the others on our behalf.  Thank you again.

John & Debbie McPherson, Seamill Hydro, West Kilbride
5th April 2008

Just wanted to say a really big thank you for making our big day so complete.  The music was wonderful and made the whole ceremony and drinks after feel like a dream !  Thank you for playing my favourite piece 'Claire de Lune' and I think it worked really well time-wise with the signing of the register.   The day was brilliant and everything worked perfectly.

Hayley Churcher,  Ardanaiseig Hotel, Kilchrennan
8th March 2008

Dharen and I wanted to thank you for the wonderful music at our wedding on the 15th of December.  Everyone has commented on how much they enjoyed the music and how it really enhanced the special atmosphere.  We would particularly like to thank you for the fantastic music arrangements of our chosen songs ['Everlong' and 'Lucky Man'] - they were just perfect.

Gwen Mackey,  Pollokshields Burgh Hall
15th December 2007

Thank you so much for playing at our wedding, the trio created the atmosphere that we always dreamed of.  So many guests were impressed even our family from France felt right at home when hearing some of the Christmas arrangements.  It was definitely money well spent!!  Well done and a huge thank you.

Gemma & Simon Hegarty
1st December 2007

Thank you so much for all of your hard work on the 25th.  We have had nothing but positive comments from our guests.  Joanna and I had an amazing day and could not have asked for more.

Jamie & Joanna, Wedderburn Castle, Duns
25th August 2007

I had to write and thank you for your participation on the Colonsay cruise this year.  Everyone commented on how much they enjoyed your ensemble.  We were delighted that you returned for a second event.   Thank you again for your contributions, which helped make it a very successful night.

John Lowrie Morrison (Jolomo) 
Art Exhibition for John Lowrie Morrison aboard the M.V Isle of Mull www.thejolomostudio.com

Everyone we spoke to in the castle said how lovely it was to go round the keep listening to your beautiful music.  We would be so pleased if you felt like returning next year and playing again.

The Hon. Lady Maclean of Duart, Duart Castle, Isle of Mull