Vintage String Music

Vintage String Music is a dynamic music entertainment company based in Boston, Massachusetts, serving the greater New England area, New York, and New Jersey. Founded by Vanessa Buttolph and Diane Hastings, both classically-trained freelance musicians and educators, the company is known for its signature medleys blending hip-hop, pop, and R&B with classical string arrangements. The team consists of some of Boston's best professional musicians offering a versatile range of instrumental skills. Vanessa and Diane work directly with each couple throughout the booking and song selection process, bringing their attention to detail and years of experience to enhance each wedding's unique story through music. Their expansive repertoire spans five centuries of music, and they are willing to learn new songs to accommodate specific requests. Wedding ensembles are available as solo, duo, trio, or quartet configurations with options to add guitar and drums. Vintage String Music provides entertainment for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions, including music during breaks. The company has received multiple WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards from 2020 through 2023 and The Knot Best of Weddings honors from 2023 through 2026, including induction into the Best of Weddings Hall of Fame.