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A Successful COVID Wedding Postponement in Townsend, TN

7/12/2020

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Photo: Finding Eden Photography
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Florals by Rose Moss Designs
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Heather and Chad were originally scheduled to be married on May 9 in Banner Elk, NC.  They booked us back in early 2019 as a violin and cello duet for their ceremony!  Little did we know how much would change between then and their wedding day.  When we all realized what COVID was going to do to the wedding industry in March of 2020, we began talking about a postponement for Heather and Chad.  They decided to move their wedding to July.  We were thrilled to still have the date available on our calendar, and we moved their wedding to the new date at no charge.

​​As the date moved closer and closer, restrictions were not being lifted in North Carolina, so the couple made the difficult decision to move to a Townsend, TN wedding venue, at Dancing Bear Lodge.
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Photo: Finding Eden Photography
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Wedding planning is such a stressful process.  It’s ranked up there with all of the sad stressors: a death in the family, divorce, losing a job… but it’s such a happy time!  It has been sad to see couples go through such intense stress over decisions related to COVID.  Heather and Chad seemed to handle the process with a lot of grace and patience. 

As the wedding day approached, we were thrilled to see that the wedding was going to go forward with no more postponements!  The mothers were seated to The Prayer.  The bridal party processed to God Only Knows, by the Beach Boys.  The bride chose Wild Horses by the Rolling Stones for her walk down the aisle.  It was a new song for our violin cello duet, and we loved it for the bride’s entrance!  After Chad and Heather were pronounced husband and wife, their recessional song was When I’m 64 by The Beatles.
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Photo: Finding Eden Photography
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The cocktail hour was full of a wide variety of music, from Grow Old with You from the movie The Wedding Singer, to Cowboy Take Me Away by the Dixie Chicks.


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​The weather was perfect, and the guests enjoyed lots of space to enjoy the scenery and mountain views at the wedding venue in Townsend, TN while listening to violin cello music in the background.  This was our first time playing at this wedding venue in Townsend, TN, and it’s a great place with a lot of options and space.

COVID weddings are definitely different, and COVID is bringing a lot of circumstances none of us have ever experienced.  But this kind of beautiful love is what brings us back for more weddings!  
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Student, to Team Member, to Bride

6/6/2020

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In 2011, Madilyn began violin lessons in my studio. It has been amazing to see the talented violinist she has become.  
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In 2013, my sister Megan moved away from North Carolina, and I needed someone to fill her shoes. Madilyn stepped up to the plate and became the other half of Deans Duets' for weddings! At that time, we were only performing one wedding per day - and only offering violin duets in North Carolina.  Each weekend was filled with weddings at North Carolina mountain venues, or other local venues in Hickory and Charlotte. Madilyn learned quickly, and we rehearsed a lot.  She has been a loyal team member and has gone above and beyond to learn the ropes of becoming a great wedding musician! 


In the fall of 2015, Madilyn went to college in Pensacola, Florida. After so many weddings with me, she was prepared to lead weddings on her own.  She began performing violin solos and string quartets for weddings in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. She was able to perform for weddings on Saturdays while in college.  
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In 2020, Madilyn had Deans Duets' string quartet in North Carolina perform at her wedding! Our string quartet in Hickory absolutely loved being a part of it.  She had her wedding ceremony in her home church where her grandfather had been the pastor. This church held such an inspiring sentimental ceremony and it was decorated beautifully!
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Photo Credits: Click Away Photography
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"Be Thou My Vision" was played by our string quartet in North Carolina while the mothers were being seated and it set a peaceful presence in the building as the ceremony was preparing to begin.

For Madilyn's anticipated bridal entrance, the musicians played a tremolo chord to build suspense to "La Vie En Rose". The string quartet in Hickory did a fantastic job perfecting every detail she wanted for her big day!
For "This Will Be an Everlasting Love" I switched from violin to piano to give it a more energetic rhythm when Caleb and Madilyn began the recessional! 

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Photo Credits: Click Away Photography
Madilyn said, "I chose Deans Duets to play for my wedding day because I knew they would play exactly what I wanted exactly how I wanted it. Being a professional violinist myself, and having worked with the company for years, I knew there was no other group I could trust more. Not only do they communicate with you on a personal level, they also make sure each selection is done with smoothness and precision. I was so glad I hired Deans Duets for my wedding! It made the day that much more special and brought so much beauty and class to the ceremony!"
It has been amazing to see the wonderful woman Madilyn has become! It was an honor to play for her wedding! 
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Which Instruments Should I Hire for my Wedding Ceremony Music?

4/5/2020

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It’s one of our most frequently asked questions........

“Which ensemble is best?” ​
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​There’s not a one-size-fits-all answer to this one!  Yes - the string quartet is the classic wedding ensemble.  Two violins, a viola, and a cello.  It's the quintessential wedding ensemble.  And yes - if you want classic traditional elegance - the string quartet is the way to go.  But - there are many other wonderful options!  Since we’re on the subject of the string quartet, let’s start there…..
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                      The String Quartet

Four instruments is a lot of volume - usually enough volume for 200+ guests at an outdoor ceremony (if it’s not windy). 

It’s a beautiful aesthetic.  Four string instruments set up in that classic configuration that we recognize from so many wedding movies.  It’s pretty!

Another advantage to the string quartet is that lots of music is arranged for string quartet.  So, if you’re wanting some new modern music, you have the best chance of finding it for a string quartet.
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*Our string quartet performing at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville.
The string quartet is versatile.  Guests swoon when they hear Canon in D on string quartet for the bridal entrance.  And they cheer when the ensemble surprises the crowd with an exciting rendition of “Sweet Child O’ Mine” for the recessional.  It can be classical and modern… all at the same wedding!

The one drawback: budget.  Four musicians can put some clients over budget.  If so, check out these other options…..

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                          The String Trio 

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*A photo of our string trio at Pinehurst Resort, in Pinehurst, NC
The string trio is basically a string quartet without the viola…. two violins and a cello.  Still decent volume and still beautiful.  And a little more budget-friendly than a quartet.

There are slightly fewer modern songs arranged for trio, so if you’re into modern day music, ask about the song list for the trio before booking! Still lots of modern options here though.

We find that the trio pulls off the same elegance as the quartet without the price tag, so if you want to cut corners a little but still convince your guests that you splurged for strings - the string trio is a great option!

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But what if 3 or 4 instruments is out of my budget but I still want top 40 music?
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      If you want to stick to two musicians but still play some killer covers of pop songs, I recommend pairing a violin with an accompanying instrument!  The violin is a melody instrument which plays the vocals.  If you pair it with a guitar, a piano, or a harp, then you still have all the melody and the accompaniment.  That's all you need to pull off pop music successfully (well... as long as you have two really skilled players who have a lot of experience playing modern music on strings!  Pop music is generally not easy to pull off on strings, so make sure you hear video samples first and hire professionals). ​
Here’s an example of a violin and guitar duet playing "Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles:
This is a video from a wedding we played at The Farm at Brusharbor.  It’s plenty of sound!  The violin pulls off the melody. The guitar fills in everything else. ​

What if you want a little more depth of sound?  You can add a violin or cello to make it a trio!  Here’s an example of that:

     
     "But I Just Want a Solo Violin!"

We get this one a lot.  And yes - we play a lot of solo violin weddings!  But…. make sure when you’re browsing YouTube videos for ideas for your solo violinist that you’re actually hearing only a violin.  A lot of solo violin recordings have other instruments in the background.  It’s important to us that you understand exactly how that solo violin is going to sound!  Here’s an example:

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So you see… solo violin can be a pure gorgeous sound!  But if you want it to play a cover of a rock song, it might not quite sound like the original!

Other good solo options are:
Cello solo
Bach Cello Suites, The Swan by Saint-Saens… these are so romantic at a wedding!

Harp solo
Arguably the most romantic instrument that exists!  The harp is a WOW factor. 

Guitar solo
Guitar is so versatile.  It offers many songs that sound really great - classical or popular.

Piano or keyboard solo
If your venue has a piano, take advantage of it!  It’s kind of sad to see a piano sitting there and not being played.  If your venue doesn’t have a piano, a keyboard rental is a great option!



 ​                                       What about another duet?

The other duet we play a lot is the violin cello duet.  It’s beautiful.  It’s very classical but can pull off some pop music.  Double check the song list first to make sure it offers enough of the style that you like.  


*Our violin cello duet at Larkin's on the River in Greenville, SC
Other things to consider....
 WEATHER: Is it going to be very cold or very hot? 
If so, keyboard and guitar are your best options!  They’re not nearly as susceptible to weather as the other instruments.

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AMPLIFICATION:  “Will it be loud enough?” 
​We can amplify any ensemble!  If you’re concerned about the volume, there are tons of amplification options.
“I want my music to be something that my guests will remember forever.  What do you recommend?”
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What about a small orchestra, as seen here….?
*This is a video from a wedding we played at Grandover Resort in Greensboro, NC.​


Maybe bagpipes for your recessional… or to lead your guests from the cocktail hour into the reception!  Here’s a clip:
*This is a video from a bagpipe wedding at Eseeola Lodge in Linville, NC.
We hear again and again from past clients -

“My guests are still talking about that song you played for me to walk down the aisle.” 

Clients are repeatedly surprised at how many complements they get from their guests about their ceremony music.  It’s something that they remember for a long time.  Music is played during the most emotional moments of a wedding, and when music is used to create such a powerful memory, it sticks around for a long time - for guests, family, your wedding party - and you too! 

Whatever you decide about your wedding ensemble, we’re here to answer your questions and to personalize it so that it fits YOU, your budget, and your vision! 

More questions we can answer?  Leave them in the comments below!  Or email us!

Reach out to us anytime with questions.  Even if you’re not in North or South Carolina, we’re still happy to help point you in the right direction!  And we travel often to other states.
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Contact us at DeansDuets@yahoo.com

Deans’ Duets provides live music for wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception events throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and beyond. 
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Undiscovered Charlotte Area Wedding Venues

3/21/2020

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Getting married in Charlotte provides lots of perks: plenty of venue options, great places for your guests to stay, a variety of experienced vendors... the list goes on.  We find that many of our clients want to be near Charlotte but not necessarily in uptown.  These four wedding venues were brand new to us this year and are great options if you want to be near Charlotte but not IN Charlotte.

The venues are within an easy drive of Charlotte City Center but not actually in Charlotte.  They offer quick access to the amazing vendors in Charlotte without being in the city.  I expect that all of these venues will continue to grow and become more popular in the coming year! 


Congrats to these amazing couples, and thanks to the vendors and venues who made such spectular days possible!  We always feel blessed to set the tone for the rest of the day by kicking off the wedding ceremony with great music!

1: North Corner Haven

Don't you love this ceremony site! This venue is extremely gorgeous and secluded. There is a large space for receptions, which could feel rustic or modern, depending on your theme. It's a versatile space. 
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North Corner Haven is located in Lancaster, South Carolina, not far from Charlotte! The space feels untouched and like it can be transformed easily into the couple's vision for their day. 

We provided a string quartet for the wedding ceremony music. We worked with Split Second Sound on this wedding too, and they provided sound for us to amplify the string quartet during the ceremony. 
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The staff at North Corner Haven is great, and they have golf carts to take guests from parking to wedding site, so that no one has to walk far. The lawn area is sprawling There is also a very nice large porch area that is perfect for cocktail hours. 
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Hall & Webb were the wedding coordinators for this special day, and it went perfectly! Proper Flower is responsible for the breathtaking florals as well! Olive Paper made the table papers as well as some signage as well, and Best Impressions Caterers always does such an amazing job. 

2: Cedar Creek Ranch 

Cedar Creek Ranch is new and growing! Linda, the owner, is so nice and takes great pride in providing such a beautiful venue for her clients. ​
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We noticed all the detail that was added in the design of this venue. It all feels new and fresh. There is a fire pit for evening s'mores, a  gorgeous lawn for the ceremony, lots of patio options for cocktail hour, as well as areas for the bride and groom to get ready on-site. Twinkle lights abound, and this space offers a lot of options for brides and grooms to design the flow of the event. ​
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We played violin guitar duets here, and the duet was a nice choice for the space. We played outside for the ceremony and were able to stay in the same place for cocktail hour, which allowed the music to start right away instead of waiting 5-10 minutes to move to the new location. ​
Our music for this wedding seemed to capture the traditional but modern vibe of the wedding venue. We played All You Need is Love for the mothers to be seated, Flightless Bird for the bridal party, and Canon in D for the bride. Then the couple recessed to You Are The Best Thing after the kiss! ​
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3: The Farm at Brusharbor 

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This venue is undiscovered beauty. Beautifully covered pavilion for the ceremony, as well as, a heated barn area for receptions, which transforms easily depending on your style. 

Both are large areas and have a capacity for a small event or a large wedding of 200+ people. ​

At this particular wedding, we played violin guitar duets for the wedding ceremony! 

We worked directly with the owners of the venue, and they were so friendly and accommodating! Even though the venue is in Concord, it's very close to Charlotte center city- as well as the Charlotte Motor Speedway and Concord Mills Mall. ​​
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4: Sweet Magnolia Estate

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The main structure is a modern barn with ample space for a large reception. The large barn doors open to a grassy area which is shaded during prime wedding times, making it a perfect space for the ceremony. There is a backdrop of arbor. Even though you're right in Cornelius, it feels secluded and quiet. ​
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This is a venue that seems unassuming when you drive up. All of the beauty is hidden! We played here in November, and it is a treat that this wedding venue is located in the Huntersville and Cornelius areas, so close to Lake Norman and uptown Charlotte. 
The leaves were a beautiful backdrop for the day! ​
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There was plenty of parking in a nice lot, as well as updated furnishing and lots of space. Even with a large group, nothing about this day felt crowded, and guests were able to move about easily. ​
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We played violin cello duets for the ceremony music at this particular wedding. It was a bit cold outside, so there was plenty of space for us to do our warm-up inside and then move outside right before the prelude music began. 

We played ceremony music only, and then Split Second Sound took over for the cocktail hour and the reception. 
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Weather and Live Music on your Wedding Day

2/16/2020

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author: guest blogger Eryn Jones Fuson

    Outdoor weddings are the best, aren’t they? There is just something about having
the openness and fresh air and nature all around to set the tone for this incredibly
special day in your life, whether it is up on a mountain, down by a quiet river in your
backyard, or in a spectacular garden venue.
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    I was one of those brides myself, and my husband and I found the perfect little park by that quiet river with trees for a shaded ceremony and an expanse of grass for our guests’ kids to play in at the reception. We had one of my harp students play the prelude, creating an atmosphere of peace and delight, then a dear musician friend from Nashville sang and played guitar for the processionals, ceremony music, and recessional. It was perfect. And we were lucky because the weather was also perfect.
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    But what happens when you have this dream wedding planned and then the week
before the wedding you see that there will be bad weather? Sure, your planner has
made sure that you have a backup venue or at least a covered alternative of some
sort, but is it really worth considering moving to plan B? I am here to say that, if you
have hired live musicians to be a part of your big day, the answer is a resounding,
“YES!”
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    I draw not only from my own experience, having been a professional wedding
musician for 14 years now, but also from the experience of fellow wedding
musicians with whom I network and who I interviewed for the sake of this article. So
many of our couples and even planners we work with don’t realize the effect
weather has on instruments, not only for potential damage, but at the very least
causing the instruments to fall out of tune. And believe me, you do NOT want to be
walking down the aisle to out of tune music! Wedding musicians have in our contracts
our policies regarding weather, and we all notice that they can tend to be
overlooked by our clients.
    
     I understand that this is easy to do since ours is 
not the only contract you are having to look through and sign; all the agreements with all your vendors can definitely get overwhelming, and keeping up with everyone’s provisions is a task unto itself. Be sure to ask your planner to keep track of these things if she is not already and remind you to consider them closer to the big day.

     
After gathering info from my fellow musicians, the general consensus on safe
playing temperature is nothing above 90° and nothing below 55° (though there is a 
slight variance depending on the individual or group), and absolutely no inclement weather. Rain, drizzle, or even heavy fog have the potential to seriously damage wooden instruments. We make these policies not only to protect our instruments, but to provide our clients with the best quality music that we can play. Drastic changes in humidity and extreme temperatures, if nothing else, cause wooden instruments to fall out of tune, which believe me, nobody wants in the middle of their wedding!
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    A fellow professional harpist friend of mine Michelle Cobley brought 
up a good point regarding colder weather; not only can it cause damage to our instruments, but it also causes our fingers to stiffen and not have the dexterity they need to play smoothly and at peak performance. Hot weather with or without humidity can cause equally as damaging conditions to the wood and tuning, even having the potential to melt the glue that holds the wood together. This can even be the case in comfortable temperatures 70-85 degrees if we are in the direct sunlight, as the sunlight puts an even more concentrated heat source into the mix.
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    Before you go asking your DJ to just take over everything, though, there are several options some wedding musicians offer when the weather isn't looking instrument-friendly. Udeshi Hargett is a violinist serving the greater Triangle area of North Carolina; she points out that if extreme cold is the culprit we can set up a tent with walls and a heater. This would work best in a sunny spot and in the absence of strong wind. Or another option is to have the musician just on the inside of the heated venue and amplify out to the ceremony. If extreme heat is the case sometimes it is possible to create a cooler space within a tent is a shaded spot or inside the air conditioned venue as well.
    
   With inclement weather, a tent, gazebo, or other shelter around the site is also a possibility as long as the wind is not going to be so strong as to blow the rain underneath. Some musicians including myself also offer alternative instruments in case of undesirable weather. For example, harps, violins, and cellos are more affected by extreme temperatures than guitars, and electric pianos, and carbon fiber instruments are not affected at all! 
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​   Recently I had a couple who had hired me to play the harp for their ceremony, but when the weekend came and the temperature was going to be in the low 50s and windy they made the choice to still hold the wedding outside rather than in their indoor alternative, and I was still able to play all of the songs we had chosen on my electric piano since it didn’t mind the cold, then I played the harp inside for the reception. Deans' Duets is a collaborative event musician group serving North Carolina, and when they have gigs that move forward despite cold or mist, their guitarists or carbon fiber instruments can sometimes still perform if some of the other instruments can’t.​

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      Another very important aspect to think about in regards to moving forward with an outdoor wedding when weather is looking iffy is the comfort and even safety of your guests. A friend had a lovely mountaintop ceremony a few years ago I had the pleasure of being a part of, and am so grateful that I thought to bring a tent with me because several of the elderly guests were taking prescription medications that necessitated they stay out of the sun, and my tent was the only shade around, so I let them pile in with me! They would have had no other safe option to stay for the ceremony otherwise. I have played at one wedding where a bridesmaid fainted due to heat, and another where the bride herself fainted due to the heat.


      Those of us who have envisioned our ideal wedding day all our lives may find it hard to consider our plan B when and if that decision needs to be made, and that difficulty is absolutely valid. But you can still have a stunning and perfect wedding in the comfort and safety of a secondary site if the weather decides to misbehave. Keep in mind that when you hire professional wedding vendors, you procure the help of those who have majored in Plan A, B, C, and beyond when it comes to experience, and they will do everything within their power to make this special day one you and your guests will remember forever.


 Eryn Jones Fuson is a professional event musician, recording artist, singer/songwriter, and music teacher out of Pinehurst, NC. www.erynjones.com
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Our Favorite Asheville Area Wedding Venues

2/2/2020

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Asheville is one of the most popular wedding destinations in the South, and for good reason!  Asheville boasts beautiful mountain views, changing leaves in the fall, interesting history, trendy culture… the list goes on and on!  There are so many venues in Asheville.  How do you choose?  Mountains? Wineries? Gardens? Barns? Farms? Which one is for you?

We’ve highlighted the five venues where we perform ceremony music most often in the Asheville area.  This barely scratches the surface, but hopefully it helps get you pointed in the right direction.

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#1 The Biltmore Estate
​We can't talk about Asheville weddings without the Biltmore Estate.  The two go hand in hand.  The Biltmore Estate is quite possibly the wedding venue that made Asheville famous for weddings in the first place!  Most clients think a Biltmore wedding is absolutely out of budget, but they actually offer lots of different venues on the estate… not necessarily always the big bucks for the front lawn!  Here are some places we’ve played wedding music on the estate…..

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The front lawn of the Biltmore Estate             The Inn on Biltmore Estate
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The Champagne Cellar at the Biltmore House                Deerpark Restaurant 
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So, if you would love for your guests to drive onto the property of the Biltmore for your wedding, it’s a great option with lots of different price points. 



#2 The Omni Grove Park Inn
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This gorgeous venue also has many location options: ballrooms, terraces, outdoor, indoor… whatever you want!  They recently built a really beautiful outdoor/indoor venue with such a beautiful mountain view which has become the popular new place to hold a wedding, and with good reason! 

Just like the Biltmore, the Omni GPI is a destination in and of itself, and guests are thrilled by the opulence of the venue, the mountain views, the beautiful stone work, the history of the hotel.  It’s iconic to the mountains of North Carolina.  It’s also a perfect place to revisit for anniversaries and to remember your wedding day!
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​#3 Chestnut Ridge
Chestnut Ridge is just outside of Asheville in Canton, NC.  It’s lovely!  Lots of scenic open fields and mountain views.  The main structure is a luxurious white barn which is designed with weddings in mind!  This venue is all about weddings, and they even have their own planning team on-site.  Clients have several options for indoor or outdoor ceremonies here.  It’s far enough outside of Asheville that it feels like you’re really in the mountains - but near enough that there are great hotel and transportation options for you and your guests. ​
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Lillian Knight Photography
Check out some of these past weddings.  This venue allows the clients to be creative and design just what they want.  And the space is such a great backdrop that any custom design comes alive on wedding day!
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Lillian Knight Photography


#4 The Grand Bohemian Hotel
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Love this venue!  It’s romantic, regal, and luxurious!  We love the Bosendorfer piano which is available for guests to enjoy during cocktail hour.  There is an outdoor covered terrace for partially outdoor weddings, but it’s a great space, because, even in cold winter months, it can sometimes be heated enough to still hold ceremonies outside.
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​The indoor space is decorated opulently, with crystal chandeliers.  It feels very fancy.  We have seen small intimate weddings here, which are almost like elopements, and also some larger weddings.  The hotel is almost across the street from the Biltmore Estate, so it’s a good location for your guests to feel like they’re right in the middle of the energy of Asheville as well.
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#5 The North Carolina Arboretum
If you love gardens and flowers, this is the place for you! ​
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Photo Credit: Taylor Heery
​The Arboretum offers a perfect garden area for ceremonies in which guests feel like they’re in the most amazing garden party.  Most clients hold their cocktail hour around a fountain and then have an outdoor dinner in the gardens - or indoors!
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Photo Credit: Taylor Heery


Asheville boasts mountain venues and garden venues.  It’s full of history, romance, and luxury.  Tourists flock to Asheville for good reason, and it’s quickly becoming one of the most popular wedding destinations in the country, for good reason.  Asheville is very popular for destination weddings, so vendors here are accustomed to doing a large amount of the planning with clients via phone if needed. 

Just five venues barely scratches the surface of the incredible options that are available to couples wanting to get married in the North Carolina mountains, but this is a good start! 

If we can help point you in the right direction of finding the best fit for you, let us know!  Asheville wedding venues have very unique personalities, so most people fall in love with a specific one and know it’s for them! 

Just touring these gorgeous places is a treat, so you’re sure to enjoy the journey along the way!
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String Quartet - Old Edwards Inn Wedding Music

11/23/2019

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The Farm at Old Edwards Inn is a dream venue. We play here a lot and every single experience is breathtaking. 
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We sometimes just play ceremony music and other times add the cocktail hour. This time, our string quartet performed for the ceremony, and our violin and cello duet played live music for the cocktail hour music. 

For the ceremony music, we played all traditional classical music, and the bride walked down the aisle to Canon in D.  Then we switched to popular and modern music for the cocktail hour.

Beckon Events was fantastic at coordinating the day, as always.  This classic luxurious day

We will be back in Highlands soon with more beautiful wedding music!
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Violin and Harp Duet in Charleston South Carolina

8/24/2019

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Our final wedding of August was at LeGare Waring House in Charleston, South Carolina.  We had heard about the magnificence of this venue, but to be there is person was a fun experience! 
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Setting up for the wedding! 
​The bride's father made these doors!
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Violin and harp wedding music is such a romantic touch to a wedding day.  Thanks to Kim (harpist) for inviting us to play this wedding with her.

Thank you to the bride and groom for allowing us to be a part of your perfect day!

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What Sets Us Apart

7/16/2019

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Choosing the music for your wedding day can make or break an event. Having an ensemble that doesn’t fit your vision of the day, the mood of the event and venue, or literally hits the wrong note can affect the mood of the whole wedding day.  
  
This is what sets us apart from other musicians: 

Professionalism. We take our events seriously. We are professional musicians, not hobbyists trying to make an extra buck here and there. Our musicians wear all black to keep the focus on the event and the wonderful music, keep their materials organized and out of the way, and go above and beyond to ensure that the event runs smoothly by working with all other teams involved at the event. 
Customization. We realize that each event we play is unique, so we provide endless options to make our part in your big day exactly what you want it to be. Our clients are able to choose many different ensemble possibilities and can choose each song played (we’ll even learn new songs). We are also experienced at performing at many different types of venues, so we can adapt to pretty much any situation.  
High expectations. From ending processionals at just the right time and double checking every detail so you have a cohesive sound throughout our teams, we have high expectations for ourselves which  we hope exceed the high expectations of our clients. 
 
Being part of your special day is an honor for us - one that we take very seriously. We would love to talk to you about what we can provide for your event. Contact  Dean’s Duets to get started. 
 
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Violin, Cello, Harp Trio Wedding Music in the Outer Banks of North Carolina

5/24/2019

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When we received a request to travel to the Outer Banks for a wedding, we couldn't pass up the opportunity!
We packed up the family and turned the trip into a vacation.
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Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo is absolutely stunning!

Hannah and Jorge had the most lovely ceremony under this huge tree overlooking the ocean. 

The violin cello harp trio was the perfect ensemble for this occasion. We loved that Hannah requested we learn "I See the Light" from Tangled. Here's a video clip.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gw-Jkt0vPUU
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After maneuvering through the gardens and wheeling the harp up and down stairs, we made it!
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Loved working with Rev Jay Bowman

And Engaging Events OBX !
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The reception was held at Pavilion Pirates Cove!
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Thank you, Hannah & Jorge, for including us in this beautiful day in Manteo.
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