The Amherst String Ensemble

• Amanda Burr, Amy Bateman - violin
• Hannah Vanderswag, Kaila Graef - viola
• Nicole Fizznoglia, Marie Beauparlant - cello
• VIOLIN/ GUITAR DUO: -
• Amy Bateman - violin
• Charlie Apicella - guitar

Our musicians frequently perform at Carnegie Hall and on PBS stations throughout the US. They perform all over the country with such internationally renowned artists as Tim Janis, Kanye West, Marco Antonio Solis, and the Three Mo Tenors.

Members of our group have earned music degrees from New England Conservatory, Eastman School of Music, University of Massachusetts, Berklee College of Music, Boston University, and Boston Conservatory. Orchestras performed with include the Hartford Symphony, Springfield Symphony, Orlando Philharmonic, and Pensacola Symphony. Our leader Amy is also a jazz musician and leads CIDADE, one of the most in-demand jazz and tango bands in New England.

The Amherst String Ensemble provides the perfect musical touch for any occasion! Our musicians are among the highest quality professionals in New England, and are willing to work with you to accommodate all of your musical needs. We offer many ensemble formats ranging from a solo string instrument, to duo, trio, or string quartet; winds may also be added.

Our repertoire is vast and is comprised of classical, popular, religious, jazz, international, and folk styles. We do take song requests and will happily find music or arrange a few tunes for you. Some past requests include Beatles, Elvis, Italian favorites, and Celtic music.

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

• They were AMAZING!!!! Enough said... :) -- Shawn D, Westminster, MA, 9/19/2009
• The Amherst String Ensemble (we had a violinist and guitarist) was extremely professional. They accommodated all of our requests for music and were easy to get in touch with. We are very thankful. -- Jenn W, Saratoga Springs, NY, 7/11/2009
• The Amherst String Ensemble was an excellent find for us. It was a last-minute hire, and they were exceptional. Their music made our daughter's wedding very special as they worked with us on a couple of special requests. Many of the guests commented on how lovely the music was, and I couldn't agree more! -- Polly S, Waterford, CT, 8/30/2008
• They were excellent and Amy Bateman was a very professional representative for the group. The music helped to make our wedding ceremony special. -- Lisa A, Brookfield, MA, 8/16/2008
• The Amhherst String Ensemble really helped to make our ceremony extra special. We are extremely glad we were able to book them on short notice. I would say that the performance was flawless and we would highly recommend them. -- John H, Cooperstown, NY, 6/28/2008

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