Ashanti Strings

Described by Asiana Wedding Magazine as one of their favourite wedding entertainers, Ashanti Strings are fast becoming the performers of choice for brides and grooms & private party clients seeking a uniquely different entertainment for their guests : a stunning, fast-paced fusion of music and dance using electric violin and cello in a modern and exciting way.

Performing as either a choreographed string duo or with professional Bollywood dancers, Ashanti Strings' attention-grabbing act sets the perfect tone for your special event.

Performance Options:

Included in performance options 1 & 2 below, we can accompany your big entrance to add elegance and drama to this important moment, at no extra cost. We can also play during the first dance and cake cutting instead of some the background set. We have a wide variety of Bollywood music (from traditional to contemporary) as well as classical and pop music in our vast repertoire. We can also add more music sets for a small extra fee.

*1. Electric String Duo Performance*

An exciting and unique spectacle with the "Wow" factor! Up to one hour of background music followed by a 20 minute high energy choreographed Bollywood show. Both sets are performed on sparkly futuristic-looking electric violin and cello, and we often have a costume change in between to raise the impact of the show.

We have special instrument radio packs which allow us to walk in amongst the guests and around the tables during our show. Our instruments are amplified so we can set the volume to your preferences and create both drama and elegance at your special event.

Alternatively, we could perform two 40 minute interactive background music sets (instead of a choreographed show) with some walking around the guests during this for a unique, elegant musical experience.

*2. Electric String Duo plus Bollywood Dancer Performance *

We highly recommend this option, as the dancer adds a dazzling visual element to the show. Up to one hour of background music followed by a 20 minute high energy choreographed Bollywood music and dance show. An exciting and unique spectacle with the "Wow" factor! Both sets are performed on sparkly futuristic-looking electric violin and cello, and we often have a costume change in between to raise the impact of the show.

Our dancer can also do a short fun Bollywood dance Workshop as part of the show to get the audience up and on their feet! This always goes down brilliantly, and particularly well before a DJ dance set.

(As part of option 2, we now provide a dazzling new show specially for large luxury events with 2 or 3 dancers to add even more of the "WOW-Factor"! Please let me know if you would like a quote for more dancers)

*3. Traditional Bollywood Acoustic String Quartet Background Music*

Our elegant all-female string quartet can perform for up to three hours of Bollywood, classical and/or pop background music on traditional acoustic violins, viola and cello. The group is made up of some of the country's leading strings musicians. Having studied at the UK's most prestigious music conservatoires, many of the girls have won awards. The girls dress in beautiful sparkly dresses for every performance and provide background music with a unique Bollywood twist creating a sophisticated and cool ambience. The perfect accompaniment to a drinks reception, civil ceremony, or dinner.

(Please note that the girls take short breaks within the sets approximately every 45 mins.)

We have a variety of different designer dresses in different styles and colours to suit every occasion. I have attached some photos. (All electric string performances (from options 1 and 2) are within a 3 hour time frame and we would ideally need access to sound check and set up an hour before the performance. Longer performances are available at a small extra cost).