Chicago String Quartet & Ensembles for Weddings and Events

Refined live string music for weddings, ceremonies, cocktail hours, and elegant events throughout Chicago and the North Shore.

Parkwest Strings provides live string quartet, trio, and duo performances for celebrations across Chicago, including Lincoln Park, the Gold Coast, the West Loop, River North, and surrounding North Shore communities.

From wedding ceremonies to private gatherings and corporate events, each performance is shaped with care, creating an atmosphere of quiet elegance from the first note.

Parkwest Strings Chicago String Quartet
“Your music was enchanting and was the perfect accompaniment to the beauty of the day” - Mary - Bridgeport Art Center

Listen to Your Story Come to Life

Performance Highlights

Recent Events & Performances

Chicago History Museum
An early afternoon string performance outside the Chicago History Museum, surrounded by historic architecture, warm daylight, and the timeless character of Old Town.

Obama Presidential Center - June 2026
In June 2026, Parkwest Strings is honored to provide a live string ensemble for the Obama Presidential Center — an exciting evening of music within one of Chicago’s most anticipated cultural spaces.

Ariel Gutnicki Music - June 2026
Upcoming collaborations with Ariel Gutnicki Music, where string players will join the band and singers, adding depth and color to an evenings shaped by live performance and a shared musical vision.

Lincoln Park Zoo Summer Wine Fest - July, 2026
An evening of live strings at Lincoln Park Zoo sets the tone for this summer tradition. As guests explore curated wines and gather under the open sky, Parkwest Strings will provide a dynamic soundtrack designed for warm nights and vibrant energy. Ticket details coming soon

ACC Chicago Counselor’s Cup Golf Outing - August, 2026
This August, Parkwest Strings will provide live music for the reception at ACC Chicago’s Counselor’s Cup at Cantigny Golf. Sponsored by Ogletree Deakins.

We’ll see you under the summer sky.

A World-Class Collaborations

Parkwest Stngs Chicago String Quartet "Dream On" arrangement for The Rock Orchestra

"Dream On" – A Featured Arrangement by Parkwest Strings - We are thrilled to announce that our unique arrangement of Aerosmith’s classic "Dream On" is now featured by The Rock Orchestra and is part of their national tour. 

Ready to Bring Your Music Vision to Life?