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Rain clouds rolled in, but so did so much love✨

Madeleine & Wilber embraced every moment of their elegant garden-party inspired wedding day with joy, laughter, and hearts wide open. From the quiet in-between moments to the dance floor celebrations, this day was proof that a little rain only makes the memories feel even more magical!

Coordination • @velada.events
Venue • @woodlawnandpopeleighey
Catering • @designcuisine
Photography • @sarahshankphoto
Florals • @tulip.decoration.us
DJ • @mydeejay
Hair & Makeup • @larastudiosmua
Strings • @districtstrings
Photo Booth • @pimhphotobooth
Cake • @dmvcakesbynisee_
Content • @ligo.media

We get a lot of questions about our weather policy here at District Strings! Summer in DC is no joke, and if we play in conditions that are too hot and humid, this is what can happen to our instruments 👆🏻🫠

If your event is outdoors this summer, make sure you have an alternate location for your musicians, and consider moving indoors if the heat index approaches 90. Trust us, your guests will also appreciate it.

*no cellos were permanently harmed in the making of this post! Thanks to our sorceress at @annapolisviolins for putting Erin’s cello back together so beautifully!*

POV: clients chose a fantastic set list for their baby shower celebration! It’s a beautiful day for a party at Decatur House! #stringquartet #dcevents #dcweddingmusicians

A string trio with the perfect evening in Annapolis ⛵️😎 @carrolscreekcafe #stringtrio #annapolisevents #livemusic

We had a blast at @usbotanicgarden yesterday! Check out their line up of amazing local artists for their extended hours throughout the summer!
#Repost @usbotanicgarden with @use.repost
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Our first summer evening at the Garden is underway until 8 pm! Come on over! Live music by @districtstrings , fun treats for sale from @heresthescoopdc , and plants and other botanical gifts for sale by @rewilddc . Thanks to our partner, @friends_usbg ! Free entry, no tickets required.

Coming up next week, District Strings will be playing at @usbotanicgarden during their special extended hours. Catch us between 5-8pm on Thursday, June 19th! #Repost @usbotanicgarden with @use.repost
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Come enjoy flowers, live music, and refreshments at four special summer evening events! On the third Thursdays of each month – June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18, 2025, the Garden will stay open until 8 p.m. for visitors to enjoy the golden hour amidst the USBG plant collection from around the world. Four musical groups will perform live music in the Conservatory Garden Court beginning at 5 pm each date:

June 19: District Strings @districtstrings . A trio of classically trained musicians will play covers of pop music such as ABBA, Queen, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and more.

July 17: Pine Apple @thebandpineapple . This local band will play covers and originals with powerful pop and bluesy melodies over Bossa nova and funk grooves.

Aug. 21: Tornado Rose @tornadorosemusic . An upbeat Americana and bluegrass band featuring gorgeous vocals and high-flying strings.

Sept. 18: TrapCellist @trapcellist . Area native Chanel Kelly will blend classical technique with modern genres including R&B, soul, and hip-hop on acoustic cello.

In partnership with the @friends_usbg , local restauranteur @vintageviewsbar will have lemonade, botanical non-alcoholic mocktails, and snacks available for purchase during all four extended evenings.

Additionally, local frozen treat vendor @heresthescoopdc Here’s The Scoop will have gourmet ice cream and non-dairy sorbet available for purchase.

The gift shop will stay open during the extended evenings, offering unique USBG-themed items, live plants, and other botanical items for purchase. The USBG gift shop is run by local business @rewilddc in collaboration with the Friends of the USBG.

Entrance to the USBG is free and tickets are not required. Learn more and plan your visit at www.USBG.gov.

Coming up next week, District Strings will be playing at @usbotanicgarden during their special extended hours. Catch us between 5-8pm on Thursday, June 19th! #Repost @usbotanicgarden with @use.repost
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Come enjoy flowers, live music, and refreshments at four special summer evening events! On the third Thursdays of each month – June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18, 2025, the Garden will stay open until 8 p.m. for visitors to enjoy the golden hour amidst the USBG plant collection from around the world. Four musical groups will perform live music in the Conservatory Garden Court beginning at 5 pm each date:

June 19: District Strings @districtstrings . A trio of classically trained musicians will play covers of pop music such as ABBA, Queen, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and more.

July 17: Pine Apple @thebandpineapple . This local band will play covers and originals with powerful pop and bluesy melodies over Bossa nova and funk grooves.

Aug. 21: Tornado Rose @tornadorosemusic . An upbeat Americana and bluegrass band featuring gorgeous vocals and high-flying strings.

Sept. 18: TrapCellist @trapcellist . Area native Chanel Kelly will blend classical technique with modern genres including R&B, soul, and hip-hop on acoustic cello.

In partnership with the @friends_usbg , local restauranteur @vintageviewsbar will have lemonade, botanical non-alcoholic mocktails, and snacks available for purchase during all four extended evenings.

Additionally, local frozen treat vendor @heresthescoopdc Here’s The Scoop will have gourmet ice cream and non-dairy sorbet available for purchase.

The gift shop will stay open during the extended evenings, offering unique USBG-themed items, live plants, and other botanical items for purchase. The USBG gift shop is run by local business @rewilddc in collaboration with the Friends of the USBG.

Entrance to the USBG is free and tickets are not required. Learn more and plan your visit at www.USBG.gov.

Coming up next week, District Strings will be playing at @usbotanicgarden during their special extended hours. Catch us between 5-8pm on Thursday, June 19th! #Repost @usbotanicgarden with @use.repost
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Come enjoy flowers, live music, and refreshments at four special summer evening events! On the third Thursdays of each month – June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18, 2025, the Garden will stay open until 8 p.m. for visitors to enjoy the golden hour amidst the USBG plant collection from around the world. Four musical groups will perform live music in the Conservatory Garden Court beginning at 5 pm each date:

June 19: District Strings @districtstrings . A trio of classically trained musicians will play covers of pop music such as ABBA, Queen, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and more.

July 17: Pine Apple @thebandpineapple . This local band will play covers and originals with powerful pop and bluesy melodies over Bossa nova and funk grooves.

Aug. 21: Tornado Rose @tornadorosemusic . An upbeat Americana and bluegrass band featuring gorgeous vocals and high-flying strings.

Sept. 18: TrapCellist @trapcellist . Area native Chanel Kelly will blend classical technique with modern genres including R&B, soul, and hip-hop on acoustic cello.

In partnership with the @friends_usbg , local restauranteur @vintageviewsbar will have lemonade, botanical non-alcoholic mocktails, and snacks available for purchase during all four extended evenings.

Additionally, local frozen treat vendor @heresthescoopdc Here’s The Scoop will have gourmet ice cream and non-dairy sorbet available for purchase.

The gift shop will stay open during the extended evenings, offering unique USBG-themed items, live plants, and other botanical items for purchase. The USBG gift shop is run by local business @rewilddc in collaboration with the Friends of the USBG.

Entrance to the USBG is free and tickets are not required. Learn more and plan your visit at www.USBG.gov.

Coming up next week, District Strings will be playing at @usbotanicgarden during their special extended hours. Catch us between 5-8pm on Thursday, June 19th! #Repost @usbotanicgarden with @use.repost
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Come enjoy flowers, live music, and refreshments at four special summer evening events! On the third Thursdays of each month – June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18, 2025, the Garden will stay open until 8 p.m. for visitors to enjoy the golden hour amidst the USBG plant collection from around the world. Four musical groups will perform live music in the Conservatory Garden Court beginning at 5 pm each date:

June 19: District Strings @districtstrings . A trio of classically trained musicians will play covers of pop music such as ABBA, Queen, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and more.

July 17: Pine Apple @thebandpineapple . This local band will play covers and originals with powerful pop and bluesy melodies over Bossa nova and funk grooves.

Aug. 21: Tornado Rose @tornadorosemusic . An upbeat Americana and bluegrass band featuring gorgeous vocals and high-flying strings.

Sept. 18: TrapCellist @trapcellist . Area native Chanel Kelly will blend classical technique with modern genres including R&B, soul, and hip-hop on acoustic cello.

In partnership with the @friends_usbg , local restauranteur @vintageviewsbar will have lemonade, botanical non-alcoholic mocktails, and snacks available for purchase during all four extended evenings.

Additionally, local frozen treat vendor @heresthescoopdc Here’s The Scoop will have gourmet ice cream and non-dairy sorbet available for purchase.

The gift shop will stay open during the extended evenings, offering unique USBG-themed items, live plants, and other botanical items for purchase. The USBG gift shop is run by local business @rewilddc in collaboration with the Friends of the USBG.

Entrance to the USBG is free and tickets are not required. Learn more and plan your visit at www.USBG.gov.

Coming up next week, District Strings will be playing at @usbotanicgarden during their special extended hours. Catch us between 5-8pm on Thursday, June 19th! #Repost @usbotanicgarden with @use.repost
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Come enjoy flowers, live music, and refreshments at four special summer evening events! On the third Thursdays of each month – June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18, 2025, the Garden will stay open until 8 p.m. for visitors to enjoy the golden hour amidst the USBG plant collection from around the world. Four musical groups will perform live music in the Conservatory Garden Court beginning at 5 pm each date:

June 19: District Strings @districtstrings . A trio of classically trained musicians will play covers of pop music such as ABBA, Queen, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and more.

July 17: Pine Apple @thebandpineapple . This local band will play covers and originals with powerful pop and bluesy melodies over Bossa nova and funk grooves.

Aug. 21: Tornado Rose @tornadorosemusic . An upbeat Americana and bluegrass band featuring gorgeous vocals and high-flying strings.

Sept. 18: TrapCellist @trapcellist . Area native Chanel Kelly will blend classical technique with modern genres including R&B, soul, and hip-hop on acoustic cello.

In partnership with the @friends_usbg , local restauranteur @vintageviewsbar will have lemonade, botanical non-alcoholic mocktails, and snacks available for purchase during all four extended evenings.

Additionally, local frozen treat vendor @heresthescoopdc Here’s The Scoop will have gourmet ice cream and non-dairy sorbet available for purchase.

The gift shop will stay open during the extended evenings, offering unique USBG-themed items, live plants, and other botanical items for purchase. The USBG gift shop is run by local business @rewilddc in collaboration with the Friends of the USBG.

Entrance to the USBG is free and tickets are not required. Learn more and plan your visit at www.USBG.gov.

It’s already been a busy wedding season for District Strings! Here’s a little #throwbackthurday to D+N’s wedding at the DC War Memorial last month, where we had the perfect weather for the perfect intimate ceremony with the couple’s family and friends, and some killer solo cello tunes 🎻🎶 Congratulations, D+N!
#dcwedding #dcwarmemorial #ceremonymusic #cello #outdoorwedding

🎶Come see District Strings live! 🎻 We will be performing at the @ssfs_springers SBP Memorial Concert this Saturday, April 19th. District Strings collaborators Yuna Kim, Zoe Kushubar, Rachel Riese, and Erin Murphy Snedecor are playing an amazing program of featuring Dvorak’s ‘American’ Quartet and works by Jessie Montgomery and Ledah Finck.

Some pre-concert group selfies backstage @merriweatherpp 📸🎶🔥Thanks for @kygomusic for having us tonight! #violin #viola #kygo #kygomusic

Some pre-concert group selfies backstage @merriweatherpp 📸🎶🔥Thanks for @kygomusic for having us tonight! #violin #viola #kygo #kygomusic

Excited to represent @districtstrings at @kygomusic ‘ s show tonight! I love my life as a musician and the excitement that comes along with it. All the decades of practicing scales are finally paying off 😉
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#violinentertainment #hiphopviolinist #electricviolin #kygomusic

Proud to represent @districtstrings at an event by@screenfortype1 ! Such an important cause and a beautiful event 🎶

#dclivemusic #jazzviolin #stringduo #stringduowedding #stringplayers #washingtondcviolinist #dcviolinist

Proud to represent @districtstrings at an event by@screenfortype1 ! Such an important cause and a beautiful event 🎶

#dclivemusic #jazzviolin #stringduo #stringduowedding #stringplayers #washingtondcviolinist #dcviolinist

Such a fun gig at the @smithsoniannmnh! Book our stellar String Quartet + Elephant for your next event 🎻🎻🎻🎻 🐘
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#dcweddings #mdweddings #songoftheday #dcevents #mdevents #vaevents #dceventplanner #mdeventplanner #vaeventplanner #stringquartet #stringtrio #stringduo #violin #viola #cello #weddingmusic #ceremonymusic #cocktail #hour #prelude #elephant #Smithsonian #Natural #History #Museum #corporate #events