Flute and Violin Duo at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado

Flute and Violin Wedding Music at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

This Ohio bride didn’t let a late spring snowstorm dampen her spirits for her intimate mountain wedding ceremony! We got a little over a foot of snow, but most of it had melted by the afternoon. However, it was still quite chilly when we had all originally been expecting an outdoor ceremony in warm spring sunshine. Because of this, the wedding was moved indoors to Dannen Chapel, and it brought everyone together in a way that the outdoor wedding wouldn’t have.

The bride wanted to hear happy, simple and relaxing music, and we played a selection of classical and contemporary music that she picked out. She did a great job, because her music selections filled the prelude time exactly.

Wedding Ceremony Music:
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Bach) - Wedding Party
Canon in D (Pachelbel) - Bride
Hornpipe Finale (Handel) - Recessional

Prelude Music Sample Selections:
Air from Handel’s Water Music, Clair De Lune (Debussy), As Time Goes By from Cassablanca, All of Me (John Legend), Flower Song (Delibes)

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: YMCA of the Rockies
Ceremony Music: Flute and Violin Duo - Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens - Flute and Violin Duo
Officiant: Greg Bunton

Experience the beauty and joy of our flute and violin duo.

Solo Flute Wedding Ceremony Music at Sapphire Point in Dillon, Colorado

Solo Flute Wedding Ceremony Music at Sapphire Point in Dillon, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

What a joy it was to solo on my flute for this beautiful family’s wedding ceremony! This couple was delightful to work with, and they were both fun and loving. The children of this blended family were delightful, confident, and silly!

April weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, and the forecast was calling for temperatures in the lower 40’s and 20mph wind guests! This is what we were all expecting, but it turned out to be a calm and sunny day, with the temperature warming up to a balmy 55 degrees. It couldn’t have been more beautiful outside, and guests took advantage of of the warm sunshine to linger both before and after the ceremony, feeding the friendly chipmunks and taking photos.

From the Bride:

“Christen was amazing. Very professional and brought an elegant vibe to our micro wedding. She was easy to work with, fun, and laid back. She was able to help plan our music so it fit our styles perfectly. If you are unsure who to utilize for your wedding Christen is an easy choice. Affordable, efficient, and she knows how to elevate any event.”

Solo Flute Wedding Ceremony Music at Sapphire Point in Dillon, Colorado

I played a mix of classical and contemporary music as guests mingled, and I also learned a few new songs that the couple and their kids knew and loved. The bride and groom’s children were the bridesmaids and groomsman, and they stood up with their parents during the ceremony. During the ceremony, the bride gave each of them a special gift, each with different family photo to represent their family’s joining. It was a a really sweet take on a traditional unity ceremony.

Solo Flute Wedding Ceremony Music at Sapphire Point in Dillon, Colorado

Wedding Processional Music:
Wish You Were Here (Pink Floyd) - Groom seats parents
Blank Space (Taylor Swift) - Bridesmaids, Groomsman, Flower Girl
Bridal Chorus (Wagner) - Bride
Wedding March (Mendelssohn) - Recessional

Selections from the Prelude Music:
10,000 Hours (Dan+Shay), Speechless (Dan+Shay), Flower Duet (Delibes), River Flows in You (Yiruma), Minuet (Boccherini), Perfect (Ed Sheeran)

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Sapphire Point
Ceremony Music: Solo Flute by Christen Stephens
Photographer: Nina Action

Enjoy the joy and elegance of my solo flute music.

Solo Flute Wedding Ceremony Music at Sapphire Point in Dillon, Colorado

Solo Flute and Violin and Cello Wedding Music at the Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado

My first wedding of the spring season was a blustery winter-like day on the top of Aspen Mountain. The sun was shining brightly, making the fresh snowfall look brilliant. The bride and groom were from Texas and I’m sure many of the guests were as well. What an experience this mountaintop wedding must have been for them! I welcomed the guests as they disembarked from the gondola with a set of traditional classical music on solo flute.

It’s hard to predict the weather in early April in the mountains, and it could be either mild, extremely cold, or even blizzard. This day turned out to be cold and sunny with a very gusty wind. There was a collective gasp from all the guests every time an icy gust of wind blew over the mountaintop, and I had to pause for a few seconds between songs to warm my hands with hand warmers. I hope that my music and the cozy blankets provided for the guests helped them feel warmer!

Solo Flute and Violin and Cello Wedding Music at the Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

After the wedding, the guests quickly moved inside to enjoy cocktails, and they were greeted by my violinist, who was playing some beautiful solo numbers. I joined her as soon as I finished up outside, and switched to my cello for a violin and cello duo during cocktails. We played a mix of our favorite formal classical and contemporary music.

I had also made a special arrangement of “As Time Goes By” for violin and cello, to honor the groom’s parents.

Wedding Ceremony Music:
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Bach) - Wedding Party
Can’t Help Falling in Love (Elvis) - Bride
Wedding March (Mendelssohn) - Recessional

Samples from the Prelude on Solo Flute:
Trumpet Voluntary (Clarke), Air from the Overture in D (Bach), Selections from the Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach, Trumpet Tune (Purcell), Largo from Winter (Vivaldi), Prelude from Te Deum (Charpentier), Clair De Lune (Debussy)

Solo Flute and Violin and Cello Wedding Music at the Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Samples from the Cocktail Hour Music on Cello and Violin:
Autumn from the Four Seasons (Vivaldi), As Time Goes By (Herman Hupfeld), Speechless (Dan + Shay), The Book of Love (Peter Gabriel), Butterfly Waltz from Twilight, Air from Handel’s Water Music

Wedding Vendors:
Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music: Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens
Wedding Planner: Something Blue by Bluebird
Venue: The Little Nell
Photography: Joseph West
Officiant: Jill Pidcock
Flowers: Carolyn’s Flowers
Cake: Coppelia Cake

My Joyful Solo Flute Music on a Mountaintop is Reminiscent of “The Lord of the Rings”!

Flute and Cello Duo at the Chapel at Beaver Creek in Colorado

Flute and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Celebrate your wedding day with the joyful sounds of the flute, accompanied by the rich beauty of the cello.

I played flute along with my cellist at the charming Chapel at Beaver Creek for a Christmas day wedding ceremony this year. The couple was from Washington state, but they had their first date in Vail, so they wanted to have their wedding ceremony nearby in the beautiful Colorado mountains. The chapel was postcard perfect, and the Christmas decorations doubled as wedding decorations.

Our music added a special touch and celebratory feeling to the picturesque setting. The wedding had only four guests, and the celebration was sweet and intimate. While the bride prepared to walk down the aisle, we played a mix of classical, traditional wedding music, and Beatles songs. We had to leave quickly after the ceremony to make way for a Christmas day service, but the arriving guests greatly expanded our audience for just a few minutes!

Wedding Ceremony Music:
Canon in D (Pachelbel) - Bride
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Bach) - Unity Ceremony
Hornpipe Finale (Handel) - Recessional

Flute and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Flute and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Flute and Piano Wedding Ceremony Music at the Vail Interfaith Chapel in Vail, Colorado

Flute and Piano Wedding Ceremony Music at the Vail Interfaith Chapel in Vail, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, photo by Christen Stephens

Imagine a wedding on a charming mountainside chapel, surrounded by full autumn colors. Then add the joyful music of the flute, accompanied by the full grand piano, and you have the perfect setting for a wedding ceremony! The trip over the mountains on this early October day was filled with scenes of golden autumn foliage and snow-capped peaks. It felt like a journey through summer, autumn, and winter. It was sunny and in the 70’s when I left my home, but there was a blizzard as I drove over the continental divide and then again over Vail Pass. Despite the snowy weather and an accident that closed down the entire highway for 45 minutes, we were at the chapel on time and excited to be a part of this bride’s long-awaited wedding ceremony.

Flute and Piano Wedding Ceremony Music at the Vail Interfaith Chapel in Vail, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, photo by Christen Stephens

Most of my clients are from Texas, and this bride was no exception, traveling to Colorado to enjoy the beauty of the mountains in peak foliage season. She wanted upbeat and joyful music for her wedding ceremony and the mother of the bride wanted a classic feel. Our flute and piano duo was the perfect fit to play a mix of classic contemporary and classical music. We kept the mood light and joyful, and our music was a warm greeting for the guests on this cool and rainy autumn afternoon.

Listen to Flute and Piano Music Samples Recorded Live at the Wedding:

Wedding Ceremony Music:
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Bach) - Parents, Best Man, Maid of Honor
Bridal Chorus (Wagner) - Bride
Wedding March from a Midsummer Night’s Dream (Mendelssohn) - Recessional

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Vail Interfaith Chapel
Ceremony Music: Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens (Flute and Piano Duo)
Wedding Planner: Kelly Karly Weddings and Events
Photographer: Shane Macomber

Experience the Joy of our Flute and Piano Duo.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek and the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek

Our string trio played elegant and fun music for a wedding ceremony at the charming Beaver Creek Chapel, followed by cocktail hour music at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek. We played classic prelude music that the bride selected, and then played a mix of upbeat classical, pop, and rock songs for the cocktail hour.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

Wedding Prelude Music (Sample Selections):
All Creatures of Our God and King, Arioso (Bach), Serenade (Schubert), Nocturne from a Midsummer Night’s Dream (Mendelssohn), Come Thou Fount

Wedding Ceremony Music:
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Bach) - Parents and Groomsmen
Anne’s Theme from Anne of Green Gables - Bridesmaid’s, Ringbearers, Flower Girls
Canon in D (Pachelbel) - Bride
Be Thou My Vision - Communion
Doxology - accompany congregation
Wedding March (Mendelssohn) - Recessional

“Best Live Wedding Music of All Time”

“We were so incredibly fortunate to have Christen and her flutist and strings trio to play for our wedding recently at the Beaver Creek Chapel.

In the weeks leading up to our big day, Christen was incredibly supportive of my wife and I's decisions in terms of tailoring our dream playlist. They could not have set a better mood in the chapel that day, and there were tears of joy a'plenty.

Thank you so much to Christen Wedding Music and co. for their amazing work! Would definitely recommend to a friend, family, or stranger.” - Harry K., Groom

Listen to Music Samples Recorded Live from the Wedding:

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

Wedding Vendors:
Wedding Ceremony Venue: The Chapel at Beaver Creek
Wedding Reception Venue: Park Hyatt Beaver Creek
Wedding Planner: A Touch of Bliss
Photographer: Kimi D Photography
Videographer: Van Buren Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

Cocktail Hour Music (sample selections):
Romanza from Eine Kline Nachkmusik, Scheherazade Theme (Rimsky-Korsakov), Fughette in C (Handel), Moon River from Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Feel Pretty from Westside Story, Alleluja from Exultate Jubilate (Mozart), I’ve Got You Under my Skin (Cole Porter), Just One of Those Things (Cole Porter), Chasing Cars (Snow Patrol), At Last (Etta James)

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

Enjoy Music from Our Very Popular String Trio.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Chapel at Beaver Creek, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Kimi D Photography

Flute and Strings Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch in Colorado

Flute and String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch - Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

“Look no further if you wish to hire the very best!”

“Christen Stephens is a true professional, and a joy to work with! She recently played her beautiful music for our daughter’s August wedding in Beaver Creek, and no one in attendance that day will soon forget the beautiful music she and her team provided! If you need help selecting music, Christen will guide you to the perfect songs, and has a wide variety of music to choose from! Look no further if you wish to hire the very best! Christen and her team of talented musicians will not disappoint!” - Sharon B.

This couple had gorgeous weather for their outdoor wedding ceremony at the Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch. To make the planning easier for this very busy couple, I had the privilege of working with the bride’s mom on most of the details. She was an absolute pleasure to get to know and coordinate with. It was a little bit of a guessing game, but we settled on a contemporary music set list that we thought the couple would love, and they did!

Our flute and strings trio (flute, viola, cello) played both before and after the ceremony, and I accompanied our music with lively beats on our drum machine. With 200 guests in the outdoor setting, I boosted our sound with my professional amplification system, and everyone was able to hear us beautifully. The ceremony was stunning, and I loved the two adorable Golden Doodles who were part of the processional!

Prelude/Postlude Music:
All you Need is Love (Beatles), The Wedding Song - There is Love (Peter, Paul, and Mary), A Thousand Years (Christina Perri), Viva La Vida (Coldplay), Stand By Me (Ben E. King), Accidentally in Love (Counting Crows), Sky Full of Stars (Coldplay), Make You Feel My Love (Adele), Shallow (Lady Gaga), The Ludlows from Legends of the Fall

Ceremony Music:
Yellow (Coldplay) - Wedding Party
I Get to Love You (Ruelle) - Bride
Mary You (Bruno Mars) - Recessional

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch
Wedding Planner: We Tie the Knots
Ceremony Music: Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens - Flute and Strings Trio (flute, viola, cello)
Wedding Band: Mannequin the Band
Florals: Perfect Petal
Photography: Callie Hobbs Photography
Videography: Wisteria Wedding Films

Experience the Beauty of Flute Paired with Strings.

Flute and Cello Wedding Music at the Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado

Flute and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music at the Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado

Flute and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music at the Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado

This wedding ceremony took place on a perfect summer day in early August at the beautiful Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado. I played flute accompanied by my cellist for both the wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. The bride wanted music that was fun and romantic, and she loved the Beatles and Disney music.

We played a mix of romantic classical and modern music for the prelude as guests arrived. For the cocktail hour, we played lively modern songs, and got toes tapping with background beats on my drum machine.

Wedding Ceremony Music:
Can’t Help Falling in Love (Elvis) - Wedding Party
Latch (Sam Smith) - Bride
All You Need is Love (Beatles) - Recessional

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Della Terra Mountain Chateau
Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music: Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens - Flute and Cello Duo
Photographer: Jess Leigh
DJ: Dancin’ Shoes

Experience the romance of our Flute and Cello Duo

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado

After a week-long spring heatwave, storms moved through just in time to provide a beautiful cool afternoon for this couple’s wedding ceremony. The storms moved off just before it was time for the guests to be transported up the mountain on the gondola - perfect timing!

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

The bride wanted a classic feel with a modern flair for her wedding ceremony and music. She chose our flute and violin duo for that classic touch, and mostly modern song selections, which we played to welcome the guests as they arrived from the gondola. After the ceremony, we amped up the energy with some lively Coldplay selections accompanied by beats on my drum machine.

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

Wedding Ceremony Music:
A Thousand Years (Christina Perri): Grandparents, Parents, Groomsmen
Canon in D (Pachelbel): Bridesmaids
Bridal Chorus (Wagner): Bride
Wedding March (Mendelssohn): Recessional

Wedding Prelude Music (Sample Selections):
Here Comes the Sun (Beatles), What a Wonderful World (Louis Armstrong), Amazing Grace, All of Me (John Legend)

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

Listen to Music Samples Recorded Live from the Wedding:

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: The 10th
Wedding Planner: Snapdragon Celebrations
Ceremony Music: Flute and Violin Duo by Christen Stephens
Photographer: Jamee Photography

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

Experience the Vibrant Joy of our Flute and Violin Duo for Your Wedding Ceremony

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

Flute and Violin Duo Wedding Ceremony Music at the 10th in Vail, Colorado, Photo by Jamee Photography as featured in Couture Colorado

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

I just loved working with this bride on her wedding ceremony music! She was so easy to work with, and kind and intelligent. She dreamed of walking down the aisle to a song called “Celtic Dawn” by Roy Todd, and I made a special arrangement of the song for string trio. I sent her an audio file of the arrangement, and she used it to time her walk down the aisle prior to her wedding day. She ended up doing it perfectly, and was just approaching the groom when we played the big crescendo towards the end. I chose the remaining music, which was a combination of lively and romantic classical music.

From the Bride:

“Christen and her strings crew played for our wedding recently, and they played beautifully! There was a song I heard that I wanted played while I walked down the aisle that wasn’t on their list, and she made sure they learned it before the big day. They even arrived early to practice and get it recorded for me. Christen was quick to respond, genuinely excited to be a part of our day, and was willing to go above and beyond to ensure everything was just what we had envisioned. I’m so happy we choose them and would highly encourage you to consider them to play for your next special event. You won’t be disappointed!” - E.E.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

Wedding Ceremony Music:
A Thousand Years - Groom, Flower Girl, Ringbearer
Celtic Dawn (Roy Todd) - Bride
Air in F from Handel’s Water Music - Tree Planting Ceremony
Hornpipe Finale from Handel’s Water Music - Recessional

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Della Terra Mountain Chateau
Ceremony Music: Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens - String Trio
Officiant: Scott Awbrey
Photographer: Light Fusion Photo

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

Our String Trio is where Tradition and Romance Meet

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens, Photo by Light Fusion Photo

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

I played cello along with my violinist for this fun and sweet wedding ceremony amidst the July wildflowers on the Holy Cross Event Deck. We were crossing our fingers for no rain, and the weather stayed sunny and dry for this Mississippi bride. The haze from the California wildfires was thick in the mountains that day, and it gave the landscape a soft and dreamlike quality.

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

As we were setting up to play, we had a freak accident! As I was kneeling to set up, the wind carried the patio umbrella that was over us right out of the stand! The umbrella pole hit me right in the center of the forehead! I was very dazed and felt sick, so we asked for help and I was carted off to the medic. The folks at the wedding deck promptly replaced our umbrella with a more secure one, but I’ll be double checking that every umbrella is secured in its stand for the rest of my life now!

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

I was grateful to be able to play music despite being very dizzy! I didn’t get any photos of the wedding because of my injury, but John Cain was so generous in sharing his professional photos with me! The photos are stunning and made even more so by the wildflowers, which were prettier than they’ve ever been, due to all the rain we’ve been getting.

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

The bride let me select all of her prelude and ceremony music, only requesting nothing sad and no tears! She said in her wonderful Southern accent, “I don’t want to be bawlin’ as I walk down the aisle”. I think we succeeded with a selection of upbeat classical and contemporary music, and there wasn’t a single tear but smiles all around!

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Wedding Ceremony Music
I Will (Beatles) - Wedding Party
Butterfly Waltz from Twilight - Bride
All You Need is Love (Beatles) - Recessional

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Holy Cross Event Deck
Ceremony Music: Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens - Violin and Cello Duo
Officiant: Elevate Wedding Officiant
Photographer: John Cain Photography - thank you for these incredible photos!

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

Violin and Cello Wedding Ceremony Music on the Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado, Photo by John Cain Photography

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

From the Groom:

“Christen and her musicians are amazing! They played recently at our July wedding in Breckenridge and the music was beautiful. She even learned a couple of specific songs that we asked for, and our guests loved the mix of contemporary songs they played during the ceremony and part of the reception. Christen was so nice and we are so thankful her and her string quartet crew were a part of our day. Highly recommend!!”

Our string quartet had a wonderful time playing music for this wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception! We played a short prelude of classical and traditional music, and then switched to upbeat contemporary music for the cocktails and reception. The “Flower Boi” played his part perfectly and made us all laugh!

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

As we played “Forever, and Ever, Amen” during the prelude, I heard a hint of singing from the guests. During the reception, the singing was a little louder while we played “Just the Way You Are”. I couldn’t resist, and we launched into “Take Me Home, Country Roads'“, and the whole room erupted in enthusiastic, off-key singing!

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

We continued playing lively contemporary music and finished with a requested encore performance of “Take Me Home, Country Roads”. There was so much energy throughout the evening, and we were enjoying playing so much, that we didn’t realize how hungry we had become. The couple had arranged for us to eat food from the buffet afterwards and it was very welcome gesture.

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

Wedding Ceremony Music:

Bittersweet Symphony (Verve) - Wedding Party
All of the Lights (Kayne West) (slow section) - Bride
Overjoyed (Matchbox 20) - Recessional

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

Wedding Vendors:

Ceremony and Reception Music: Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens - String Quartet
Venue: The Lodge at Breckenridge
Photography: Andrea Stark Photography - Thank you so much for these beautiful photos!

The signage at this wedding is worth highlighting - it was delightful and nerdy!

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

String Quartet Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music at the Lodge at Breckenridge, Photo by Andrea Stark Photography

Our String Quartet is equally comfortable playing elegant classical music and rocking out on contemporary tunes!

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music at the YMCA of the Rockies and the Twin Owls Steakhouse

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Overlook Chapel at YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

This July, my team and I played music for a wedding ceremony at the YMCA of the Rockies Overlook Chapel, which is at the top of Emerald Mountain. We arrived at the chapel after a drive up a winding dirt mountain road. The mountaintop felt wild and isolated, and it was completely silent except for the breeze in the trees and distant thunder.

As we warmed up and did sound check, we were swarmed by biting flies, which were enjoying the fact that we couldn’t really defend ourselves while we were playing our instruments. It was a relief when storm clouds covered the hot sun and the wind blew the worst of the flies away. When it was time to start the wedding, the mountaintop was still empty of people except for us and the officiant. The thunder rumbled louder and we saw lightning, and we hoped that everyone would arrive before the storm did!

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Overlook Chapel at YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Soon everyone arrived at once in a caravan of cars, and we played one prelude song and then launched into the bride’s song so that she could be married before the storm came. The bride walked down the aisle to a special arrangement that I made of “Precious Love” by James Morrison, a song that was meaningful to her.

The ceremony was really quick, and just as the couple was pronounced husband and wife, a few fat raindrops had begun to fall. People hurried away quickly, and we wrapped up the recessional song so that we could get to safety. We packed up under the shelter of our little canopy, during a deluge of wind, rain, flooding, and lightning.

Afterwards, we all made it safely to the Twin Owls Steakhouse, and we played lively contemporary music to entertain the guests during the cocktail reception.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony Music at the Overlook Chapel at YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Wedding Vendors:
Wedding Ceremony Venue - YMCA of the Rockies - Overlook Chapel
Wedding Cocktail Hour and Reception Venue - Twin Owls Steakhouse
Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music - Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens - String Trio

Live Music adds Just the Right Touch to your Wedding Celebration!

Flute and Cello Duo Wedding Ceremony and Brunch Music at Carter Park Pavilion in Breckenridge, Colorado

Flute and Cello Wedding Ceremony and Brunch Music at Carter Park Pavilion in Breckenridge, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

It was a cool and crisp July morning at Carter Park Pavilion in Breckenridge, Colorado - the perfect day for a wedding! The groom’s favorite instrument is the flute, and the bride’s favorite instrument is the cello, so our flute and cello duo was the just the right fit for their wedding music.

We played a mix of classical music and hymns as guests arrived and as they enjoyed brunch afterwards. It was a casual ceremony, and everyone was relaxed and having a wonderful time.

An older couple came up to us and requested “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” by Bach, which was the song that they had walked down the aisle to on their own wedding day! As we played they sat and listened with their arms wrapped around each other, and their love for each other was sweet and inspiring!

Flute and Cello Wedding Ceremony and Brunch Music at Carter Park Pavilion in Breckenridge, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

From the Bride and Groom:

“Christen brought her musical beauty to our wedding in Breckenridge Colorado in July 2021, and I am so glad we selected her and her colleague. She played during the prelude and following the ceremony. In fact, the bride's mother is a music director one of the toughest critics around! - and she had high, high praise for Christen. The music was unobtrusive physically yet utterly beautiful aurally - and really made the event feel extra special. Thank you so much!” - Brad and Krista

Flute and Cello Wedding Ceremony and Brunch Music at Carter Park Pavilion in Breckenridge, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Sample Prelude and Brunch Music Selections:,
Chorale from Cantata #140 (Bach), Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Bach), For the Beauty of the Earth, Morning Has Broken, All Things Bright and Beautiful, Autumn (Vivaldi)

Ceremony Music:
Spring from the Four Seasons (Vivaldi) - Bride and Groom escorting parents
Ode to Joy (Beethoven) - Recessional

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Carter Park Pavilion
Live Music: Flute and Cello Duo - Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens
Wedding Planner: Sparrow Event Planning

Experience the Beauty of our Flute and Cello Duo

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music at Mount Princeton Hot Springs in Nathrop, Colorado

It was such a delight to work with this couple, and I felt privileged to be a part of their wedding celebration! The groom absolutely loves strings, and having live string music at their wedding was a very important part of this couple’s special day. They had our string trio play music with a contemporary feel for their ceremony, cocktail hour, and first dance.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

We began by playing romantic contemporary prelude music as guests arrived before the ceremony, and we added energy with lively pop and rock tunes during cocktails. The bride also requested some special songs that her family loves, including “When I’m 64” (Beatles) , “Over the Rainbow” from Wizard of Oz, and A Whole New World.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

We finished our portion of the evening playing the dreamy “I Get to Love You” by Ruelle for the couple’s very romantic first dance.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

Wedding Ceremony Music:

A Thousand Years from Twilight - Wedding Party
Turning Page from Twilight - Bride
Viva La Vida (Coldplay) - Recessional
I Get to Love You (Ruelle) - First Dance

Wedding Vendors:

Venue: Mount Princeton Hot Springs
Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music: String Trio by Christen Stephens
Officiant and Wedding Planner: Clinton Anderson
Photographer: Rachel Case Photography - Thank you for these amazing photos!

Celebrate Your Wedding With the Beauty of Strings.

String Trio Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music, Photo by Rachel Case Photography

Flute and String Quartet Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music at the Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado

From the Groom:

“Amazing Musical Team!”

"Christen Stephens and her musicians were incredible! My bride wanted a very specific video game song played as she walked down the aisle and Christen's team pulled it off perfectly! They also did a great job with general contemporary music played on classical instruments, and created a great, classy, yet fun, atmosphere during the pre-ceremony time, and cocktail hour! She was always professional and very easy to work with! Highly recommended!”

Flute and Strings Quartet Wedding Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music at the Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, Photo by Christen Stephens

My musicians and I loved playing beautiful music for this elegant wedding ceremony and cocktail hour! The couple chose our flute and strings quartet, with the addition of a harpist for the bridal entrance. The bride was planning to ride in on a white horse as we played the “Great Fairy Fountain” from Zelda on flute and harp. I didn’t see exactly what happened because I was playing, but one of the many wild turkeys roaming the area spooked the horse and the bride couldn’t ride in, but it was true Colorado mountain wedding experience!

We played a contemporary music program with pop, rock, and country music selections. For the prelude, we began with slower and more romantic music, and then we really lifted the tempo after the ceremony as guests enjoyed cocktails and hors-d’ourves.

Wedding Ceremony Music:
A Thousand Years (Christian Perri) - Wedding Party
Great Fairy Fountain from Zelda - Bride
Marry You - Recessional

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Della Terra Mountain Chateau
Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music: Flute and Strings Quartet + Harp by Christen Stephens
Photographer: Nicolette Bardos

Our Flute and Strings Quartet is an Impressive Addition to any Wedding!

Flute and String Quartet Wedding Ceremony Music at the Black Canyon Inn in Estes Park, Colorado

This bride was a very special client of mine because she’s not only a music lover, but she’s also a musician herself. The bride is an opera singer, and she comes from a very musical family, so the music portion of the ceremony was very important to the entire family. The mother of the bride particularly wanted to hear “Sheep May Safely Graze” with two flutes harmonizing at the top. We adjusted our normal quartet to include two flutes, along with a viola, and cello. The result was absolutely delightful and full of lighthearted joy!

From the Bride:

“Absolutely Beautiful”

“I can’t emphasize enough how much we enjoyed working with Christen as well as hearing her and the rest of the quartet at our wedding! Christen is super professional and also very flexible. We were able to have a quartet of two flautists, a cellist, and a violist and with the music we picked, it sounded absolutely magical. We used most of their repertoire list but Christen also was able to play a few extra pieces for us that weren’t, some from operas and some from movies that my husband and I have enjoyed watching together during our relationship. You will not regret hiring these wonderfully talented musicians. Thank you again Christen!”

Flute and Strings Quartet Wedding Ceremony Music at the Black Canyon Inn in Estes Park, Colorado

Listen to a Live Music Clip from the Wedding:

Flute and Strings Quartet Wedding Ceremony Music at the Black Canyon Inn in Estes Park, Colorado

Flute and Strings Quartet Wedding Ceremony Music at the Black Canyon Inn in Estes Park, Colorado

The bride chose a prelude set list featuring classical music and music with vocals, including opera pieces. During the ceremony, several family members got up and sang, accompanied by Amy’s mom on the piano. The ceremony was fun, funny, and lighthearted.

The couple even printed their wedding music program (left) like a concert program, and included the songs that they selected for their prelude, in order. Everyone clapped for us between songs, just like a concert.

Wedding Ceremony Music:
Sheep May Safely Graze (Bach) - Wedding Party
I See the Light from Tangled - Bride
Wedding March (Mendelssohn) - Recessional

Experience the Joy of the Flute (or two flutes!) with Strings.

Flute, Cello, and Guitar Wedding Music at the Denver Botanic Gardens

Flute, Cello, Guitar Wedding Ceremony Music at the Denver Botanic Gardens in Denver, Colorado

After many unusually cold and rainy April days, this Nebraska couple got lucky with the perfect spring day for their wedding celebration. They were married at the peaceful Woodland Mosaic Garden, one of several wedding sites at the Denver Botanic Gardens. This secluded woodland location has a charming Victorian solarium, making it my favorite wedding site in the gardens. The spring flowers and delicate new leaves sparkled with life, and the sun was warm and inviting.

The bride is an accordion player, and she was quite knowledgeable in music and made a variety of music selections from classical to traditional Irish, jazz, Beatles, and other contemporary songs. Both the classical and modern songs sounded perfect with our flute, cello, and guitar trio.

We played traditional classical music to greet guests as they arrived and mingled before the ceremony. This couple chose to officiate their own ceremony, and Colorado is one of only a few states where this is easy to do and recognized legally. I played short musical excerpts throughout the ceremony to set the mood and to provide lovely transitions.

After the ceremony, we switched from classical music to pop, rock, and jazz music. Everyone enjoyed our music along with cocktails and mingling. As we played, the solarium was set with tables and chairs for the dinner that would be soon to follow. We wrapped up the cocktail portion of the event with the couple’s first dance, which we accompanied with “Fantasy” by Earth, Wind, and Fire. Our guitarist switched from his classical guitar to his steel string guitar, and we really rocked it!

Flute, Cello, Guitar Wedding Ceremony Music at the Denver Botanic Gardens in Denver, Colorado

Ceremony Music:
Sheep May Safely Graze (Bach) - Groom then Bride
Simple Gifts (Traditional) - Tree Planting Ceremony
Rondeau from Abdelazer (Purcell) - Recessional
Fantasy (Earth, Wind, and Fire) - First Dance

Cocktail Hour Music (sample selections):
Make You Feel My Love ( Adele), Viva la Vida (Coldplay), Shallow (Lady Gaga), All I Ask of You from Phantom of the Opera, All You Need Is Love (Beatles), Come Away With Me (Nora Jones)

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Denver Botanic Gardens (The Woodland Mosaic Garden)
Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Music: Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens (Flute, Cello, Guitar Trio)
Photographer: Ryan Dearth Wedding Photography

Our Flute, Cello, and Guitar Trio can have traditional and romantic sound, or pick up the tempo for lively contemporary music.

Flute and Violin Duo at a Rental Home in Breckenridge, Colorado

Flute and Violin Wedding Ceremony Music in Breckenridge, Colorado. Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Our flute and violin duo was the perfect fit for this intimate early spring wedding ceremony in Breckenridge, Colorado. I’m beginning to think of this beautiful rental home as the “Breckenridge Wedding Rental”, because it’s become a popular venue for weddings.

This busy bride was excited to have the beauty of live music for her wedding ceremony, but other than her choice of Pachelbel’s Canon in D for her walk down the aisle, she left the music selections to me. I put together a beautiful music program that I felt matched her joyful personality and the rustic and stunning Colorado mountain setting.

Flute and Violin Wedding Ceremony Music in Breckenridge, Colorado. Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

A fresh blanket snow had fallen the night before, and the ceremony setting looked just like Christmas despite the April calendar date. It even started to lightly snow towards the end of the ceremony, and the effect was magical!

We continued to play after the ceremony as guests mingled indoors and enjoyed refreshments before the dinner was to be served. I was so glad that our music put a smile on everyone’s faces and made the event feel so joyful and festive.

Our flute and violin duo is the perfect music choice for an intimate wedding ceremony.

Solo Flute Wedding Ceremony Music on the Aspen Mountain Wedding Overlook

Solo Flute Wedding Ceremony Music in Aspen, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

The calendar may have confidently declared that it was spring, but it’s not unusual for the Colorado mountains to enjoy some of their biggest snowstorms in the month of March. This out of state couple was debating on having their wedding anywhere from a tropical retreat to a snow covered mountain, and an Aspen mountain wedding ceremony won the day! They got the true Aspen mountain wedding experience with heavy snow, freezing cold, and whiteout conditions, but they stayed positive and enjoyed their wedding day adventure.

I accompanied the arrival of guests with my romantic and joyful solo flute music, a perfect fit for the mountain setting. My music greeted guests as soon as they reached the top of the gondola. They enjoyed the music as I played through the songs that the couple chose. As they mingled, they enjoyed hot drinks, snacks, and fluffy blankets. Soon, everyone was guided to the seats at the ceremony site and the ceremony took place in a surreal winter wonderland. What is normally a sweeping mountain view, was a dramatic backdrop of pure white.

I continued to accompany various parts of the ceremony with my music, and then played a lively recessional after the couple was pronounced husband and wife. Everyone quickly went inside to warm up after that!

From the Groom:

“Christen was a delight to work with! “

“Christen was a delight to work with! She did a few video calls with us during Covid as we were destination wedding to Aspen. Her website gave some good samples and she picked up a song we requested to learn to help make the moment special. We picked up a song list and she delivered! Her music created a special backdrop to our wedding, and I can't wait to rehear her during our wedding video. :)”

Ceremony Music:
Wonderful Tonight (Eric Clapton) - Parents and Ringbearer
Canon in D (Pachelbel) - Bride
Butterfly Waltz from Twilight and River Flows in You (Yiruma) - Readings
Secrets (One Republic) - Sand Ceremony
Wedding March (Mendelssohn) - Recessional

Prelude Music (sample selections):
Musetta’s Waltz (Puccini), Gigue from Suite #3 in D Major (Bach), A Day Without Rain (Enya), Beautiful in White (Westlife), Spring from Vivaldi’s Seasons

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Aspen Mountain Wedding Overlook
Wedding Planner: Aspen Event Solutions
Photography: KiKi Creates
Ceremony Music: Solo Flute by Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens

Enjoy the romance and flexibility of my Solo Flute Signature Package for your Colorado wedding ceremony.

Solo Flute Wedding Ceremony Music in Aspen, Colorado, Flute and Strings by Christen Stephens