Category: wedding

We’re so happy to finally share this one. Last summer we had the pleasure of performing at the beautiful Lanwades Hall in Suffolk, and this cover of Nat King Cole’s ‘Love’ was one of those moments that just felt right from the first note.

We’ve always loved this song — there’s a reason it’s been a wedding staple for decades. For our arrangement, we leaned into the warmth of the cello and let the violin carry that familiar melody, keeping things intimate and romantic without losing any of the magic of the original.

Lanwades Hall is a genuinely stunning venue and if you’re considering it for your wedding, we can tell you firsthand that it’s an absolute dream to perform in. The acoustics, the light, the whole atmosphere — it all just works.

If you’re in the early stages of planning your wedding music and you’d love a live string duo to be part of your day, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re based in Suffolk, Lincolnshire, or anywhere in between, we travel to venues across the UK.

We couldn’t resist arranging this one. Sabrina Carpenter’s Espresso has such a natural swing to it — that slow-burn groove translates surprisingly well to strings, and we had a lot of fun finding the right balance between playful and polished.

This one was filmed at Wootton Hall, a stunning Georgian country estate in North Lincolnshire. With its double-fronted manor house, walled garden and 27 acres of parkland, it’s the kind of venue that sets a really special tone for a wedding day — elegant but not stuffy, with a genuinely warm atmosphere. Exactly the kind of setting where a song like Espresso feels completely at home.

This is the kind of song we love bringing into a wedding set. It’s current, it’s fun, and it works beautifully as a cocktail hour track — especially for couples who want their day to feel more like a party than a ceremony.

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We had so much fun performing this one! The Cure’s “Friday I’m In Love” arranged for violin and cello, live at a summer wedding at Pangdean Old Barn.

This track is always a crowd-pleaser—it’s got such infectious energy and optimism that translates brilliantly to strings. We loved reimagining it for this beautiful wedding, keeping all that joyful spirit while giving it a fresh instrumental twist.

Pangdean Old Barn is an absolutely gorgeous venue to play at. The rustic barn and luscious gardens make for such a special atmosphere, and the summer vibes were perfect.

We’re The Chapel Hill Duo, and we specialise in bringing contemporary songs to life with violin and cello for weddings and events. There’s something magical about taking songs people love and reimagining them with strings.

📍 Pangdean Old Barn, East Sussex

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🎻 Cheap Thrills – Sia | Violin & Cello Cover | The Chapel Hill Duo LIVE at Harlaxton Manor

We’re so excited to share this one with you! Here’s our live violin and cello arrangement of Sia’s “Cheap Thrills,” filmed in the stunning Orangery at Harlaxton Manor. If this backdrop looks like it belongs in a period drama, that’s because it practically could — and that’s exactly the vibe we were going for. 🏛️✨

With the new season of Bridgerton upon us, we couldn’t resist revisiting this track after it was featured in the last season. There’s something magical about hearing a modern pop hit reimagined with strings, and Bridgerton has done so much to bring that concept to a massive audience. We wanted to put our own spin on it and bring that Bridgerton energy to life in a real-world setting that feels straight out of the Ton.

Harlaxton Manor’s Orangery was the perfect location — all golden light, grand architecture, and old-world elegance. We hope you enjoy watching this as much as we enjoyed performing it!

🎵 Original song by Sia

🎻 Violin & Cello arrangement by The Chapel Hill Duo

📍 Filmed live in the Orangery at Harlaxton Manor

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🎻 Can’t Help Falling in Love – Violin & Cello Cover (Live Wedding at Harlaxton Manor) 💍 by The Chapel Hill Duo

We had the absolute joy of performing “Can’t Help Falling in Love” live during a stunning wedding at the incredible Harlaxton Manor. This timeless song always gets us — and hearing it echo through such a beautiful, historic venue made it even more magical.

Our violin and cello arrangement brings out all the romance and intimacy of this classic Elvis Presley love song, perfect for walking down the aisle or a dreamy first dance.

🎶 Song: Can’t Help Falling in Love (Elvis Presley)

🎻 Arranged & performed by: The Chapel Hill Duo

📍 Location: Harlaxton Manor, Lincolnshire, UK

🎥 Recorded live at a wedding ceremony

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💌 About Us We’re The Chapel Hill Duo — a violin and cello pair who love reimagining iconic songs for strings. From wedding aisles to concert halls, we share music that makes people feel something special.

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We hope this performance makes you smile as much as it did us.

❤️ If you’re planning your own wedding, this might just be the song.

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We performed a violin and cello cover of Defying Gravity from Wicked in the gardens at Wootton Hall for a beautiful summer wedding. The atmosphere was relaxed and joyful — and when one of the guests began singing along, it made the moment even more special.

It’s always amazing how live music can bring people together and create memories like this. If you’re looking for something unique for your ceremony or drinks reception, this song is a perfect choice.

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🎻✨ “Paradise” (George Ezra) – Violin & Cello Cover | Live at Harlaxton College Wedding Drinks Reception 🎶💍

We had the absolute joy of performing this beautiful violin and cello arrangement of “Paradise” by George Ezra at the stunning Harlaxton College — a truly magical venue that set the perfect tone for a summer wedding drinks reception. The historic architecture and joyful energy of the guests created an unforgettable atmosphere as we played this upbeat, romantic tune.

This song’s lively rhythm and heartfelt lyrics make it a perfect choice for weddings — a celebration of love, connection, and finding your own paradise together. Our goal with this arrangement was to capture the warmth and excitement of the original track, while adding the elegance and emotion that strings naturally bring to the music.

Performing in the conservatory of Harlaxton College, surrounded by laughter, clinking glasses, and the buzz of newlyweds beginning their next chapter, was truly special. We hope this performance brings you a moment of that same joy, whether you’re planning your own wedding, looking for musical inspiration, or simply love fun acoustic covers.

If you enjoyed this performance, please give the video a like, subscribe for more live string covers, and let us know in the comments what song you’d love to hear next! 🎶💐

📍 Location: Harlaxton College, Lincolnshire, UK

🎵 Song: “Paradise” by George Ezra

🎻 Arrangement: Violin & Cello Duet by The Chapel Hill Duo

🎥 Live Wedding Performance

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