About Us

Formed in 1990, Alto Strings is the leading name in supplying string ensembles to enhance the atmosphere at events, such as weddings, parties & corporate functions.
Alto Strings operates primarily in Melbourne and Perth and performs as a string quartet, string trio, string duo or string solo.

Recognising the importance of punctuality, presentation, reliability and excellence of musicianship has ensured a reputation of professionalism around the country.

Members of Alto Strings have performed:

• with Melbourne, Adelaide, Tasmanian & West Australian Symphony Orchestras
• with artists such as Katy Perry, Harry Connick Jnr, KD Lang, Hugh Jackman, Pavarotti, Placido Domingo,Roberta Flack & Air Supply
• at functions for Emirates Marquee (Spring Racing Carnival); Ron Walker (Grand Prix) & the weddings of Geoffrey Edelsten & Nathan Buckley at Crown Casino.
• at prestigious events such as The Logies, AFL Grand Final;
• on soundtracks of Red Dog; Sliding Doors; Young Talent Time; Cloudstreet; Beneath Hill 60; various TV commercials
• in the world's greatest venues - Concertgebouw (Amsterdam); Sydney Opera House; Parliament House Canberra;
  Rod Laver Arena & at festivals such as The Proms at Royal Albert Hall (London).

Alto Strings has provided music nationally for:

• National Gallery Society of Victoria
• BankWest
• Barclays Bank
• Holden
• Hay Group
• 7Eleven
• various awards ceremonies for the State Government of Victoria
• Adelaide Central Plaza

Alto Strings was the official string ensemble featured on the TV series, Sophie’s Wedding Guide Click here for more info

Artistic Director, Sophie Kesoglidis, began her career as a viola player graduating with a Masters of Music degree from University of Melbourne and gained a full time position with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. She also plays the violin and piano. While currently performing regularly as a violist with Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and Orchestra Victoria, she also plays in a tango band and enjoys creating stage shows centred around music. With her interest in directly assisting clients to enjoy music at functions, Sophie formed Alto Strings in 1990 and following its success, established Alto Productions in 1996.