Frequently asked questions
Song selections, setup needs, what to expect on the day. Here’s everything to make planning easy, clear and stress-free.
Why Lavandula
We don’t hand you a menu. We design a setlist around your story, arrange the songs you love for strings, and coordinate every cue with your planner, so you can simply be present. Every musician is hand-selected and trained by our founder, Dr. Joy Yamaguchi, and a member of our core team leads every event.
We start with a conversation: how you met, the songs that mark your years together, and how you want the day to feel. Then we draft music for every moment, from prelude to last dance, and refine it with you on your planning calls.
Joy and our team, from your first call to the last note. You’ll have unlimited email support, up to three planning calls, and a member of our core team leading your ensemble on the day.
Still deciding? Schedule a call and we’ll talk it through.
General
Weddings are our specialty, and we also love playing for cocktail parties, proposals, intimate dinners, galas, corporate events and celebrations of all kinds.
Armless chairs, shade (like a 10×10 tent or umbrellas), and a flat, dry performance space. If you’re outdoors, don’t worry: we’ll guide you through what’s needed.
Not much. Our ensembles fit in about 10 feet of space, and we can adapt to just about any layout.
Rehearsals aren’t included, but we’re happy to coordinate with your planner or officiant ahead of time. If you’d like us at the rehearsal, we can add it for an additional fee.
We perform acoustically by default, which is beautiful for most ceremonies and intimate settings. For larger rooms or open outdoor spaces, amplification can be added so every guest hears every note.
Booking & logistics
We recommend 6–12 months ahead, especially for peak season (May–October). Do reach out regardless: we occasionally have last-minute availability.
Wedding experiences begin at $2,500, and most couples choose our Ceremony & Cocktail Hour experience. Your final investment depends on ensemble size, event length and location, and we’ll send a tailored proposal for your day.
Request your date through our form. We’ll reply with availability and, once the details are final, send a contract and invoice to make it official.
Yes. A 30% deposit and signed contract secure your date, and the balance is due by the day of the event.
Absolutely. If our experiences don’t quite match your vision, we’ll create a custom option that fits your day.
Music & repertoire
A little of everything: classical, pop, indie, jazz and film music, with new favorites added all the time. Our library has 1,000+ songs.
Yes. Choose from our library of 1,000+ songs. If your song isn’t there yet, we’ll arrange it for your ensemble, and The Full Evening includes one custom arrangement.
That’s what we’re here for. We start with your story and how you want the day to feel, then draft a setlist for every moment, whether dreamy, dramatic or danceable, and refine it with you during your planning calls.
Yes, and we do so often. We can also hire additional musicians through our trusted network to bring your full musical vision to life.
Yes. We’re happy to incorporate meaningful songs, traditions and musical styles into your celebration.
On the day
Highly trained professionals with extensive event experience. Many hold advanced music degrees and perform regularly with symphonies, chamber groups and theater productions.
At least one musician from our core team is at every event, joined by trusted artists who share our values and rehearsal standards. Our core team is women-led, and we proudly collaborate with musicians of all gender identities.
Formal concert black (long black dresses or black suits). If you have a dress code or theme, just let us know in advance.
Whenever we can. Whether it’s instrumentation, an all-women ensemble, or a particular dress code, tell us during booking and we’ll do our best.
We have a trusted network of professional musicians on call, so a top-notch substitute is always ready to step in.
Send us a note. We’re happy to help, and we reply within one business day.
Ask us anything