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Refined. Soulful. Memorable.

Elegant Cello Music for Weddings in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Beyond

The easiest “yes” of your entire wedding plan

String music that can be spacious and beautiful, then unexpectedly cool or dramatic.

A calm presence, heartfelt playing. 

Memorable weddings are emotional and unique.

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One live cello. A world of sound.

Music that evolves with your day

The musical variety is huge, all tied together by one live cello. Below are a few popular examples so you can hear what I mean. 

Turning PageSleeping at Last
YellowColdplay
00:00 / 01:20
Canon in DPachelbel
00:00 / 01:13
Cover Me UpJason Isbell
00:00 / 00:34
Young & BeautifulLana del Rey
00:00 / 00:49
Birds of a FeatherBillie Eilish
00:00 / 01:08
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The Ceremony Experience

What you’ll get:
 

Live music including a sound system fit for any venue

Personal song choices from the song list and YouTube

Clear, thoughtful communication

Custom cello requests are available

Ceremony Music Timeline
I’ll play as your guests arrive and settle in, with up to an hour of music before the ceremony included. I usually recommend 45 minutes. Then I perform your ceremony songs: entrances, any special interludes, and the recessional.

 

Before Your Wedding Day

Whether you're detailed or hands-off, my three-step planning guide makes it easy to choose your music. You make the personal choices, and I handle the details. 

"Ryan was amazing. Easy to work with, even from a state away. The music was so perfect, well-composed and well-played. He really made it special. He was worth every penny we spent and then some. I'll never forget walking down the aisle to the perfect song played live by this lovely artist."

Mallory and Mike

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More on Google, WeddingWire, and The Knot

Price

The ceremony experience described above is $1,500.

 

A $200 deposit and signed agreement reserves your date. The remainder is due one month before your wedding.

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Reception Music Add-On

Want live cello music for cocktail hour? Dinner? Special moments during your reception, like your first dance?

Reception music is $100/hour
You can decide before or after booking, no pressure. Only pay for performance time.

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Let's Make Your Wedding Sound Like You

If you’ve read this far, you already know music matters to you.
If the music feels right, let's talk.

A full live music experience built around cello, creativity, and connection. Albuquerque, Santa Fe, all of New Mexico and beyond

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© 2026 Discovered Arts Music, LLC dba Ryan Smith Cello (also known as Ry Smith)

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