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Sons of Granville

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Last reviewed: August 1, 2026 | Vancouver | Wedding Music |

Business status: Active.

Last reviewed: August 1, 2026. Business status: Active.

The Vancouver wedding band Sons of Granville offers acoustic-based instrumental music built around viola, guitar and percussion. Its current official website identifies weddings among the events it performs and provides a separate wedding-music page, establishing a clear match between the business name and the service covered by this profile.

The available first-party information is useful for understanding the band’s sound, lineup choices, published repertoire and travel area. It is less detailed about rates, performance periods and event logistics, so couples should treat the website as a starting point and request a written proposal for their date. This profile was last reviewed on August 1, 2026.

Services and specialization

Sons of Granville describes itself as an instrumental band playing acoustic-based music. Its signature trio combines guitar, viola and percussion, giving couples an alternative to both a conventional vocal cover band and an all-string ensemble. The official website presents the music as suitable for weddings as well as conferences, summits, grand openings, birthdays and other celebrations.

The wedding page confirms that the group has developed multiple configurations for wedding bookings. However, it does not publish a complete breakdown of which portions of a wedding each configuration can cover. Couples interested in ceremony, drinks reception, dinner or evening-reception music should specify the required periods when making an enquiry rather than assuming that every lineup is offered for every part of the day.

Ensemble options and repertoire

The official wedding page lists five choices. The Classic Trio is the signature guitar, viola and percussion arrangement. “Sons + one” adds a featured soloist to the trio. The site also names a Fusion Duo, Classic Solo and Classic Duo, describing the Classic Duo as its most popular ceremony choice. The instruments used in every smaller configuration are not fully itemized, so the exact lineup should be confirmed in the quote.

The homepage publishes a substantial song list that mixes recognizable popular music with traditional or classical selections. Examples include Pachelbel’s Canon, Schubert’s Ave Maria, At Last, Perfect, Turning Pages, Marry You, Billie Jean and Tum Hi Ho. This breadth is a documented feature, but couples should still confirm that a chosen song is currently available in their preferred configuration and can be timed for a specific wedding moment.

Classic Trio: guitar, viola and percussion
Sons + one: the trio with a featured soloist
Fusion Duo
Classic Solo
Classic Duo, identified by the band as a ceremony option

Service area and who it may suit

The official site says the band performs in Greater Vancouver and Whistler, as well as elsewhere across Canada. That makes the listing relevant to Vancouver-area couples and potentially to destination or out-of-region events, subject to availability and travel arrangements. The website does not publish travel fees, minimum booking requirements or geographic exclusions.

The format may suit couples seeking recognizable songs performed without a conventional lead-vocal presentation, or those comparing a soloist, duo and fuller acoustic ensemble. The published repertoire includes music from different eras and traditions, but the website does not promise that every song can be performed by every lineup. Couples should listen to the official samples and discuss the desired atmosphere directly with the band before deciding whether the sound fits their ceremony or reception plans.

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

A confirmed strength is the range of ensemble formats documented on the wedding page. Couples can begin their enquiry with a solo, duo, signature trio or expanded option in mind. Another documented feature is the public song list, which gives a more concrete picture of the band’s material than a general genre description alone. The trio’s distinctive combination of viola, guitar and percussion is also clearly stated on the official site.

The practical limitations are evidence gaps rather than criticisms of the musicians. The official pages do not provide package inclusions, set lengths, break schedules, equipment details, booking lead times or contract terms. They also do not display a public business address or telephone number. These omissions mean that venue suitability, production requirements and the total booking cost cannot be established from the website alone.

Pricing

Prices are not published. The official website invites visitors to get in touch but does not provide current wedding packages, starting rates or travel charges. Third-party figures should not be treated as current first-party pricing.

Ask for an itemized written quote tied to the wedding date, location, requested lineup and performance schedule. It should clarify musician fees, travel, setup and sound requirements, taxes, deposits, overtime, song-arrangement charges and any costs associated with moving equipment between separate ceremony and reception spaces.

Contact and booking

The confirmed contact route is info@sonsofgranville.com, which appears on the official website. Couples can also use the website’s contact link. No current telephone number or postal address is published on the official pages reviewed, so legacy contact details have not been carried into this profile.

A useful first enquiry should include the date, venue, city, approximate guest count, indoor or outdoor setting, preferred configuration and the portions of the wedding requiring music. Naming important songs and providing a basic timeline will help the band determine whether the repertoire, lineup and setup are workable before preparing a proposal.

What couples should confirm

Before booking, obtain a contract that identifies the musicians or configuration, arrival and performance times, number and length of sets, breaks, payment schedule and cancellation or postponement terms. Confirm whether amplification is required, who supplies it, how much setup time is needed and whether the venue must provide power, shelter or a sound technician.

Couples should also verify the final repertoire, the deadline for requests, whether new arrangements are possible, and what happens if a requested musician becomes unavailable. For events outside Greater Vancouver, ask about mileage, accommodation and other travel costs. Outdoor weddings require a clear weather contingency that protects both the instruments and the performance schedule.

Availability for the exact date, venue and wedding segment
Instruments and personnel included in the selected configuration
Set lengths, breaks and overtime terms
Song-request and custom-arrangement policies
Amplification, power, setup space and weather requirements
Travel charges, taxes, deposit and cancellation terms

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sons of Granville perform at weddings?

Yes. Weddings are included among the events listed on the official homepage, and the band maintains a dedicated Wedding Music page.

What instruments are in the Sons of Granville trio?

The official site identifies guitar, viola and percussion as the signature Classic Trio configuration.

What wedding configurations does Sons of Granville list?

The wedding page lists the Classic Trio, Sons + one, Fusion Duo, Classic Solo and Classic Duo. The precise instruments and personnel in the smaller configurations should be confirmed directly.

Where does Sons of Granville perform?

The official site names Greater Vancouver and Whistler and says the band also performs across Canada. Availability and travel costs for a particular location require a quote.