NaNo Influences

I have a NaNo influence for this scene. Can anyone guess what it is? I'll give you a hint. It has to do with what the group of people is called.

Excerpt:

    A small string quartet was nestled into a corner of Ms. Cook's very comfortable living quarters. The mellow music drifted among the many rooms, creating senses of both space and intimacy among the small gathering. A few uniformed waiters circulated amongst Ms. Cook's guests offering brie and canape.