Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
From weddings and small parties to corporate events and student parties, we have the finest party bands for hire in Hampshire and the surrounding counties playing rock and pop cover songs as well as jazz, swing and ceilidh!
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With a splash of merry wedding tunes and a dash of melancholy lullabies, Klezmer Kapelye whip up a hearty brew of soul-stirring melodies that are sure to get your feet tapping.
Whether you need upbeat entertainment for a lively celebration or a relaxed atmosphere for a drinks reception, Daylight Duo can cater to your needs.
Tropicalia DJ Band is a DJ act with live musicians, bringing an exotic, vibrant performance to your event. The act performs floor-filling mash-ups and remixes of classics from the 70s to the present day.
Sensational jazz and swing band, blending timeless jazz classics, energetic swing tunes, and modern twists on pop favourites.
World class DJs and musicians team up to create an epic atmosphere for your special occasion.
Acclaimed ceilidh and barn dance band playing a mix of traditional Irish, Scottish, English and Americana for dancing or listening. Available with caller and extra musicians.
Whatever occasion you are celebrating, music is the best way to make any event memorable, and Hampshire attracts great musicians from all over the world!
Our experts have tracked down the most talented and reliable party bands in Hampshire so that you don’t have to.
We have local bands in all styles, suitable for all budgets – and all of them are young enough to love what they do and experienced enough to know exactly what to play and when!
We can provide local party bands for every occasion, from anniversaries and Christmas parties, to birthdays and bar Mitzvahs.
Our Hampshire wedding bands
will keep your guests dancing till dawn, typically playing a variety of
classic, upbeat hits from every decade – soul, rock, pop, chart and
dance and more.
Our band line-ups start with small, guitar-based outfits, usually
consisting of 3 or 4 musicians and specialising in rock, pop and indie.
Our mid-sized line-ups, usually consisting of 5 to 9 members, include
brass sections, keyboards and often the option of both male and female
lead vocals. These typically specialise in pop, soul, Motown and dance
music.
Finally, we have large showbands and jazz orchestras including up to 21 musicians!
For outdoor summer parties or background music at weddings, hire one of the best jazz musicians in Hampshire. They'll help break the ice at dinner, distract guests during photos or lighten the mood at your drinks reception, allowing guests to mingle and chat more freely.
Or if you need something engaging and fun for all the family, have a look at our ceilidh bands. They perform a variety of English, Irish and Scottish music – ideal for a knees-up in a barn!
If you’re looking for something more refined, our jazz bands in Hampshire cover a range of sub-genres including gypsy jazz bands, jazz trios, wedding jazz bands, background jazz bands.
All will play non-intrusive, sophisticated background music that your guests can talk over.
For the evening, consider hiring a swing band to get the party started.
Our Hampshire bands all come fully equipped for your event – it’s just worth getting in touch if you think your event will exceed 250 guests, as extra equipment might then be necessary. You just need to make sure that the band has a power source to plug in to and a space to perform!
We recommend a flat and sheltered stage area of at least 3x3 meters for a 3-piece band – then add an extra metre squared per band member that you have booked.
A raised stage is preferable for maximum impact but our bands are flexible to all kinds of set ups!
Craig David? Foxes? Matt Cardle? Aqualung? Wildchild? Whatever your go-to musical choice, there is plenty of musical history and diversity to enjoy
in the rich, royal heritage of Hampshire.
Our bands love to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or significant occasion
at any venue across the varied landscape of Hampshire
including Cain Manor, Botleys Mansion, Audley Woods Hotel, Tournerbury,
Guildford Manor Hotel, The Potters Heron, Farnham Castle, Highfield Park
and The Mill House Hotel.
Our bands are available across the county, performing in Southampton, Portsmouth, Basingstoke, Eastleigh, Gosport, Farnborough, Aldershot, Horndean, Winchester, Havant, Fareham, Andover, Fleet, Totton, Hedge End, Stubbington, Hythe, New Milton, Emsworth, Alton, Romsey, and the Isle of Wight.
They will also travel UK wide and internationally.
Take advantage of the band's acoustic or jazz sets in the afternoon, or their in-house DJ service later in the night. Since the musicians will be on site anyway, they can usually often these services at half the cost of booking an additional act.
If you’re planning an event, avoid the hassle and extra travel costs
of booking a band from further afield by seeking out a local act.
Our
Function Central experts have gathered together the very best cover
bands that Hampshire has to offer – a top selection of professional
outfits appropriate for a range of occasions.
Function Central is a leading cover bands hire agency. We provide exceptional talent for private events, both in Hampshire, throughout the UK and internationally.
Hire a local band to save on costs – we have acts based in most major UK towns and counties.
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