Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Walk down the aisle to a harpist, string quartet or classical guitarist. For a more contemporary touch, book a gospel choir or acoustic pop duo.
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Engaging and talented duo who create the soundscape of a full live band with loops and pedals. Both male and female vocals are available as well as additional instruments.
Charming acoustic duo with a beautiful sound and a repertoire of songs ideal for weddings.
Stylish acoustic duo playing everything from The Rolling Stones and Dolly Parton to Kings of Leon and U2. This captivating pair also tour and release original material as an established Americana band, under a different name.
Westminster Duo are a classy act who perform across the UK and abroad! They specialise in jazz, smooth soul and laid-back pop, perfect for background music at your event.
Marvellous acoustic duo featuring excellent male and female vocals accompanimed by tasteful acoustic guitar and playing a huge repertoire of favourite rock and pop tunes suitable for any function.
Explosive brass band delivering a funky blend of soul and pop songs for dancing. The band can also offer costumed oompah sets for Oktoberfest or New Orleans roaming sets if required.
Offering bespoke crystallized instruments and exceptional music performances, Rough Diamond Strings play both classical and modern chart music, covering all genres from classical to pop and Hip Hop - a perfect touch of glamour for your event.
The catchiest songs of all time, played in the most elemental and musical of fashions - Sweetbeat Duo strip back your favourite music presenting a sound that is sophisticated yet beautifully simple.
Enchanting duo blending powerful vocals with acoustic guitar and loop station, and featuring a wide-ranging set of current chart, dance, pop, folk and jazz standards. French and Italian songs also available on request.
Versatile acoustic background guitarist and vocalist, featured on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 6. With a decade of performing experience, Paul will ensure your event is in expert hands.
There are up to five moments during the service which you may require music for:
Processional music is music for the bridal entrance and recessional is the bridal exit.
Most couples have a favourite band or song, and music that reminds
them of special times and special people. If you're not sure, browse our
wedding ceremony song ideas to find your perfect playlist.
Bear in mind if you're booking live musicians and the song is a bit obscure, the act may require a fee to cover additional rehearsal time, but it's worth it for one of the most memorable moments of your life.
Classical music – primarily performed by string quartets, harpists and guitarists – are still the most popular choice for wedding ceremonies, so our musicians veer strongly to this genre.
If classical repertoire isn't your thing, bear in mind that many string quartets, harpists, classical guitarists and singers have musically diverse song-lists which include pop, folk, opera, film music and Bollywood as well as classical favourites – and some may even learn a special song for you.
If you'd like something altogether more modern, you could hire an acoustic guitar/vocalist or acoustic duo performing rock and pop covers from the 60s to the present day.If you're planning a Jewish wedding, klezmer music is a popular option.
If you have Caribbean heritage, or simply fancy something more unusual, a steel pan soloist or duo will lend an exotic, upbeat touch to your ceremony.
Classical musicians and soloists are very adaptable. Because they don’t require much space or amplification, they don’t need a stage or have any power requirements and can play both in and outdoors – though if playing outdoors bear in mind they'll need shelter from the sun and rain!
If your venue is small or has specific acoustic requirements, it can be helpful to speak to the musicians well in advance, so that they can help you make the appropriate plans. Wedding musicians are used to these kind of restrictions and will be able to plan around them.
If you’re watching the pennies, you can still have great music for
your wedding ceremony. We recommend saving money by using a smaller
group of musicians, a soloist or a soloist with backing tracks.
If you've already hired a band for your evening wedding party, check whether they can offer a soloist or duo in a gentler, acoustic format for the earlier part of the day. Using the same musicians for both the ceremony and the reception – and perhaps even the photos and wedding breakfast – could save you money and make your planning easier!
Bear in mind that you'll be paying additional standing time on site, not just the performance, but overall it would work out less expensive than hiring three separate acts, mainly due to the savings on travel costs.
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