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Bands for Hire
Bands for Hire are a music agency providing live bands for every occasion. From function and wedding band hire to swing and jazz bands, we have picked the very best on offer. As a one stop entertainment agency, we also provide String quartets, Wedding Musicians and DJs for hire. Booking all of your entertainment through Bands For Hire can save you money, so email us if you're looking for a package deal.
Wedding Bands, Wedding Musicians, DJ's and Function Bands to Hire
Whether it's wedding musicians for the ceremony or a wedding band for your evening reception, we advise you every step of the way to ensure that you find the right live wedding music to suit you and your guests. As well as wedding bands and wedding music, we also provide mobile DJ's for hire, either as an alternative to a live band or to work alongside the band. With years of experience organising evening wedding reception entertainment, we understand that everybody's needs are different, which is why we have live function bands to hire in every genre, from soul bands, swing bands and rock 'n' roll bands to pop/rock and modern indie and rock wedding bands.
As well as wedding bands and evening wedding entertainment, we're also able to provide you with more ambient wedding background music, perfect for your wedding breakfast or drinks reception. We offer a range of jazz bands for hire as well as classical musicians, solo pianists and acoustic bands, with every wedding musician happy to work around your needs. To read more about our wedding bands, mobile discos for hire and wedding musicians, why not visit our page on wedding music, where you'll find a whole range of options.
DJ's, Party Bands and Corporate Function Band Hire
Not only do we cater for wedding receptions, we also represent a number of corporate function bands, party DJs and party bands available to hire for a wide range of events and celebrations including anniversaries, birthday parties, corporate parties, Bar Mitzvahs and student summer balls. Our party DJs and live function bands cover every style imaginable from pop and indie / rock covers to jazz, soul, Motown and swing. Every one of our corporate bands has a wealth of experience performing at events ranging from business lunches, conferences and trade shows to evening cocktail parties, barbecues and garden parties; corporate entertainment is our speciality. As well as music for private parties, we also provide live entertainment for hotels, restaurants, pubs, clubs and festivals in every area of the UK including London, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Surrey and Hampshire. We've recently extended our reach to areas across the UK, for more info take a look at our Manchester wedding bands and Birmingham wedding bands.
Function Bands
A wide range of function bands, perfect for your evening’s entertainment. From Indie, Rock & Pop to Motown, Soul and more.
Jazz & Swing Bands
From 1920s Speakeasy to 1940s Swing; from Sinatra to contemporary pop with a twist, there's something for everyone.
String Quartets
We represent a number of highly talented string quartets & ensembles, perfect for your wedding ceremony and drinks reception.
Acoustic Music
Whether it's Classical, Folk, Pop or Indie you're looking for, you're certain to find the perfect acoustic band or solo performer at Bands For Hire
World Music
From Cuban and Latino to Bollywood and Mariachi, we've got all bases covered. Visit our world music page to be inspired!
Ceilidh, Folk and Country
Hire one of our Ceilidh or Country bands for the ultimate barn dance experience - guaranteed to get the audience on their feet!
Event Hire Services
Add an extra splash of creativity to your event with one of our recommended suppliers - from photo booths to light up letters.
Corporate Entertainment
A fun and sophisticated roster of unique live entertainment for corporate events, award ceremonies and parties.
Premier Party Bands
Take your event to the next level with one of our all-singing and all-dancing premier party bands.
My Enquiry List
Booking a Band
Here at Bands for Hire, we make booking a live band as easy as possible. Either select the type of act you're looking for from the top menu, or select your preferred genre from the list above.
From here you can listen to each act or continue to the act's profile page to view more details. If something catches your ear, simply press the enquiry button to send us an email or add the band to your enquiry list and enquire about all your acts in one go.
Why use Bands For Hire?
When looking for entertainment for your wedding day, party or special occasion, it's important to know that the band you've booked is going to be experienced and professional.
Searching the net can prove exhausting and you can never be 100% certain of a band's credentials. An entertainment agency like our own provides quality bands with a proven track record ensuring that your event runs smoothly.
We've been working in the entertainment business for 15 years and understand that everybody's requirements are different, so why not email us details of your event and let us find the right band for you.