Soul Town
From £2795
Reviving funk, soul and disco for the 21st century. Soul Town are a premier London funk & soul band with a wealth of experience performing at events across the UK...
Vintage Vixens
From £2095
Luxury jazz, blues, soul and pop vocal harmony group. Vintage Vixens are a vocal harmony group who have established a reputation for providing high-end entertainment...
The Pearlettes
From £775
Vintage female A Cappella & wartime vocal group. Embark on a nostalgic journey back to the golden era of swing with The Pearlettes! The fabulous close-harmony trio...
Usherellas
From £775
Glamorous vintage vocal trio performing a nostalgic set of retro classics. Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of yesteryear as Usherellas transport you to the...
Sunny & The Gang
From £5850
Stylish, soulful and infectious party band. Sunny & The Gang are an exhilarating showband delivering a fusion of R&B, hip-hop,...
The Divines
From £995
Harmonious and highly entertaining female vocal group. The Divines are a remarkable female vocal trio featuring impeccable three-part harmonies. This stunning trio...
Flares
From £2340
A throwback band covering contemporary pop with a 70s infusion. Step into a time machine with Flares and relive the mullets, sunglasses, and vintage vibes of the 70s....
Motown Green
From £4465
Turn up the soul and dial down the ordinary with Motown Green. Drenched in irresistible grooves and compelling melodies, Motown Green are your go-to ensemble for an...
The Houndogs
From £1350
Exhilarating, full-throttle rockabilly band. The Houndogs are the UK's premier rock 'n' roll band, delivering a high-octane performance that's been thrilling audiences...
The Atlantics
From £1375
Masters of indie, rock and contemporary classics. With over a decade of experience, The Atlantics are an authentic indie and rock band that know how to pack out the...
Tennessee Angels
From £1055
Authentic Country & Western band. The Tennessee Angels bring the spirit of Country and Western alive, immersing audiences worldwide...
Dream Pop
From £4450
Polished, perfected, highly professional party band. Dream Pop are an elite London function band, featuring a lineup of sensational musicians with impressive...
Bedfordshire Wedding Band Guide

If this is the first time you've hired a function band in Bedfordshire you're bound to have a number of questions. That's why our team of wedding entertainment specialists have put together the following guide so you can hit the ground running.

How much do Bedfordshire wedding bands cost to hire?

We represent over 100 wedding bands in Bedfordshire at various price points. You'll find typical fees for a 3-piece or 4-piece wedding bands range between £1000 and £1500. A number of factors can affect your end quote such as travel expense, additional hours on the road, set-up and finish times and the time of the year.

What's included in the wedding band's fee?

All of our Bedfordshire cover bands offer a full wedding entertainment package tailored specifically to wedding receptions. These typically include a sound system (speakers, amplifiers etc), a lighting rig for the stage area and dance floor, and free iPod music/DJ playlists between sets as standard. This means you'll have your whole evening covered without the need to hire a separate DJ after your band have finished.

Below is a brief outline of what you can expect from most wedding music bands in Bedfordshire:

  • Set up and soundcheck from 5:30 pm/6 pm
  • 2 x 60 minute or 3 x 40 minute live sets
  • DJ Playlists throughout the evening
  • Professional sound system (PA system, speakers etc.)
  • Lighting rig
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • PAT tested equipment

Most wedding bands in Beds base their quote on a midnight finish, however, if your venue offers a 1am finish time, please just let us know and we can quote accordingly for the extra time.

Do your Bedfordshire function bands provide a DJ service?

Whilst all of our live wedding bands include free playlists in their quote, a number of our bands also offer the option to add a professional DJ service for a small additional fee. This entails one of the band members taking requests on the night, interacting with your guests and mixing tracks on the night.

What type of music do wedding bands in Bedfordshire play?

At Bands For Hire, you'll find wedding bands that cover a diverse range of music that includes old school classics from every decade as well as contemporary pop and chart music.

With such a varied range of ages to cater for, it's vital to ensure there's a little something for everyone. That's why our live wedding music bands have spent years fine-tuning their setlists to create a high energy evening of music that's sure to get your guests dancing.

How many musicians are there in a Bedfordshire wedding band?

With over a thousand talented musicians on our books, we offer a diverse and select range of wedding bands to suit every occasion. From a lively and dynamic 3-piece indie rock band, to a pop covers band with additional keys, right through to a soul wedding band featuring male and female vocals, horn section, percussionist and choreographed dance routines.

Whatever budget you're working with, you'll find a covers band in Bedfordshire that meets your requirements.

What time will the band arrive to set up?

For evening wedding receptions, our bands typically quote to arrive from 5:30pm/6pm.

If the band are performing in the same room as your wedding breakfast and speeches, it's often a good idea to wait until the meal has finished before the band load-in and set up.

How long does a wedding band take to set up?

Most bands can set up in around an hour or so, although some larger bands or acts with a significant set-up may require longer.

How do I book a wedding band in Bedfordshire?

At Bands For Hire, we've made hiring a live wedding band in your local region a simple and stress-free process.

Once you've found your perfect wedding band, drop us an enquiry through the form on their profile page and we'll come back to you with price and availability.

From here, you'll be assigned one of our team to answer any questions you may have.

When you're ready to book, we'll just need to draw up a contract and invoice for a small deposit which can be paid by card or bank transfer.

Bedfordshire Wedding Entertainment

Along with our Bedfordshire bands for hire, we also offer an extensive range of professional wedding musicians, perfect for ceremony music and low-key afternoon drinks receptions. Check out our range of Bedfordshire string quartets, harpists and jazz bands below to get started.

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Why hire a Bedfordshire wedding band through us?

  • Over 20 Years experience in the events industry
  • Hundreds of 5 Star reviews across Facebook and Google
  • All wedding bands hand-picked by our team of experts
  • Dedicated member of our team assigned to your event
  • Professional contracts for your peace of mind
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