The Luminescence
From £1650
Inimitable female vocals and stunningly accurate renditions of classic and contemporary party hits; The Luminescence are an absolute must...
The Matchsticks
From £1195
A high-octane indie-rock party band that offer a diverse selection of songs powered by electric vocals! The Matchsticks consist of three...
The New Tones
From £1395
The New Tones are a young and vibrant function band who offer a lively repertoire, enthusiastic performance and upbeat style to kickstart your event. The New Tones...
The Royals
From £5050 + VAT
The Royals truly are a tour de force offering an explosive live performance specialising in RnB, Soul and Hip Hop. Comprising of some of the top musicians in and...
The Super Rollers
From £2110
The Super Rollers present their own blend of blues, soul, indie, funk, reggae and rock 'n' roll from the 50s and 60s to the present day....
The Tricks
From £1545
Introducing The Tricks - London’s most prestigious function band, available to book for weddings, corporate functions, business awards ceremonies and more....
The Weekend Connection
From £1875
The Weekend Connection offer the perfect antidote to the working week with their exciting and energising collection of modern and classic...
Vibrance
From £1490
Vibrance are a sensational party band with oodles of charisma and style, guaranteed to kick the night off with a bang! With a variety of line-ups on offer, the band...
Young Hype
From £5850 + VAT
Meet Young Hype; a brand new kind of show band - fresh, talented, unique and buzzing with energy. Young Hype are an exciting group of young musicians and singers based...
90's Revival
From £2350
Hit rewind and let yourself be transported back to the 90s! An era of boy/girl bands, baggy clothes and grunge rock! 90s Revival are a faithful recreation of the...
The Freetones
From £2340
The Freetones are a dynamic female-led party band with an epic repertoire! Seasoned professionals in the events industry, this contemporary function band know exactly...
Unity
From £880
Luxurious vocals showcase the smooth and distinctive style of RnB in all its glory. Distinctive and impressive, Unity features three highly-talented vocalists whose...
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The Fiction
From £1350
The Fiction are a fun and entertaining 4-piece band performing popular songs from the past five decades. This talented and enthusiastic function and wedding band offer...
The Outta Sights
From £1285
Authentic 60s tribute band covering all the classics from the flower power era. The Outta Sights are four fab musicians that have crafted...
The Hits
From £995
Youthful 3-piece covering popular songs in their own unique style. The Hits are a lively three-piece band that plays a mix of old-school hits and modern pop covers...
The Vipers
From £1055
Firey & dynamic rock 'n' roll band. Strap on your dancing shoes and rock out with The Vipers, reviving the classic rock 'n' roll sounds of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s!...
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...
Derbyshire Wedding Band Booking Guide

Looking to hire a local Derbyshire wedding band but not quite sure where to start? Our team of live music experts have put together the following booking guide to fill you in on the basics, from the initial booking process to set up and logistics on the day.

How much do local Derbyshire wedding bands cost to hire?

At Bands For Hire, we only represent the very best wedding bands in Derbyshire, so you can rest assured of an exceptionally high-quality act. Our bands start from £1000-£1200 for a trio or 4-piece band with larger line-ups and options available.

What's included in the band's fee?

Every function band we work with has put together an all-inclusive package to cover everything you'll need on your wedding day. This will typically include two or three sets of live music, DJ playlists throughout the evening as well as musical equipment and lighting. Below is an example of the type of packages we offer:

  • 2 x 60 or 3 x 40 minute live sets to finish by midnight
  • Professional PA system (Speakers, mixing desk, amps etc)
  • High-quality lighting for the performance area and dance floor
  • DJ Playlists before, between and after live sets until midnight
  • Travel expenses
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • PAT test certificates

Many of our Derbyshire wedding bands offer a full package to include acoustic sets earlier on in the day and DJ sets in the evening, if this is something you're interested in please let us know and we'll put forward some suitable options for you to consider.

Do your Derbyshire wedding bands provide a DJ service?

All of our professional wedding bands provide free playlists throughout the evening reception to keep your guests dancing.

If you'd prefer something a little more interactive, many of our popular cover bands also offer the option to add a DJ service that involves a member of the band mixing tracks and taking song requests throughout the night.

How many musicians are there in a wedding band?

We represent an extensive range of UK wedding bands suitable for venues of every size. Whether you're looking for a high-energy indie rock band, a 4-piece band featuring keys and vocals or a larger cover band with a brass section, you'll find the perfect line up to suit your requirements.

Below are some of the most popular line-ups we offer:

  • 3-piece band: Lead Vocals/Guitar, Bass, Drums
  • 4-piece band: Vocals/Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums
  • 5-piece band: Vocals/Guitar, Keys, Bass, Sax, Drums
  • 5-piece: Male Vocals/Guitar, Female Vocals, Keys, Bass, Drums
  • 6-piece party band: Male Vocals/Guitar, Female Vocals, Keys, Bass, Sax, Drums
  • 7-piece soul band: 2 x Vocals, Keys, Bass, Drums, 2-piece horn section

What time will the band arrive to set up?

Our bands usually base their quote on a standard arrival time of approximately 5:30 pm/6 pm. If the band are setting up in a separate room to the meal and speeches, they'll be able to set up straight away. Otherwise, the band will usually wait until the meal and speeches have finished avoiding any interruptions.

What time will my Derbyshire wedding band start their sets?

Our wedding bands in Derbyshire are always happy to fit in with your schedule. As a rule, we recommend that the band starts no earlier than 8:30 pm/9 pm to avoid peaking too early on in the evening.

How long does a wedding band take to set up?

Function bands typically take about an hour to set up and sound check. If you've booked a large party band, you may need to allow between 90 minutes to 2 hours.

Will the band learn our first dance song?

Most wedding bands are more than happy to learn a first dance song, especially for your big day. We always recommend running your song request past us in advance if you have something particular in mind so that we can check the song is suitable for your band's line-up and style.

Most wedding bands include a song request in their quote, whilst some bands do charge a small fee to cover their studio and rehearsal time.

What type of music do Derbyshire function bands play?

Our function bands perform a broad and diverse range of party classics to cater for guests of all ages. That means a tried and tested set list of high energy party tunes covering everything from classic soul and Motown, 80s, 90s to contemporary indie, rock and modern pop.

Perhaps you'd like your wedding band to focus on a particular style or genre? At Bands For Hire, we represent a range of tribute bands as well as bands that pay particular to a specific genre such as indie, soul or Motown.

Where in Derbyshire do your wedding bands perform?

We represent a range of Derby wedding bands for hire across the region including Alfreton, Ashbourne, Bakewell, Barrow Hill and Whittington, Belper, Bolsover, Buxton, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Chesterfield, Clay Cross, Darley Dale, Derby, Dronfield, Dronfield Woodhouse, Eckington, Fairfield, Glossop, Hadfield, Derbyshire, Heanor, Ilkeston, Killamarsh, Langley Mill, Long Eaton, Matlock, and Melbourne.

You more information on the options available you may also like to check out our Derbyshire Bands For Hire.

How do I book a wedding band in Derbyshire?

Hiring a wedding band couldn't be easier with our super-simple booking process. Once you've found a band you love, simply fill out the enquiry form on their profile page to enquire. We'll then check availability and send over a bespoke quote for your event.

From here, our team will be on hand to answer any queries you may have. Once you're ready to book, simply drop us an email with your details, and we'll guide you through the rest of the process.

Derbyshire Wedding Entertainment Ideas

If you're organising a wedding in Derbyshire you may also be looking for live wedding music throughout the day. Along with our Derby bands, you'll also find a whole array of wedding entertainment ideas to cover your ceremony music, drinks reception and wedding breakfast. To see what's on offer, check out the links below or head over to our live wedding musicians page to get inspired.

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Derbyshire Jazz Bands

A wide range of Derbyshire jazz bands including trios, quartets and swing bands.

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Derbyshire Acoustic Bands

From low-key acoustic singers and duos to upbeat roaming bands, our acoustic acts are the perfect choice for afternoon wedding music.

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Derbyshire String Quartets

Make a grand entrance with one of our elegant wedding string quartets.

Why hire a Derbyshire 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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Bands For Hire Reviews
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The Overloads - AMAZING! The vocalist was incredible, guitarists & drums out of this world. Everybody at our wedding was blown away. Great band, great guys, would recommend them to everyone. Bands For Hire, again, professional service and James was excellent to deal with. If I ever have another event, Bands For Hire get me The Overloads. Cheers guys, you made my wedding day.

Graham, Wedding
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