Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
The most exciting party bands for hire in Bedfordshire and the surrounding counties, at a price you can afford! Playing covers from rock, pop, soul and Motown to jazz, swing and ceilidh, you're guaranteed to find your ideal music.
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With instruments and lighting covered in crystals, The Rough Diamonds are innovating live entertainment and raising the bar for luxury events! This is a showband with stage presence and wow factor like its never been seen before!
Exciting party band playing upbeat, danceable rock & pop hits by artists ranging from Prince and Elvis to Coldplay and The Weekend.
Exhilarating 6-14 piece party band featuring stunning male and female vocals and offering optional horns, playing accurate renditions of modern and classic hits.
Mixing oompah versions of your pop favourites with traditional Bavarian music, this German-themed band promise heaps of fun and a lot of Lederhosen!
Impressive and electrifying, this band features one of the largest function band line-ups in the business, ranging from 11 to an epic 18-piece ensemble, and guarantees a high-energy show packed with soul, funk, and pop classics.
Energetic ceilidh, folk and barn dance band, playing everything from Irish, English and Scottish classics through to old-time American and classical piano. The band also come with the option of adding a caller to your booking. Only available within 100 miles of Cambridge.
Dance your way through a decade of 80s pop with this high-end 80s tribute band! Incredible visuals and a huge sound. Additional musicians available.
A premium function band that boasts an extensive collection of popular chart hits and offer additional vocalists, a dynamic horn section and soothing jazz background music for a complete musical experience.
The finest party and wedding band performing rock, indie, R&B and chart music with charisma and energy! Hire the band’s DJ service for a seamless night of music.
Exceptional all-male London 3-piece band, who've supported The Kooks, delivering hits from the 80s, 90s, 00s and beyond! DJ service and afternoon acoustic sets available.
From pop favourites and feel-good funk to afrobeats and updated jazz classics, The DBs turn the traditional brass band format on its head and drag it kicking and screaming into the 21st century!
Explosive and energetic Cuban band fronted by a fantastic female vocalist. One of the finest bands representatives of Cuban son, Latin and salsa music in the UK today!
High-energy five-piece pop-rock band bringing epic live music, dance-floor fillers, and unforgettable vibes to any event!
An unstoppable group of soulful musicians bringing you the finest pop, R&B, soul and dance tunes from across the decades with their show-stopping vocals and energetic, engaging performances.
With vibrant stage shows and a skillful mix of classic cover band tracks and more far-out versions of numbers not often attempted by other bands in the industry, Paradise offer DJ-style mixes to their live performances to keep your guests partying.
Looking for the party of a lifetime? With over a thousand live performances at corporate events, parties and weddings worldwide, The Starlighters guarantee a night to remember! Additional musicians, live DJ and afternoon background sets also available.
Hugely experienced musicians from successful, original artist bands, Night Owls can perform a range of Pop, Rock, Indie, Britpop, Soul, Motown and Disco for your event.
Your go-to acoustic roaming band for a dose of blues and charisma. These guys take your all-time faves and sprinkle 'em with some bluesy magic, making them sound like nothing you've ever heard before.
Transport your event back to the golden-era of music with the must-have 50s and 60s band, The Honeydrops.
Bust a move to the coolest classics and the freshest new sounds – The Recollections comprise accomplished West End singers are backed up by a ridiculously talented collection of session musicians, who have performed hundreds of events together.
Across its sprawling valleys and tree-lined hills, Bedfordshire is home to some of the UK's most accomplished musicians - of every style.
With artists as varied as Tom Grennan and Rachel Nicholls calling the county home, there really is no limit on the musical styles available for your event.
Our experts have selected the highest quality bands in Bedfordshire from both classical and contemporary styles to put on the perfect entertainment for your occasion and celebration.
We specialise in Bedfordshire party bands playing upbeat rock, pop and soul music from the 50s to the present day – these are the most popular genres for parties, corporate events and weddings.
But if mainstream isn't your thing, we also have Latin, ska, ceilidh and jazz bands. If you love the sounds of Motown, R&B and big brass sections how about hiring a soul band?
For something more original, book a brass band.
If you’re not sure what would work best for your event, get in touch with one of our experts, and we’ll find the perfect entertainment for you.
This page is dedicated to party bands, but we can also provide musicians during the earlier part of your day, not just at your evening reception.
For a wedding ceremony, you could hire one of our string quartets. For the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail party and drinks receptions, we can provide classical guitarists and pianists.
For a summer garden party or outdoor event, our steel bands and Dixieland jazz bands in are much in-demand!
All of our bands will come fully equipped for your event, though it's 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 3 x 3 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 not essential.
Our bands have played all across Bedfordshire and accompanied celebrations at venues such as Great Denham Community Hall, Luton Worship Centre, Shortstown Village Hall, Aspley Guise Village Hall, Bedford Town FC, Quality Skyline Hotel, Stagsden Village Hall, Clophill Village Hall, The Hightown Club Luton, Steppingley Village Hall, The Gran Hall, Creasey Park Community Football Centre, Cauldwell Community Centre, The Chellington Centre and Tempsford Stuart Memorial Village Hall.
We love to arrange bands for your private events that you're hosting in your own space as well, so let us know any ideas you have for celebrating and we'll find the perfect band to fit your occasion.
From north county to the south, we've enlisted talented musicians that can put on the perfect entertainment for your event.
Before you book more musicians for afternoon background music, check whether members of your band can provide this – it'll save you additional costs, such as travel.
If you haven't yet set your event date, consider booking a midweek or winter date to take advantage of the most competitive rates.
Always consider hiring a band from your local area, to save on travel and accommodation costs. We have bands based in most major towns and cities across the UK.
Function Central are a leading covers band booking agency, with outstanding acts, unbeatable prices, secure contracts and 5 star rated customer service. Our Bedfordshire musicians, bands and DJs are available for events throughout the UK and internationally.
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