Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Our York wedding bands play all the best pop, rock and Motown music to get your guests on the dancefloor!
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The Mobiles are a completely unplugged roaming band featuring sax - they'll wander around your event playing golden oldies as well as fresh hits, bringing an intimate, one-on-one performance to your guests.
Adaptable duo suitable for either acoustic background music or the evening party, playing a timeless mix of songs through the ages.
Vibrant steel band playing the sounds of turquoise seas, sunshine and swaying palm trees! Huge repertoire of traditional Caribbean music as well as reggae and pop from The Beach Boys to Bruno Mars. Available in larger line-ups.
Add some spice and a ray of sunshine to your event with this West Midlands-based steel pan band serving up a lively taste of the Caribbean! The band’s song list includes a colourful mix of reggae and modern styles.
North East based duo featuring male vocals, keys & guitar, and perfect for wedding ceremonies, dinner and background music. Option to add backing tracks for evening entertainment and DJ service available.
Performing a high-quality range of songs from pop and indie to swing and rock, The Records are determined to keep your dancefloor packed from start to finish!
Elegant and dynamic jazz band with a classy repertoire of jazz standards with an optional female vocalist if desired. Smaller and larger instrumental ensembles are available to cater for the setting.
Experienced male-fronted party and wedding band with a fantastic live show and a song list covering rock and pop music from The Beatles and Elvis to Ed Sheeran and Adele.
High-energy 80s show reviving the decade’s biggest hits, thrilling crowds with nonstop music and unforgettable party vibes!
Electrifying party band delivery a wild mix of pop, rock, and indie gems of classic and modern hits, guaranteeing a packed dance floor. Plus, they'll even switch it up with a Mumford-style set for that extra unique vibe.
Accomplished and highly sought-after UK vocalist, known for her electrifying tribute to Whitney Houston, with an extensive career spanning from royal performances to festival stages and chart-topping gospel arrangements.
Midlands-based 3-piece rock and pop band offering a jam-packed blend of styles spanning multiple decades and genres. Acoustic sets and DJ service also available.
Powerful band featuring male vocals, piano and loops to create a huge live sound. The band play floor-filling anthems from the 1960s to the present. Booking options include acoustic duo and DJ service.
Good Bad and The Ugly Country Band
Good, Bad, and The Ugly Country Band are a sensational showcase of timeless country melodies that will have you clapping, tapping, and boot-scootin' your heart out.
Paying tribute to the king of reggae, The Magic of Marley are an unrivalled, dynamic band that bring Bob Marley's hits to life like never before.
The Heartbreakers Duo are a versatile duo available to hire for all kinds of events, playing a wide variety of acoustic arrangements of classic & contemporary songs from Adele to The Killers & more!
Highly-accomplished female singer/guitarist playing an impressive mix of classic and modern hits by artists including Fleetwood Mac and Adele. Natalie uses a vocal harmony pedal to give her performances more depth, creating a full and original sound.
Latin flavour to soul, funk, pop and reggae classics, as well as hip-shaking Buena Vista salsa and Latin jazz/soul favourites! Ideal for filling dancefloors, or to add cool, background sophistication.
This in-demand Midlands wedding band have played at the NEC and O2 Arena and feature male and female vocals and 5-part harmonies. Expect pop, rock, indie, soul, funk and disco party anthems.
Electrifying and full of nostalgia, this ultimate tribute band delivers a high-energy 80s party experience packed with all your favourite hits and unforgettable entertainment!
York is overflowing with musical talent of all styles and genres and our roster of bands reflects that.
Whether you and your guests want to sing your heart out to pop, rock and indie classics on the dancefloor, get down to some soul and Motown or shimmy the night away to our Latin and World bands, we have the musical solution for you!
As well as party performers, we have beautiful string quartets, exquisite jazz groups, solo wedding singers, tribute acts and brass bands to give your day a special edge.
Whatever style you're looking for, we're pretty sure we've found it!
With with its narrow medieval streets and Gothic cathedral, York is a romantic setting for a wedding, and is host to a treasure trove of historic wedding venues.
A few venues where our bands perform regularly include: The Grand Hotel and Spa, York Racecourse, Middlethorpe Hall, The Merchant Taylors' Hall and The Principal York.
Other York venues we like are: The Judge's Lodging, The Hospitium, Grays Court and The Royal York Hotel.
All our bands are fully self-contained with their own PA sound system, microphones, backline amplifiers and instruments. This works really well for most marquee or indoor weddings.
Let us know if you're expecting more than 250 guests, so we can check whether the act’s system is large enough.
Most bands will also bring lighting for both the stage and dancefloor.
Check the act's individual profile for more details and optional add-ons to enhance the show!
Most bands will be happy to learn and perform your first dance request – provided they think they can arrange it for their line-up and do it justice!
Check the act’s profile to see what they can offer and if they can’t do it live, they could just play it through their PA system using Spotify or an mp3 player.
Definitely! We have background musicians performing a range of genres suitable for your wedding ceremony, afternoon drinks reception or wedding breakfast.
For more formal gatherings, consider a string quartet or harpist.
For more casual affairs, acoustic duo and trios and solo entertainers can help break the ice and get guests mingling.
We have York function bands in every genre, from jazz groups and string ensembles to brass and drums bands, soul and Motown bands and everything in between.
Take a look at our Latin and World section for something a little different. Or treat your guests to a tribute act to your favourite artist!
There are lots of ways to keep costs to a minimum with your musical entertainment on your wedding day.
Using the same musicians throughout the day, from ceremony to dancefloor, can help to save on travel costs.
Lots of our York bands offer musicians that can provide music at your ceremony, throughout an afternoon reception and into a larger dance party set up in the evening.
Take a look at each listing for acoustic background music provided by the same musicians.
Equally, hiring a local band for your occasion will help to cut travel and accommodation costs.
Lastly, bear in mind bands often offer reduced
rates foor winter and midweek bookings.
Our brides and grooms in York and throughout the county tell us why they chose their wedding band and how live music made their evening party. Read more local wedding stories on our blog.
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Function Central provide York bands, DJs and entertainers for events throughout the UK and internationally. We're the leading local wedding music booking agency, with 5 star rated customer service, unbeatable prices, secure contracts and outstanding quality.
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