What’s suitable
Here are some guidelines for choosing suitable live music for your event.
Filling your space
The music should fill your space with a rich sound — you don’t want the band to be swamped, but it shouldn’t dominate either. We can provide any size of group, from a soloist upward.
Creating atmosphere
It’s important to consider the atmosphere you want to create. Here are some ideas.
Sophisticated jazz
A jazz band adds a sophisticated touch. Consider:
- A jazz duo or trio in the background while you greet your guests, or during wedding photo sessions.
- A jazz quartet with vocals for receptions, cocktail parties or during dinner — add saxophone and drums for an after dinner party.
Mellow classical music
A classical ensemble creates a mellow atmosphere. Consider:
- A string quartet for receptions or during dinner.
- A flamenco guitar or a harp while you greet your guests.
Party music
A party band will get those feet tapping! Consider:
- A jazz band with vocals for a mix of swing, bossanovas and ballads.
- A salsa band for rich Latin rhythms.
- A funk and soul band for broad dancing appeal.
- A klezmer band for traditional European dance rhythms.
- A covers band for music from your favourite era.
- A steel band for a laid back Caribbean feel.
The Blues
The Blues is earthy and exciting and has broad appeal across age groups.
Urban impact
Modern Urban entertainment creates impact at a product launch or youth event. A Hip Hop crew could include:
- Human beatboxing
- MCs, rappers and scratch DJs
- Break dancers, graffiti artists and freestyle magicians.
Get individual advice from us
We can advise you best on an individual basis, because each event is unique — so please feel free to contact us.
