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The Roaming Horns

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About The Roaming Horns

A High energy, Acoustic & Fun Roaming band. We play all styles of music from New Orleans through to Pop, and we take requests.
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The Roaming Horns are a compact outfit packed full of fun energy and good vibes, ready to entertain! From New Orleans brass bands all the way through to the latest party songs these guys have got it covered. Happy to take requests to play your favourite songs, The Stray Horns are an ideal sprinkle of afternoon delights for your event.

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Claire M
4 months ago, for a Corporate event in Manchester
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5 out of 5

“We wanted something fun and memorable for our wedding entertainment, and The Strayhorns delivered in spades! Their upbeat, vibrant energy got everyone on their feet, from toddlers to grandparents. Best decision we made!” — Claire & Ben, Liverpool

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Martin J
4 months ago, for a Charity event in Liverpool
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5 out of 5

The Roaming Horns absolutely stole the show at our wedding! Their ability to move around the venue and interact with guests was incredible. It felt like a private concert with a party atmosphere. Everyone was talking about them for weeks!

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The Roaming Horns' Song list

1 - Twentieth Century Fox Theme (Bb)
2 - Y.M.C.A. (F)
3 - The Chicken (Bb)
4 - Don't You Want Me (A-)
5 - Faith (Bb)
6 - I Feel Good (C)
7 - Careless Whisper (D-)
8 - Lovely Day (E)
9 - Seven nation army (F-)
10 - Can't Take My Eyes Off You (E)
11 - Sweet dreams (C-)
12 - I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Bb)
13 - Tequila (C)
14 - Chameleon (Bb-)
15 - Teenage Dirtbag (E)
16 - I Wanna Be Like You (G-)
17 - When The Saints Go Marching In (F)
18 - Bourbon Street Parade (Bb)
19 - Shake It Off (C)
20 - The Bear Necessities (C)
21 - Great Balls Of Fire (F)
22 - Man, I Feel Like A Woman (F)
23 - Happy (F)
24 - (I've Had) The Time Of My Life
25 - My Girl (with Key Change) (C)
26 - Sledgehammer (Eb)
27 - Valerie (Eb)
28 - Brown Eyed Girl (G)
29 - Everywhere (C)
30 - Proud Mary (D)
31 - Ain't Nobody (Eb-)
32 - Smells Like Teen Spirit (E-)
33 - Sex On Fire (E)
34 - Sweet Caroline (Bb)
35 - All You Need Is Love (F)
36 - Looney Tunes (that's all folks!) (C)
Traditional Brass Band/Jazz
Bourbon Street - Traditional
Whoopin’ Blues - Louis Jordan
Joe Avery's Blues - Joe "Shot" Avery 
I'll Fly Away - Albert E. Brumley
Li’l Liza Jane - Traditional
King of the Swingers - Disney’s The Jungle Book 
Seven Nation Army - The White Stripes
The Bare Necessities - Disney’s The Jungle Book The Chicken - Jaco Pastorius
All of Me - Gerald Marks and Seymour Simons
On the Sunny Side of the Street - Jimmy McHugh 
L-O-V-E - Nat King Cole
When the Saints - Traditional
I Wanna Be Like You (JB) - Disney’s The Jungle Book Caravan - Duke Ellington
Summertime - George Gershwin
Watermelon Man - Herbie Hancock
I'm in the Mood for Love - Jimmy McHugh 
Chameleon - Herbie Hancock
Enjoy Yourself - Guy Lombardo / Prince Buster
When You're Smiling - Louis Armstrong
Take the A Train - Duke Ellington
Christmas
All I Want for Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey
Silent Night - Traditional Frosty the Snowman - Traditional 
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer - Traditional 
White Christmas - Bing Crosby
Winter Wonderland - Traditional 
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town - - Traditional 
Jingle Bells  - Traditional 
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen - Traditional 
Merry Christmas, Everyone - Shakin' Stevens

The Roaming Horns' Prices

Last updated: 2025

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Up to 1 hour£1500
Up to 2 hours£1875
Up to 3 hours£2500
Packages
Corporate event4 musicians
Perfect for your company party/celebration or even awards evening!
£2000
Drinks Reception 4 musicians
Perfect for your afternoon party, and fun for all the family. We play renditions of tunes of all styles, perfect for keeping your guests entertained after a ceremony and before the meal. Maybe e en parading guests between venues?! We can wait to hear your ideas!
£2000
Wedding ceremony and Drinks reception4 musicians
performance of up to 90 mins during your ceremony and drinks reception, split how you require!
£2000
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

The fact that we are mobile, fun and interactive. Perfect for family friendly entertainment!

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Members have performed at major venues in the country, including the royal Albert hall and Wembley Stadium!

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Every popular artist ever!

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Festivals and events all over the country!

Do you have different line-up options?

No, we are a 4 piece band. Our arrangements work for this lineup only.

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

As long as they’re not the difference between afternoon and evening, we’ll try to work with you.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

We are an acoustic band, and don’t carry a PA system.

How much time do you need to set up?

5 mins. We are very quick and mobile

Can you roam around while you perform?

Yes. That’s our entire USP!

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Yes, and we take requests on the fly.

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

No- we are. Wind powered, acoustic band. No power required.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Yes. We’ll give it our best brass band treatment!
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Marching, Jazz, Blues, Dixieland, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Swing, Covers, Funk, Disco, Top 40, Soul, Vintage, Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Pop rock
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Church service, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, New Year's Eve
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