Picture this. Through the mist, a string quartet comes into view. The sweet sounds of Mumford and Sons come wafting over to your. The newlyweds come into view. Everyone goes wild! Bliss. You’ve nailed it. But...
“Put your shirt back on Dad…” It might be cheesy, it might be awkward, but it also might be one of the most special moments of your day. Thankfully, we’re here to help you find the...
Who doesn’t love a good old hymn at a wedding? Whether you want to appease your aged Aunt, create a traditional vibe on your special day or just have a good old sing-song, we’ve got just the thing for you. In...
One of the questions we’re asked most often is about the cost of hiring live musicians. Most people hiring live music have never done it before, so it can be daunting to wade through prices and quotes online when...
We’re up in the Highlands with this one, and have selected our top 10 bagpipe songs for a wedding! We’ve added some information about each tune, giving you a little backstory you may not have known before. We’ve also...
Hiring an orchestra for an event can be a daunting prospect for both newbies and experienced event planners alike. This guide will take you through everything you need to know to hire an orchestra for your...
Are you thinking about hiring a singer for a party or hiring a wedding singer? Encore is home to hundreds of versatile singers, and we’ve helped thousands of customers book sought-after singers for their events...
Are you curious about hiring a bagpiper for a wedding or private event but don’t know where to start? We’ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most often, complete with tips from some of our top bagpipers...
Are you curious about hiring a string quartet for a wedding, private event, or corporate function, but don’t know where to start? We’ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most often, complete with tips and...
Encore Band The Left Backs, were featured in the recent episode of the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow in Windemere broadcast last Sunday 21 Feb 2021. Max Lozowsky, the singer from the band, had saved an 1845 Louis...
Your guide to the world of civil ceremonies—a trove of ideas, information, and all the inspiration you’ll need to plan a marvellous musical marriage. When planning a civil ceremony, there are few key things to know to...
Wura Abimbola is a professional singer and leader of Gold, one of Encore’s top gospel choirs. Last month, she stunned judges and audiences with her incredible voice on ITV’s The Voice and made it onto Tom...
You’re obsessed, your Mum’s obsessed, your dog’s obsessed. We all love Bridgerto – and that music was something special, right? Well, why not have it at your wedding! We’ve compiled a list...
Planning an event online can be challenging. Whether it’s a corporate event, virtual team building or you just want to make that birthday Zoom call extra special – adding some entertainment is the perfect way to...
Suddenly, it all goes silent. “Please stand for the entrance of the bride”. Everyone glances excitedly over their shoulders. The music begins, and then she appears… The entrance of the bride is one of the highlights...
From Bach to Nicola Benedetti, violinists are the timeless choice to provide class and entertainment for weddings, corporate events and parties. With a wealth of violinists for hire out there, making sure you book the...
Hiring an orchestra for an event can be a daunting prospect for both newbies and experienced event planners alike. This guide will take you through everything you need to know to hire an orchestra for your...
Hiring an incredible wedding band is the perfect way to guarantee your guests will be dancing all night long. From Michael Jackson to Bruno Mars to Rock n Roll, there are so many different types of bands for your big...
Are you hoping to hire a wedding pianist or looking for a solo pianist for hire but don’t know where to start? We’ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most often, guiding you on how much a pianist for a...
Are you curious about hiring a function band for a wedding or private event but don’t know where to start? We’ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most often, complete with tips and inside knowledge from some of...
Are you curious about hiring a string quartet for a wedding, private event, or corporate function, but don’t know where to start? We’ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most often, complete with tips and...
Have you had visions of walking down the aisle or sipping champagne delicately to the shimmering sound of a harpist serenading you, but you aren’t sure how to go about finding one? This comprehensive guide to...
Are you thinking about hiring a singer for a party or hiring a wedding singer? Encore is home to hundreds of versatile singers, and we’ve helped thousands of customers book sought-after singers for their events...
It’s the same story for most people who book a mariachi band… You want to book some live music for your event, but you’ve seen it all before. You’ve danced to pop bands, been serenaded by string quartets...
Are you curious about hiring a guitarist for a wedding or private event but don’t know where to start? We’ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most often, complete with tips and inside knowledge from some...
