Are you curious about hiring a string quartet 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...
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...
Encore Musicians Stories is a blog series where we explore some of the backgrounds behind Encore’s top performers. With another successful Notting Hill Carnival just passed, we interviewed steel pannist Thomas...
If you are planning an awards ceremony, getting the entertainment right is crucial. Live music can be a fantastic way to take your evening to the next level. In amongst the excitement of your special guests, prize...
We all know that music sets the mood at any event. And even more so at a wedding breakfast, where the mix between music and conversation is key. So, we’ve put together our top 10 background music ideas for a wedding...
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...
Make sure you’ve got your rosin handy, because in this post we’re looking at our top 10 violin songs for a wedding! We’ve also added a bit of information about each song, as well as accompanying videos from the talented...
Summer is just around the corner! So check out our top 10 music ideas for a summer party to get you started.
Need a hand picking the right live music for your wedding reception? You’ve come to the right place. Your reception is the perfect time to relax over a few drinks with your friends before but getting the music right can...
Christmas is truly a special time of year—even more so if you’re planning on having your wedding during the festive season! When planning songs for a Christmas wedding, you’ve got to try and mix the romantic with the...
Encore's top pick of songs that are guaranteed to keep your wedding guests on their feet and dancing the night away!
Planning for your corporate entertainment, but all out of ideas? We’ve put together a list of our top 10 corporate entertainment ideas to get you started!
Planning an outdoor wedding but not sure what music would work best? Here are our 10 top choices.
Get some inspiration for your wedding with this list of 10 unique first dance songs!
If you're having a music festival themed wedding, consider this your one-stop guide!
From Bach to Nicola Benedetti, throughout the ages violinists have been the go-to musicians to provide excitement and class to weddings, corporate events and parties. But making sure you book the right violinist can be...
Hiring an Orchestra for events can be a daunting prospect for both newbies and experienced event planners and music bookers. This guide will take you through everything you need to know to hire an orchestra for your...
Hiring an incredible live band for your wedding reception is the perfect way to guarantee your guests will be dancing all evening long. For most couples, it’s the first time booking live musicians, so knowing...
Are you curious about hiring a pianist 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 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 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...
Have you had visions of walking down the aisle or sipping champagne delicately to the shimmering sound of a harp, but you aren’t sure how to go about finding one? This comprehensive guide to booking a harpist will...
Are you thinking about hiring a singer for an event or a wedding, but don’t know where to start? Encore is home to hundreds of singers, and we’ve helped thousands of customers book excellent singers for...
So, you want to book some live music for your event, but you’ve seen it all before. You’ve danced to pop bands, meditated to string quartets, bopped to jazz trios, as well as everything in between. But, you want...
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...
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