Archive

Every article on the Encore blog — 271 posts from 2015 to 2026 and counting

2026

12 Apr How much does it cost to hire a wedding singer?
14 Jan Top Bridal Entrance Songs for 2026

2025

2024

26 Mar A Guide to Choosing the Right Wedding Band for Your Big Day
15 Mar Wedding Party Songs
8 Mar International Women’s Day: Survey, Webinar and Resources
7 Mar Spring Budget 2024: Self-Employed Musician Tax Calculator
4 Mar Top Tips for Hiring a Wedding Singer
26 Feb Wedding Band or Soloist? Deciding What’s Best for Your Wedding
23 Feb Top Trends in Wedding Band Music for 2024
21 Feb Unique Wedding Band Ideas
9 Feb How to Keep Children Entertained at a Wedding
8 Feb How To Save Money When Hiring A Wedding Band
31 Jan Top Evening Wedding Entertainment Ideas
29 Jan Wedding Entertainment Ideas for Every Budget
25 Jan How to Entertain Wedding Guests Between Ceremony and Reception
24 Jan Why You Need Singing Waiters at Your Wedding
22 Jan Classic Wedding Themes and Musicians
22 Jan The Ultimate Tax Return Guide for Musicians in 2024
12 Jan Indie Love Songs Playlist
10 Jan Liverpool Bands
9 Jan Wedding Rock Songs

2023

28 Dec Rustic Wedding Musicians & Themes
28 Dec Wedding Bands vs DJs
21 Dec Vintage Wedding Musicians and Themes
18 Dec Ultimate Guide for Booking a DJ
13 Dec The Best Vintage Bands
8 Dec Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Bagpiper for Burns Night
7 Dec Most Popular Wedding Songs
6 Dec Ultimate Wedding Entertainment Ideas
1 Dec Why Live Music Is Essential for a Good Christmas Work Party
1 Dec How to Choose Wedding Band Music
29 Nov New Years Eve Party Ideas
29 Nov The Famous Lyrics of Auld Lang Syne
17 Nov How much does it cost to hire a band?
7 Nov Sister and Brother Songs for Your Wedding Day
6 Nov Songs to Cut Your Wedding Cake To
6 Nov Unique 13th Birthday Party Ideas
3 Nov Perfect Piano Music for Your Wedding Ceremony
31 Oct Cheap Wedding Bands: The Pros and Cons
25 Oct Unforgettable House Party Entertainment Ideas
25 Oct Ultimate Christmas Party Playlist
23 Oct The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Festival Themed Party
20 Oct Alternative Wedding Entertainment Ideas
20 Oct Unique 60th Birthday Party Ideas and themes
19 Oct Incorporating Cello Music into Your Wedding Ceremony
16 Oct Choosing the Perfect Daddy Daughter Song for Your Wedding
13 Oct 18 Party Themes For Your 18th Birthday
12 Oct Unique 1st Birthday Party Ideas for Your Little One’s Big Day
11 Oct 18 Spooktacular Adult Halloween Themes
10 Oct 10 Engagement Party Ideas
9 Oct How to Plan a Birthday Party Checklist and Guide
6 Oct Ultimate List of 80s Party Ideas and Themes
5 Oct 40 Fabulous 40th Birthday Party Themes
2 Oct 12 Vibrant Caribbean Themed Party Ideas
2 Oct Timeless 1920s Themed Wedding Ideas
29 Sept 15 Ideas for a Elegant Bridgerton Themed Party
29 Sept How to Throw the Best Bohemian-Themed Party
28 Sept How to Throw the Greatest Great Gatsby Theme Party
27 Sept How to Choose the Perfect Party Music for Any Occasion
26 Sept 15 Unique Sweet 16 Party Ideas
25 Sept Planning to Propose? Unveiling the Top 14 Most Romantic Proposal Ideas
25 Sept 10 Unique Party Themes and Entertainment Ideas for Adults
22 Sept Unique Wedding Themes Ideas For Every Style
22 Sept Why Steel Bands Are The Perfect All-Year-Round Entertainment Choice
22 Sept Work Christmas Party Ideas for Every Budget
22 Sept Leaving Party Ideas for a Celebration to Remember
22 Sept How to Keep Guests Entertained at Your Wedding
22 Sept 35+ Best Songs for Signing the Register
22 Sept The Best Local Tribute Acts In Your Area
21 Sept The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Wedding Music
18 Sept The Ultimate 30th Birthday Theme Guide
15 Sept 25+ Beautiful Bagpipe Tunes for Funeral Ceremonies
12 Sept The Rise of DJ and Saxophone Duos in Modern Music
11 Sept 90s Themed Birthday Party Ideas
6 Sept Corporate Christmas Party Ideas for 2025
31 Aug How to Hire a Band for a Birthday Party
30 Aug How much does an average wedding cost in the UK in 2025?
25 Aug “How I got 75 bookings in 7 months using Encore”
23 Aug The Ultimate Party Band Booking Guide
18 Aug Top Songs You Need For A Party Band Playlist
16 Aug A Deep Dive Into Vintage Wedding Bands
10 Aug How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Wedding DJ?
8 Aug Busting Myths About Hiring Wedding Bands
31 Jul Party Band or Spotify Playlist? Why Live Music Triumphs Every Time
27 Jul Complete Guide to Common Mistakes Hiring a Wedding Band
26 Apr A Complete Guide to Booking Music for your Asian Wedding
21 Apr Celebrating Earth Day: How Encore Promotes Greener Gigs
14 Apr 5 Fun Live Music Ideas for a Cracking Coronation Party
13 Mar Over 1 in 4 UK Musicians Skip Meals Due to Cost of Living Crisis [Survey]
8 Mar International Women’s Day 2023: Celebrating the wonderful women of Encore
30 Jan Musician Tax Return Guide: Your Top Questions Answered

2022

18 May The Encore Community: 3 Things You Might Have Missed 🔎

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2015

10 Dec Interview with Godwine Choir
23 Nov Interview with Toby Holden
21 Oct Meeting Misha: The Face behind the Bass
5 Oct Review: Filthy Lucre on the money again
30 Sept Interview with Martin James Bartlett
24 Sept Interview with Toby Thatcher
17 Sept Encore meets Lawrence Power
24 Mar Interview with Amanda MacLeod
4 Mar Interview with Aditya Chander
18 Feb Interview with Ben Glassberg