Advice, guides and stories on hiring musicians and planning live music for weddings and events.
We’re delighted to have partnered up with Allianz Musical Insurance, the UK’s No.1 musical instrument insurer. They’re offering a special 20% discount for Encore musicians, so let’s find out more from Allianz, in their own words… Allianz Musical Insurance have been providing cover since the 1960s…
Hiring a string quartet is a great way to add style to your event. This guide covers everything you need to know about booking a quartet for your event.
Hiring a function band is the perfect way to add some energy to your event. Our guide covers everything you need to know about booking a fantastic band.
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 joyous; love, plus winter frivolity. We’ve put together this list of Christmas…
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 winners and celebrations, you need the perfect soundtrack to the evening—an…
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 breakfast to give you a good head start! Ideally, good wedding breakfast music…
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 included some clips from our Encore bagpipers to show you just what they can do.…
Ready to add another string to your bow? 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 violinists of Encore, to keep you informed, as well as inspired. So, whether you’re…
Encore's top pick of songs that are guaranteed to keep your wedding guests on their feet and dancing the night away!
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 be difficult. Here at Encore we’ve helped thousands of brides-to-be choose…
Looking for corporate entertainment ideas? Our expertly selected top 10 suggestions will ensure your event is a resounding success.
