Function Bands for hire in Nottinghamshire

Hire a function band in Nottinghamshire for your wedding, party or event. If you need to book a live band to keep your guests on their feet all night, look no further. Whether you like Ed Sheeran, The Beatles, or Louis Armstrong, we have everything you'll need. Choose from 360 of the best local bands right here.

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Hire VIP: The Ultimate Function Band Function band with Encore
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£1500 - £3375
Function bandSheffield

This international party band is made up of a collection of the highest quality professional session musicians and vocalists

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Hire Boogie Street Function band with Encore
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£1125 - £1500
Function bandLoughborough

Boogie Street are an award winning band in the East Midlands who have played hundreds of shows over the last 10 years together

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Hire The WonderWhys Function band with Encore
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Function bandChesterfield

The Go-To Party Band in the East Midlands and beyond-we've played The F1, MotoGP, Ally Pally, Cruises & even supported The Happy Mondays

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Hire The Ultimate Party Band UK Function band with Encore
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£1000 - £2100
Function bandChesterfield

The most versatile Party Band based in the Midlands: Soul, Motown, Disco, Rock, Indie, Pop, Pop Punk, Dance, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's 2000's

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Hire Miles Harlem Function band with Encore
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£1280 - £2450
Function bandNottingham

Guaranteeing to bring the fun, funk, and style! We offer a huge collection of your favourite soulful party songs in a current and fresh way!

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Hire Fat Cat Brass Function band with Encore
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Function bandBelper

Fat Cat Brass. A modern brass band like you've never seen before!

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Hire Deep Down Brass Function band with Encore
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£900 - £1625
Function bandDerby

The Midlands most exciting modern brass and drums group. All your favourite hits...reimagined!

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Hire Ibiza Project Function band with Encore
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£1250 - £2500
Function bandSheffield

Clubland party classics. Lights & Laser show. Professional DJ service. House/Ibiza/RnB/Hip-Hop/Rap/Rave/Pop & Rock mashups to blow you away!

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Hire The Groovy Cats Function band with Encore
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£1100 - £1900
Function bandNottingham

One of the most exciting wedding bands in the UK! We've played 700+ events and only had amazing reviews! Guaranteed to fill the dancefloor.

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Hire Little Lions Function band with Encore
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Function bandLincoln

3 piece wedding band with foot stomping folk anthems and floor filling classics

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Hire Ministry of Soul Function band with Encore
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From£1440
Function bandNottingham

Award winning 9 piece party band specialising in weddings and corporate events. Own PA and lights supplied as well as DJ if required.

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Hire Half Cut Band Function band with Encore
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£1125 - £1998.75
Function bandNottingham

We bring the show! One of the most requested function bands in the midlands and the UK today, Half Cut will make your party extraordinary!

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Hire The Goldleaf Duo Function band with Encore
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From£320
Function bandAlfreton

5* rated UK Acoustic wedding music & Party Duo, with a modern flavour. A unique setup fuses Male Vocals, Acoustic Guitars, and looped beats.

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Hire Lady Rose Duo Function band with Encore
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£500 - £1200
Function bandNottingham

Exceptional, Award winning duo Covering Pop, Soul, Motown,Reggae, Ska and Jazz from the 40s to present day!

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Hire The Bards Function band with Encore
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Function bandNottingham

A true dynamic duo! We’ll cater for your musical needs with years of experience in performing jazz, pop and rock classics!

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Hire The Minesweepers Function band with Encore
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£500 - £900
Function bandLincoln

The Minesweepers are a three piece function band with a set-list guaranteed to get your dancefloor buzzing! We have 20 years of experience.

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Hire Jacuzzisoup Function band with Encore
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£1250 - £1750
Function bandGrantham

The band everyone is talking about!

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Hire Cranberry Flick Function band with Encore
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£550 - £650
Function bandNottingham

Cranberry Flick are a 7 piece swing, jive, rhythm &blues band performing music in their distinctive vintage style.

FAQs about hiring Function Bands in Nottinghamshire

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What do function bands do?

Function bands perform live music at events, engaging audiences with diverse songs from various genres. They tailor their sets to fit specific occasions, encouraging guests to dance and participate. Function bands create memorable experiences by interacting with the crowd, offering customisation options, and ensuring a lively atmosphere. From weddings to corporate events, function bands enhance events with their musical expertise, making them popular choices for entertainment.

How many people are in a function band?

Most groups have a minimum of three members, and it increases from there. Most function bands are willing to adjust their size to fit your budget.

What styles of music can a function band play?

Function bands can perform various genres, including pop, rock, R&B, soul, funk, jazz, and even classical music. Their versatility allows them to cater to different audiences. From classic hits to contemporary chart-toppers, function bands tailor their repertoire to suit the crowd, making them a popular choice for most events.

Do function bands take requests?

Function bands will know a lot of songs, and if they don't know yours, they can learn it. Your booking may incur an extra fee as a result, but it will be well worth it to hear your favourite music played exclusively for you. A function band can gauge which songs will get people on the dance floor and which songs will change the mood, so give them your best music and let them give you a live performance that will keep the dancefloor filled.

How long do function bands play for?

Typically, function bands are hired for two one-hour sets or three 40-minute sets, with breaks of 15 to 30 minutes in between. As such, we advise to not look at hiring a function band during a wedding meal (if booking for a wedding). It's important to note, that your function band will also require around one hour for setup and soundcheck.

Do I have to pay for the band's travel?

With Encore, all fees (travel, VAT, and other expenses a musician may need) are included in the quote, making booking a function band simple. The only additional add-on fee is the optional Encore Cover package we offer which means on top of your Basic Protection (full refund in the unlikely event of a musician cancellation), you will also get a tailored replacement search, out-of-hours support, and if the replacement act is more expensive than the original musician booked, we’ll cover the cost. As such, you can have complete peace of mind you will have the perfect entertainment for you event. As with all musicians, the closer they are to your chosen venue, the lower the fees will be thus we always advise to consider local bands first.

Do bands need insurance?

All professional function bands should have PLI, and your venue may need it. PLI, or third-party insurance, is short for Public Liability Insurance. PLI insures damage to another person or their property that occurs during your event, for as if a guest trips over the band's amplifier. It's easy to find and book bands with PLI on Encore, as all our bands with PLI will be marked with a badge on their profile.

Will the function band provide all their own equipment?

Yes—most function bands will be fully equipped with their own PA system, music gear, and usually even lighting! Many will also provide a sound assistant, as well as a DJ service. A DJ service will keep the music going while the band take short breaks, but is also perfect add-on if you and your guests want to boogie into the far-reaches of the night!

What kind of performance should I expect from a function band?

Good question! There are essentially three types of function band performances: headline, background, and roaming. Headline bands are the most common; perfect for filling the dancefloor and getting the crowd moving. Background function bands are usually jazz bands—they can provide a great ambience for whatever event you might have in mind. Roaming bands are great for outdoor weddings or events where you want the band to get around to all the guests and provide a bit of audience interaction. Roaming bands are only possible as an acoustic act, so they come cord-free!

Hiring a Function Band in Nottinghamshire

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Popular genres:
Pop, Rock, Folk
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1 hour
Busiest times:
July, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Function Band in Nottinghamshire?

The typical price per group member for Function Bands is:
£Budget£220
££Pro£330
£££High-end£400+

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Recent reviews of our Function Bands in Nottinghamshire

“Excellent band, ”

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Matt hired Boogie Street for a Private event (available in Nottinghamshire)

“We booked Boogie Street for a charity gala dinner at The Belfry Hotel, great band - lovely people to deal with and sound great. Would definitely recommend. ”

13 July 2022
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Bethan hired Boogie Street for a Corporate event (available in Nottinghamshire)

“Really helpful and accomodating in terms of what we needed. The music catered for all age groups that were at the event and was very well received. Would highly recommend.”

11 December 2021
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Andy hired VIP: The Ultimate Function Band for a Corporate event (available in Nottinghamshire)

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