Hire Local Live Bands in Minehead for hire

An all English Barn Dance Band, the BS Ceilidh Band are a high energy English country dance band to give you the best dance ever. Their professional Caller will take you through the steps and choose dances for all ages and abilities along with a professional band with over 30 years Ceilidh experience that will get your feet tapping. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing.

The BS Barndance band are a fun band and the emphasis is about everyone having a great time and giving you a night to remember. A larger band is also available. ...show more

An all English Barn Dance Band, the BS Ceilidh Band are a high energy English country dance band to give you the best dance ever. Their professional Caller will take you through the steps and choose dances for all ages and abilities along with a professional band with over 30 years Ceilidh experience that will get your feet tapping. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area.

The BS Barndance band are a fun band and the emphasis is about everyone having a great time and giving you a night to remember.

The PR Quartet are a jazz quartet made up of tenor saxophone, piano, bass and drums from Somerset. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead. They play a range of jazz standards, blues and funk tunes for wedding, private parties, cafes, bars and larger live music events.

Their saxophonist, Paul, has years of experience from setting up a student funk band while at uni, to playing gigs throughout the south east of England including at the 144 Jazz Club in Rochester. He is now living in Somerset and playing with local big bands and part ...show more

The EJ Jazz Band performs songs from the Great American Songbook. Eileen’s vocal’s range from strong and passionate to delicate and intimate while the backing is smooth and sophisticated. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. All members of the band are professional musicians who have studied music at degree level.

The band has played at many weddings, parties, functions and corporate events. Their previous clients include: Coutts Bank, The Bath Festival, Bristol Zoo as well as many restaurants and jazz clubs throughout the ...show more

This band can offer all English Barn Dance, or Scottish Ceilidh, or Irish Ceilidh, or a misture also includng European music. Theirs is a mix of traditional British Folk Music with a modern dynamic, driving rhythm is ideally suited to Ceilidh dancing and Barn Dances. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing. The musicians Lynn , John and Mel have a history of playing in Ceilidh Bands in one form or another in the South East and South West. They have their own Resident Caller Debs , and their Sound and Lighting Engineer Mark, is well ...show more

Formed originally in 2000 this band have already made a huge impact with their exuberant blend of jump jive and swing dance music. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area. Hailed by ‘The Stage’ magazine as “one of Britain’s best ever party bands”, they have enjoyed great success at dance clubs and venues throughout this country and are building a loyal following amongst the jivers of Northern Europe.

The band’s music carries echoes of the great Louis Prima and Louis Jordan and they combine the energy of early rhythm and blues with ...show more

An all American Barn Dance Band, this band are the most fun you can have with country music! Perfect for Wild West parties, weddings and hoe-downs. Great live music is used for the charismatic 'Miss Dixie' to call fun and easy line dances, square dances and barn dances suitable for all. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead. Many happy clients including Centre Parcs, H M forces and many corporate and wedding clients including the Duke of Westminster. If you want a fun hoe-down, then this is the band for you. Line-up can include gui ...show more

This all-female band won hearts and popular acclaim around the counry at various clubs and Festivals. Their latest line-up features Debbie on(drums, tenor and alto sax, vocals, Gabriele (piano, vocals) and Rachel (guitar, banjo, vibes, vocals), Zoe (reeds, vocals) now heads this band, and Isabel (bass) completes the line-up. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

The Band is available as a Trio, Quartet or Quintet.

Always something going on, this band generates plenty of energy and enthusiasm, and is highly popular at j ...show more

The Band, in their 4 piece lineup, play jazz inspired by the music of the "classic" interwar years, with a creative energy that has become its hallmark. The band's skill, originality and phenomenal swing have excited audiences in clubs, theatres, dance halls and festivals throughout Europe, including those at the Edinburgh International Jazz Festival. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing.

The musicians are all well known, experienced and highly respected members of their profession. Most of them are also associated with their ac ...show more

The Band in their 6 piece lineup, play jazz inspired by the music of the "classic" interwar years, with a creative energy that has become its hallmark. The band's skill, originality and phenomenal swing have excited audiences in clubs, theatres, dance halls and festivals throughout Europe, including those at the Edinburgh International Jazz Festival. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area.

The musicians are all well known, experienced and highly respected members of their profession. Line-up includes trombone/guitar, clarinet/teno ...show more

This band play music for all kinds of Ceilidhs and Barn Dances. Venues played last year include an American Indian tepee, an Asian Indian tent, sailing clubs, hotels, barns and even a coastal fort which had to be accessed through its gun ports!. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead.

The current line up of musicians backs the caller with dance music on guitar, banjo, violin, mandolin, melodeon and percussion. They can also provide musical entertainment between dances with a variety of tunes and songs.

The band will have a gr ...show more

If it's a party you want, then this could be the band for you. They present a humorous, high energy set featuring the music of Louis Jordan, Cab Calloway and Louis Prima that was all the rage in the 1940's and early 1950's. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

The six piece band faithfully recreate a whole host of classic jump jive hits that had people rocking and rolling in the aisles years before Rock and Roll had been invented and the evenings is guarenteed to go with a swing.

Line-up is guitar, bass guitar,drums, saxop ...show more

This band is a two piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing. Between them they play an impressive array of acoustic instruments, and they are perfect for functions where budget or space is a consideration!

The duo will do their absolute best to meet your specifications, and will include "special" tunes for you wherever possible. The band's caller will guide you through the dances and make the evening accessib ...show more

This band is a three piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area. Between them they play an impressive array of acoustic instruments including fiddle, mandolin, banjo, button accordion, guitar, double bass, bass guitar, flute, bodhran, bouzouki and vocals!

The band will do their absolute best to meet your specifications, and will include "special" tunes for you wherever possible. The band's caller will guide you ...show more

The NJS Quartet are a group of four professional musicians from the south led by Sarah on sax, flute, clarinet and vocals. The band share a love of melodic, rhythmic jazz and enjoy pushing the boundaries of the idiom with both a variety of well known jazz favourites and more obscure choices. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead. Often billed as ‘Count Basie to Carole King’, the band enjoy a wide repertoire and appeal to audiences of all ages.

All musicians have worked on the music scene for many years appearing at a number of Ja ...show more

The TB are a lively wedding & events ceilidh/barndance band. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. Their musical genres range from traditional Irish, Scottish & English music; to popular Americana and modern Folk; plus re-imagined 'Live Lounge' style chart hits. The band consists of: Mandolin, Accordion, Guitar & Vocals; Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Vocals & Cajon Drum; Fiddle & Vocals. For larger events (especially weddings and festivals) they have a network of musicians, singers and callers who can add to their sound.
Their sets ar ...show more

The TB are a lively wedding & events folk band. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing. Their musical genres range from traditional Irish, Scottish & English music; to popular Americana and modern Folk; plus re-imagined 'Live Lounge' style chart hits. The band consists of: Mandolin, Accordion, Guitar & Vocals; Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Vocals & Cajon Drum; Fiddle & Vocals. For larger events (especially weddings and festivals) they have a network of musicians, singers and callers who can add to their sound.
Their sets are carefully t ...show more

The FS Band perform a range of music including Swing, music from the 1940s, Motown and Blues. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area. From Benny Goodman and Glenn Miller through to songs like Mr Bojangles & Bad Bad Leroy Brown plus foot stomping Blues, Jive & Jazz, they are the perfect group for your party! The band quoted here are a trio (photos show larger bands) but they do perform as any size from four to seventeen-piece. They can also offer a 1940s themed band in uniforms, please ask for details!

This is a vibrant and energetic jazz quartet comprising of experienced professional musicians, playing a wide variety of their interpretations of jazz standards (swing, Latin, bebop),cool jazz, The Great American Song Book, contemporary jazz and funk. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead.

The band have played at many restaurants, bars and functions. The Tomcats have the ideal sound to make a great atmosphere at any function, event or party.

Acclaimed for their uplifting, grooving show, this band bring together thrilling arrangements of European folk music and self-penned tracks to craft a diverse and explosive set. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. Fiddles, whistles, guitar, vocals, bass and percussion combine to show their folk, jazz, soul and world music influences with a clarity and maturity that has brought this lively group of young musicians a proliferate following.

The five-piece band come from across England, and share a wealth of musical experience – f ...show more

Acclaimed for their uplifting, grooving show, this band bring together thrilling arrangements of European folk music and self-penned tracks to craft a diverse and explosive set. Fiddles, whistles, guitar, vocals, bass and percussion combine to show their folk, jazz, soul and world music influences with a clarity and maturity that has brought this lively group of young musicians a proliferate following. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing.

The six-piece band come from across England, and share a wealth of musical experience – fr ...show more

This band are smooth, swinging Jazz group that showcases the breadth of talent and flair amongst the musicians. This repertoire can be tailor made for any occasion and features the tantalising charisma and amazing voice of Laura Collins. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area. All performances incorporate a vast array of genres and all pieces are reinterpreted with personality and originality.

Line up comprises of sax/flute, vocals, trumpet, bass, piano & drums.

Smaller or larger bands can be arranged.

The NR Swing Band play fantastic good-time music from the 40s onwards. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead. They are great at getting a crowd up and dancing and singing along with classics such as Reet Petite, Minnie The Moocher, Flip Flop and Fly, Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend and other swinging classics.

The NR Swing Band specialize in weddings, parties and many other functions. They wear zoot suits, retro ties and wing tip shoes.

They use only high quality equipment, provide a 600 watt PA (loud enough for most priva ...show more

The ME Jazz Band is a great band for any occasion. It offers the best in live jazz for your entertainment and delectation. The collective experience amassed by the current line-up includes top UK theme parks, cruise liners, major UK and European Jazz Festivals and Radio and Television broadcasts. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. Whatever they play, the major priority is to entertain the audience but to always maintain a high standard of musicianship and presentation.

Line-up includes trumpet, valve trombone & vocals/trombon ...show more

The MK Trio, with classic New York line-up of piano-double bass-drums, plays straight ahead jazz inspired by the music of writers Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin and the like who created what we know as "great American songbook". This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing. The trio perform with great energy guaranteed to generate a "feelgood" atmosphere at your event.

The RB Jazz Quartet performs classic vocal jazz and swing music featuring a wide range of repertoire from the Great American Songbooks, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole amongst many others! Italian born Rosanna studied with the renowned Italian Jazz singer Tiziana Ghiglioni and then moved to London to complete a Masters degree in Jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, graduating in 2010. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area.

While there, she met the pianist Gabriel, with whom she shared a great love of ...show more

The SG Band is a vibrant young jazz group featuring the best of London's young jazz scene, including players from some of the UK's leading Music institutions including The Royal Academy of Music, London. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead.

The band has a wealth of live experience within its line-up. Collectively having toured England, Ireland, Europe and Australia as well performing at some of London's top jazz clubs including Ronnie Scotts, The Bulls Head and The 606 Club.

The quartet line-up features the dynamic combinat ...show more

With over fifteen years of experience performing internationally, The SG Trio's personal and highly professional service is guaranteed to make any occasion memorable. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. With a unique and versatile repertoire of jazz classics and even personalised requests, their music is joyful, light and entertaining in equal measure.

Since 1995 the US Jazz Group have worked towards achieving a sound and repertoire which reflects the great Gypsy-swing and European musical traditions. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing.

Matt, Jonny and Dan originally formed the band through Brighton's jazz music circles and a shared passion for the music of Django Reinhardt and the contemporary Gypsy jazz scene.

Their commitment to performing live music of style and quality over the years has been consistent and much appreciated by many audiences and within many contexts ...show more

Professional, experienced and constantly in demand for its vibrant performances, this Quintet has only one desire - to make your event a success. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area.

This fabulous group will swing its way through the repertoire of Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat ‘King’Cole, Fred Astaire, Bobby Darin, Tom Jones and Nina Simone which blends surprisingly well with the more contemporary sounds of Jamie Cullum, Norah Jones and Michael Bublé. Line-up consists of Male or Female vocals, Keyboard, ...show more

Be sure that you've got a big dance floor because you'll need it when this band start playing!. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead. Over the years the band have played most of London's leading hotels (Waldorf, Park Lane, Berkeley, Langham Hilton, Grosvenor House, Lanesborough, Dorchester, etc), many Oxford and Cambridge Colleges, and elite venues around the country including Beaulieu Abbey, Hedingham Castle, Butley Priory, Spains Hall, Eltham Palace, the Middle Temple, Burghley House, Hassop Hall and many more.

Professional, experienced and constantly in demand for its vibrant performances, this Trio has only one desire - to make your event a success. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

This fabulous group - with its selection of songs from the Great American Songbook and beyond - will swing its way through the repertoire of Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat ‘King’Cole, Fred Astaire, Bobby Darin, Tom Jones and Nina Simone which blends surprisingly well with the more contemporary sounds of Jamie Cullum, Norah Jones ...show more

The JH Jazz Quartet have combined the classic sound of Parisian Hot Club with the swinging, sultry vocals of Sara Oschlag in a collaboration to play songs from the swing and big band era, show tunes and bossa novas. Their distinctive sound and captivating mix of tunes creates an ambience evocative of a bygone era. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing.

Ideal for weddings, corporate events and private functions, the quartet can be hired to provide either cool, relaxed background music, or lively, upbeat numbers for dancing.

Thi ...show more

The JH Jazz Trio's music of choice is a vibrant blend of Gypsy Swing, jazz standards and funky latin, all mashed up with some snappy arrangements and played from the heart. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area.

Infectious rhythms played on an all-acoustic line-up of two guitars and double bass make the JH Jazz Trio a suitable addition for any event.

Recapture the glamour of the golden age of the Las Vegas cabaret lounges with this fabulous live band. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Minehead.

The legendary heavyweights of entertainment - Bobby Darin, Sammy Davis Jr, Peggy Lee, Nat ‘King’ Cole, Frank Sinatra, Tom Jones, Dean Martin, Andy Williams, Tony Bennett, Louis Prima, Judy Garland, Louis Armstrong, Matt Monro, Ray Charles, Elvis and, of course, The Rat Pack - will be saluted in a session with this great band.

Line-up can vary from 6- 8 and features Vocals, Keyboard, ...show more

This band is made of up experienced jazz musicians from America, Argentina, Switzerland and England now all based in the north of England. They are ready to set a marvellous ambiance during your celebration, wedding, corporate event, birthday, anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah. Any party in Minehead would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

The most common line-up is a four piece with Drums, Bass, Piano and Vocals.

The HT Ceilidh Band are a professional ensemble who play for ceilidhs and barn dances all over the UK. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Minehead really swing. They are composed of professional musicians who have a passion for delivering a polished performance which is guaranteed to help your party, wedding or function go with a swing! They bring an experienced, competent (and patient!!) caller who can ensure everyone has a great time. The HT band have an extensive repertoire of English, Irish and Scottish tunes to keep you dancing all evening.

Originally,this ceilidh band (or Twmpath band) "happened" together in January 1993 when a string of old acquaintances had each received an invitation to the same wedding party. When this fact was realised, the idea was mooted to hold a few practices and stage a short ceilidh by way of a wedding present. The dance was a huge success, the scratch musicians were told that their sound worked a treat - and so a new band was born ! So the story goes. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Minehead , its local area.

The band line-up includes Guy who plays melode ...show more