Wedding Bands for Hire in Basingstoke

The Basingstoke area has a wide selection of wedding bands performing everything from pop and rock to soul, funk and jazz. Many live wedding bands in Basingstoke regularly perform at wedding venues, hotels and countryside locations.

A live band helps create the atmosphere for the evening reception and keeps the dance floor busy throughout the night.

Basingstoke has a wide range of professional wedding bands performing at hotels, barns and countryside venues across the region. Live music is a popular choice for evening receptions and helps create a lively atmosphere once the formal parts of the day are finished.

What types of wedding bands are available in Basingstoke?

Couples in Basingstoke often book pop and rock party bands, soul and funk bands, indie rock bands, acoustic bands and jazz groups. Some couples also book acoustic musicians for the drinks reception before the evening band performs.

How far in advance should we book a wedding band in Basingstoke?

For popular summer weekends it is best to book as early as possible. Many experienced wedding bands are booked 12 to 18 months in advance, especially for Friday and Saturday weddings between May and September.

How much does it cost to hire a wedding band in Basingstoke?

Most wedding bands in Basingstoke start from around £850 to £1,000. Many bands fall between about £1,200 and £2,000 depending on the number of musicians, performance time and travel distance.

What is included when hiring a wedding band?

Most bands provide two live sets in the evening, their PA system, basic lighting and music between sets. Many bands also include one special request such as a first dance song. Extras such as early arrival or a DJ service may cost extra.

Do wedding bands travel to venues around Basingstoke?

Yes. Many weddings take place across Basingstoke, so most bands are used to travelling to nearby venues and countryside locations. Travel costs are normally included in the quote or listed clearly when you enquire.

Do bands perform at wedding venues near Basingstoke?

Yes. Wedding bands regularly perform at venues across the area, including places such as Oakley Hall, The Barn at Avington and other hotel and countryside venues. Bands are used to setting up equipment in reception spaces, marquees and function rooms.

Can wedding bands perform outside?

Some bands can perform outside for ceremonies or drinks receptions if the venue allows it. Bands normally require a flat covered area, access to power and protection from rain and direct sunlight.

What if our venue has sound restrictions?

Some venues have sound limiters or volume rules. Most experienced wedding bands are used to performing within these limits and can adjust their equipment if needed. It is always helpful to tell the band about any restrictions before booking.

How long do wedding bands perform for?

Most bands perform either two 45 minute sets or two 60 minute sets in the evening. Some offer a single 90 minute set instead. This usually covers the main part of the evening party.

Can the band learn our first dance?

Yes. Most wedding bands are happy to learn one special request such as your first dance if they are given enough notice before the wedding.

Can we request certain songs?

Most bands are happy to receive a list of songs you would like to hear and songs you would prefer not to hear. The final setlist is usually chosen by the band on the night to keep the dance floor full.

What music plays between the band's sets?

Most bands provide playlist music through their PA system before the live sets, during breaks and after the final set. Some bands also offer a full DJ service for an additional fee.

Can we book music for earlier in the day?

Yes. Many couples book acoustic musicians or smaller lineups for the ceremony or drinks reception before the evening band performs.

Can we see the band perform before booking?

Most wedding bands perform mainly at private events, so it is usually not possible to see them live before booking. Couples normally watch videos, listen to recordings and read reviews from previous clients.

What time do wedding bands arrive and finish?

Most bands arrive in the late afternoon or early evening to allow time for setup and soundcheck. Live music at many venues finishes around midnight, although some venues may require an earlier finish.

Do we need to provide anything for the band?

Bands normally bring their own equipment but may ask for nearby parking, access to power and a hot meal if they are on site for several hours.

Our local wedding bands are selected by invitation only, and all are highly recommended by previous clients based on several factors, including quality, professionalism, punctuality and the ability to get wedding guests dancing.

At FixTheMusic, wedding bands provide quotes directly to you – FixTheMusic is free for event planners to use. You can submit an enquiry to get offers directly from our hand-picked professional wedding bands in the local area.

You are always in direct contact with bands via our messaging system. When you've made your choice, you can book and pay securely on FixTheMusic.

Members of our live wedding bands have trained at some of the most renowned performing arts universities in the UK, including the Guildhall School of Music, The Royal Northern College of Music, the Royal College of Music, the Royal Academy of Music and the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama.

Our wedding bands have performed at notable venues in Basingstoke, including Audleys Wood Hotel, The Hampshire Court Hotel, Barton's Mill Pub and Dining, Weybrook Park Golf Club, Beechdown, Basingstoke Country Hotel, Sherfield Oaks Golf Club and Tylney Hall.

As they are in such high demand, many of our wedding bands already have bookings up to two years in advance at some of the venues above.

Bands on FixTheMusic have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment.