Hire Wedding Bands in Ipswich
With its historic charm, riverside venues and beautiful nearby countryside, Ipswich is a wonderful place to celebrate your wedding. From elegant receptions at boutique hotels to rustic barn parties, live music can transform your event.
At FixTheMusic, we make it easy to find and hire professional wedding bands in Ipswich. You can browse acts that fit your style, listen to live videos, compare quotes and book securely online. Whether you’re planning a relaxed countryside gathering or a glamorous evening by the marina, you’ll find the perfect soundtrack here.
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Most of the musicians have studied at the finest performing arts universities in the country, such as The British and Irish Modern Music Institute and Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, as well as prestigious classical music universities such as the Royal College of Music and Guildhall School of Music & Drama.
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FAQ About Hiring a Wedding Band in Ipswich
When should we book a wedding band in Ipswich?
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for weddings between May and September. Ipswich wedding venues are popular with couples from across the region, and the best local bands tend to fill their calendars quickly.
What types of wedding bands can we hire in Ipswich?
You’ll find everything from acoustic duos and jazz trios to lively party bands, soul ensembles and rock groups. Some specialize in vintage or indie styles, while others focus on modern pop hits that keep the dance floor full all night long.
Do Ipswich wedding bands provide music for the entire day?
Yes. Many bands offer packages that include music for your ceremony, drinks reception and evening party. For example, a solo acoustic guitarist could perform during the day, followed by the full band later in the evening.
Do wedding bands bring their own equipment?
All professional wedding bands provide their own instruments, microphones, and PA systems. They’ll also supply basic lighting. If your venue has volume restrictions, such as a noise limiter, the band can bring a quieter setup to stay compliant.
Are there popular wedding venues in Ipswich that accommodate live bands?
Yes, venues such as Seckford Hall Hotel, Hintlesham Hall, and The Tudor Barn Belstead are known for hosting live music. Each provides plenty of space and facilities for bands to set up and perform comfortably.
How long will the band play for?
Most wedding bands perform two hours of live music, typically divided into two or three sets. You can discuss the running order directly with the band and tailor it around speeches, dinner, and your first dance.
Can the band perform our first dance song live?
Yes. Most bands will happily learn your first dance song at no extra cost. Just share your chosen track a few weeks before the wedding so they can prepare and rehearse it properly.
How much does it cost to hire a wedding band in Ipswich?
Costs vary depending on the size of the band and how far they travel. Smaller acts start around £900, while larger or premium bands might charge £1,800–£2,500. All prices on FixTheMusic include transparent quotes so you can easily compare options.
Can we see the band perform before booking?
Most wedding bands play private events only, but you can watch videos, listen to demos, and read reviews on their FixTheMusic profiles. Some may occasionally perform at public events or festivals. Just ask if any are planned.
Will there be background music during breaks?
Yes. Most bands offer a complimentary playlist service between sets, often referred to as a “laptop DJ” setup. If you’d like continuous entertainment, you can also book a professional DJ to play after the band finishes.
Can the band perform outdoors?
Yes, if the weather allows and there’s a covered area with power access. Outdoor performances are especially popular at barn venues or garden receptions around Ipswich and the surrounding countryside.
Do we need to provide food and drinks for the band?
It’s not mandatory, but it’s standard etiquette to offer a hot meal or access to the buffet, along with soft drinks. Most bands will be at your venue for several hours, so it’s a thoughtful gesture that keeps them fueled for a great performance.
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About FixTheMusic
FixTheMusic is a secure platform for hiring amazing professional wedding bands and musicians anywhere in the world. And it's completely free to use.
Founded in 2015 by two brothers who share a passion for great live music, FixTheMusic is a new way to find and book hand-picked bands for weddings, private parties, corporate events and charity events.
FixTheMusic is free to use – the price you agree with musicians is the price you pay.
We really hope you enjoy using FixTheMusic. If you have any feedback for us, please get in touch. Otherwise, read more about FixTheMusic, browse our FAQs or read our blog to find helpful articles, research, insights, definitive guides and much more!
As professional musicians, we realised how difficult it can be for event planners to find and book musicians for their event. So we decided to make it easy.
With FixTheMusic, all you need to do is tell us what you’re looking for and our system does the heavy lifting to get you offers from our carefully curated selection of amazing musicians.
We make it simple and secure for you to connect directly with the best musicians across the globe so you can book live music for any event within minutes.
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FixTheMusic is proud to have provided live music for numerous charity fundraising events, including for London's Air Ambulance, WWF UK, The Zoological Society of London, Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, The Royal British Legion, Shelter, The Genesis Research Trust and The Pituitary Foundation.
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Beyond the UK, FixTheMusic has helped clients find amazing local musicians and book UK-based bands for destination weddings and events as far afield as Cyprus, France, Malta, Monaco, Ibiza, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands, Iceland, Finland, Poland, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Guinea, India, Israel, the Dominican Republic, Singapore and China.
We are the world's leading specialists in providing outstanding bands for weddings in France, Italy, Greece (and the Greek islands, especially Santorini), Spain, Portugal and Croatia.
We have ambitious plans to grow internationally over the coming years — we want FixTheMusic to be the first port of call for discovering and booking outstanding local musicians throughout the world.
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FixTheMusic was a finalist in the Parmee Prize for Entrepreneurs at Pembroke College, Cambridge.
We have been an official supplier with Rock My Wedding. They choose only the very best wedding suppliers and we're proud that they invited us to join their hand-picked selection of outstanding suppliers.
We have become the first port-of-call for British couples looking to hire the finest wedding bands UK has to offer.
Having provided the live music entertainment for thousands of weddings and events worldwide, we were often asked by clients if we provided other entertainers aside from bands.
We now offer a full range of entertainment options for weddings and corporate events, from fire dancers and magicians to acrobats and stilt walkers, including other professionals such as wedding photographers.
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