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About Our Roaming Bands in France

We at FixTheMusic have curated the finest acoustic strolling bands in France. All of our roaming bands are available to perform throughout France at weddings, corporate events and luxury parties.

The traditional strolling band is most popular in towns along the French Riviera, particularly in Cannes and around Nice. They typically comprise acoustic guitars, singers and possibly a saxophone and cajon.

A wandering band is the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail party, wedding ceremony or any other occasion where mingling with guests is required. They are particularly popular because of their lively interaction with guests.

The groups are often referred to as "troubadours". This word derives from the minstrels and singers who used to wander through France in the 12th and 13th centuries performing for noble families.

About Our Carefully Curated Selection of Roaming and Strolling Bands Available on the French Riviera

FixTheMusic has chosen only the very best acoustic roaming or strolling bands who are available for weddings and events on the French Riviera.

Each roaming band has been hand-picked by our team based on their musicality, professionalism and their ability to get your guests dancing.

Most of the acoustic bands consist of a singer or two, acoustic guitar, cajon or other percussion and double bass. Occasionally the bands might also add a saxophone to the line-up.

The strolling bands are particularly in-demand on the French Riviera to roam or wander amongst guests, usually on the dancefloor or often at drinks receptions at weddings or corporate events.

They usually engage with people as they roam, encouraging guests to sing along with them or dance at the same time.

Roaming bands on FixTheMusic have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment.

Reviews from local events in Montpellier

We had Cocktail Jam play at our corporate event last week and they were brilliant. They arrived in plenty of time, got set up with no fuss and were super easy to work with. The music was a great mix that suited everyone in the room, and they really brought the party vibe. They had people up dancing in no time and we had loads of great feedback from our delegates afterwards. Would definitely book them again! 🎶

Megan Wright · 30 Apr 2026
Booked Cocktail Jam for a corporate event at Horizon Resort Massane, Baillargues, France
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Just PERFECT!! I highly recommend, he showed great professionalism, it's obvious he knows his work and it's so reassuring. Only heard praise from our guests. The most important thing in a wedding in my eyes is the atmosphere and it was successful thanks to him. Another big THANK YOU!

Julie Sanche · 19 Sep 2025
Booked The Exclusive DJ for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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We will not hesitate to recommend Bright Hours Duo. Their professionalism and their musicality, the atmosphere they created with their presence, everything was perfect for our wedding. The virtuosity of both musicians was obvious. They customized the program to satisfy our musical preferences.

Andy & Kimberly Sedwill · 20 Aug 2025
Booked Bright Hours Duo for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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Un très joli duo plein d'énergie ! J'ai eu l'occasion de faire appel à eux pour un mariage que j'ai organisé en mai dernier. Malgré la petite pluie passagère, ils on su s'adapter et rester professionnel. Les mariés et les invités étaient ravis, un plaisir pour les oreilles. Je recommande vivement !

Amélie Despinoy · 11 Aug 2025
Booked The Chic Duo for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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Nous avons fait appel à ce groupe pour une soirée avec des clients et ne regrettons pas notre choix ! Musiciens disponibles, à l'écoute et très professionnels.

Thom Boucher · 7 Aug 2025
Booked Athena Acoustic Band for a corporate event in Montpellier, France
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The Exclusive DJ is very professional, listening to the bride and groom, attentive to our requests, our musical tastes (favourite songs, hated songs)!!! Highlights, such as the aperitif, the entrance to the room, the opening of the ball have been well prepared!!! He is also in connection with witnesses if surprises prepare themselves in the bride and groom's back!! Our wedding was a real success!!!! Many thanks and a long career to you!!!

Marion & Damien Duchamp · 15 Jul 2025
Booked The Exclusive DJ for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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A magic moment! Bright Hours Duo gave us a good time, appreciated by all our guests as well as by ourselves. The proposed repertoire was perfect. Just like the different interpretations, especially with the special adaptation of one of our songs. The exchanges prior to the wedding were very professional, as was the organization on the day. We recommend them without hesitation!

Nicholas MacKey · 19 Jun 2025
Booked Bright Hours Duo for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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Merci pour cette superbe soirée, nous avons encore des refrains dans la tête et des fourmis dans les pieds. Vous avez enchanté tout le monde. Merci encore, Véronique.

Veronique Fontaine · 14 May 2025
Booked The Chic Duo for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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Notre cérémonie a été merveilleusement illuminée par vos choristes et votre pianiste ! Nous sommes musiciens et avons particulièrement apprécié les harmonies et la qualité de vos interprétations. Nous tenons également à remercier tout particulièrement la coordinatrice du groupe qui a su nous accompagner, nous conseiller, et qui a pris soin de satisfaire nos demandes. Toute notre famille et nos amis garderont, grâce à vous, le souvenir de notre cérémonie de mariage. Nous ne manquerons pas de parler de vous dès que nous en auront l’occasion.

Sébastien et Delphine Gosse · 15 Dec 2024
Booked The Marseille Gospel Choir for a wedding in Montpellier
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Un duo à coupé le souffle, ils sont aussi beaux à regarder qu’à écouter... Et si l’ont fait les deux en même, la magie s’installe...Présente sur le festival du mariage ce week-end, j’ai été conquise par leur magnifique duo. Bravo à vous deux, gardez votre énergie et votre sourire, vous êtes magnifiques!

Sabrina Lhuissier · 13 Dec 2024
Booked The Chic Duo for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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We have nothing but praise for the AMAZING DJ Glenny! From our planning stages to the wedding event itself, his attentiveness, good humour, and incredible skills made for a fantastic experience and VERY fun night! As my wife and I were brainstorming music possibilities for different parts of the ceremony and evening, DJ Glenny was very responsive and helpful, providing suggestions and sample playlists, and prompting us to think about details and moments that benefit from musical accompaniment that we had not considered, such as our entrance to dinner and our cake presentation. Thanks to his thoughtfulness and guidance we went into the wedding feeling very well covered on everything music. And indeed, the ceremony and dinner music was flawless. And when it came to the dancing -- WOW! We had provided DJ Glenny with a long list of favourite songs and artists, and he both incorporated these and took them as inspiration, applying his expertise to add all of the right songs and artists we had not thought of, making the night's set truly exceptional. His pacing and transitions were perfect, and his lighting of the dance floor set the mood for a party. And party we did! Our guests danced all night long, until 3:30 AM, which was later than planned, but DJ Glenny graciously and happily stayed on for an extra hour, making for an epic night. Throughout, so many of our friends raved to us about the music, saying DJ Glenny was by far the best wedding DJ they had ever experienced. We couldn't agree more! Thank you, DJ Glenny, for your professionalism, your attention to detail, your commitment, your positive vibes, your warmth, and your talent! We felt in very good hands with you from day one, and by 4 AM the night of the wedding DJ Glenny was not only a DJ but a friend. Having you as part of our wedding made it all the more magical and unforgettable!

Charlotte Perrottey · 12 Sep 2024
Booked DJ Glenny for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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Super ambiance pour votre cocktail de mariage.

Maeva Fuster
Booked The Chic Duo for a wedding in Montpellier, France
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View Some of Our French Roaming Wedding Bands Performing Live...

We've curated an outstanding selection of roaming bands in France...these are bands at the top of their game and in demand to entertain at weddings and corporate events throughout the country.

If you have a wedding or event coming up, feel free to browse and submit an enquiry on FixTheMusic.

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More Information About Our Professional Roaming Acoustic Bands for Hire...

So how does it work?

Amplified roaming bands

In NOMAD’s case, the lead singer uses a wireless mic of course. Backing vocals are provided by the other band members via headsets. Instruments-wise, guitar and bass are plugged into wireless battery packs and the drums are provided by a very nifty wheeled cajon.

The quality of amplified sound is impressive with deep bass and crisp highs – make no mistake, this is not sit-down entertainment, they will get you on your feet.

The band call their show a unique form of ‘dining entertainment’ and certainly they interact with the audience in a way that wasn’t technologically possible 10 years ago.

Acoustic roaming bands

There are also the world's best acoustic roaming bands or wandering bands featured on FixTheMusic – this option is very popular for smaller weddings or where your wedding venue has a strict sound limiter. A roaming wedding band will often perform a wide mix of pop covers – from the 60s to today's current hits, often with a slightly folk edge to the repertoire.

If you fancy transforming your birthday party, wedding reception or corporate event to a modern mediaeval banquet, then make an enquiry on FixTheMusic where we’ll be promoting a variety of wandering groups over the next few months.

The bands are also known as "wandering bands" – as they tend to wander in between and mingle with guests whilst playing their music and singing.

Most of the acoustic bands consist of a singer or two (usually male vocals, but often female too), acoustic guitar, cajon or other percussion and double bass. Occasionally the bands might also add a saxophone to the line-up.

Roaming brass bands

Another popular option is to book a roaming brass band – these modern brass groups are inspired by the roving New Orleans-style band but updated with a modern and often unusual twist. The bands usually feature trumpets, trombones and sousaphones, and occasionally a singer or even rapper to perform alongside them. These acoustic brass groups tend to be much louder than the acoustic guitar-based wandering bands, so are perfect for large public events (such as charity parades or marches).

Busking-style bands

Lastly, the bands are often described as a busking-style band. Indeed, part of the tradition of the roaming acoustic band does stem from busking musicians – traditionally, musicians performing live on the street would be acoustic of course as they would have no access to power or amplification.

Every roaming band for hire on FixTheMusic have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment.

View Some of Our Professional Wedding Bands, Musicians and DJs Based in the South of France

The Exclusive DJ
The Exclusive DJ
Wedding DJ
€2,853 (avg. price)
Montpellier, France
5 reviews
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The Chic Duo
The Chic Duo
Pop Covers Duo
Montpellier, France
9 reviews
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Bright Hours Duo
Bright Hours Duo
Acoustic Duo
€1,275 - €1,750
Montpellier, France
6 reviews
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The Montpellier Jazz Band
The Montpellier Jazz Band
Jazz & Swing Band
€1,841 (avg. price)
Montpellier, France
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Athena Acoustic Band
Athena Acoustic Band
Acoustic Wedding Band
€2,328 (avg. price)
Montpellier, France
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The Montpellier Swing Band
The Montpellier Swing Band
Swing & Jazz Band
€2,039 (avg. price)
Montpellier, France
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The Montpellier Jazz Collective
The Montpellier Jazz Collective
Jazz & Swing Band
€1,091 (avg. price)
Montpellier, France
12 reviews
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Acoustic Fire
Acoustic Fire
Acoustic Pop Covers Trio
€2,830 (avg. price)
Montpellier, France
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Moonshot Band
Moonshot Band
Wedding Band & Party Band
€1,353 (avg. price)
Montpellier, France
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The French Gipsy Kings
The French Gipsy Kings
Gipsy Kings Tribute Band
€6,620 (avg. price)
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The Twilights
The Twilights
Wedding Band & Party Band
€2,610 (avg. price)
2 reviews
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The Marseille Gospel Choir
The Marseille Gospel Choir
Gospel Choir
8 reviews
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The Marseille Soul Band
The Marseille Soul Band
Soul & Funk Band
€2,836 (avg. price)
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The Sure Things
The Sure Things
Wedding Band & Party Band
€3,000 - €8,000
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Funk Mode
Funk Mode
Soul, Funk & Pop Covers Band
€3,000 - €7,000
27 reviews
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The Whiskey Boys
The Whiskey Boys
Wedding Band & Party Band
€1,403 (avg. price)
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Swing Thieves
Swing Thieves
Jazz, Pop & Soul Band
€1,500 - €2,500
13 reviews
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Cocktail Jam
Cocktail Jam
Wedding & Party Band
€1,950 - €2,500
6 reviews
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The Sabres
The Sabres
Wedding Band & Party Band
€3,000 - €4,500
17 reviews
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Vital Signs
Vital Signs
Wedding Band & Party Band
€2,500 - €4,000
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Some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Hiring a Roaming Band for Your Wedding or Event...

Roaming bands are a brilliant choice, especially for afternoon entertainment at your wedding. They epitomise summer and are perfect for wandering through your guests at drinks receptions.

Below are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about hiring a roaming band, which we hope will act as a definitive guide for booking a wandering band for weddings and events.

What is a roaming band?

A roaming band is a group of musicians who perform without cables and wires, allowing them to roam or wander freely, rather than remaining in a more static position like regular amplified bands. The vast majority of roaming bands perform as acoustic bands, i.e. without any amplification. It is this absence of a PA system and audio cables that means the roaming bands can stroll around the venue. Roaming bands require almost no time to set up or sound check, and can simply un-pack their instruments and start performing.

Can roaming bands perform outside?

Yes! This is what they do best. If the weather is good, our roaming bands will be more than happy to play outside. Bear in mind, if the sun is too strong or if it starts to rain, the band may request to be under cover. Their instruments (especially older violins) are very susceptible to changes in the weather and can be damaged otherwise. Our roaming bands are the perfect accompaniment to outdoor parties and wedding receptions.

Can the roaming bands take requests on the day?

Yes! Our roaming bands are perfect for interacting with guests at your wedding and they will be more than happy to take requests from revellers on the day. They might not know every song thrown at them but will do their best to play as many as possible.

How long do the roaming bands perform for?

They normally perform 2 x 45 minute sets with a short break in between. As the bands generally don't use any amplification for assistance, it can be incredibly tiring for the singers if they were to perform for much longer.

How long does it take for a roaming band to set up and sound check?

Most roaming or strolling bands will arrive around an hour or so before they are scheduled to perform at your wedding or event. One of the great things about wandering bands is that they need very little time to set up – essentially they just need to unpack their instruments and then they're pretty much ready to go! And without any PA system, cables or wires to worry about, they also don't need to do any sound check. So no need to worry about the band disturbing your guests while they get ready!

What are the advantages of hiring a roaming band?

Roaming bands are one of the most exciting forms of modern entertainment on the musical scene at the moment. They are highly interactive and perfect for engaging with audience members and guests. Our roaming and wandering bands are particularly popular at corporate events and product launches in the UK. They stand out from the usual function band and immediately draw attention from guests. Wandering Three recently performed at Tobacco Dock in London to over 3,500 guests at a tech conference as the "roaming entertainment" or "walkabout entertainment". The hosts loved them and they received multiple enquiries for weddings and other private events following this event. They also recently strolled up and down Regent Street, London as part of the roving entertainment for their 200th anniversary celebrations in December, performing for the public in various shops and on the street.

How much does a roaming band or wandering band cost to hire?

This is a very popular question. The answer will depend on a few factors – such as how far they have to travel from their location to get to your venue, how long you want the musicians to perform for, and how many musicians and singers are in the roaming band. The prices usually start at around £1,800 (€2,100) for a 3-piece acoustic roving band. The most prestigious of the roving bands charge much more than this (from around £5,000 in the UK or €10,000 or more if you're hiring a roaming band from the south of France), and also if you book an amplified roaming band, then this will also be more expensive as the band will need to cover the equipment costs and the extra set-up and soundcheck time required. Each roaming band will provide you with a bespoke quote for your wedding or event when you enquire on FixTheMusic.

How long will it take to receive a quote from your roaming bands?

Most of our roaming bands are quick to respond to enquiries. The average response time is around 3 or 4 hours. Some bands can send you their quote more quickly than this, but it can take a few hours to check availability with each of the band members.

Can the roaming bands provide my venue with PLI and PAT certificates?

Most UK wedding venues request bands to provide Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and Public Liability Insurance (PLI) certificates. All of the roaming bands recommended on FixTheMusic hold PLI, usually as part of their membership of a musicians union or other organisation. As the roaming bands tend to perform acoustically and without a PA system or other electronic equipment, a PAT certificate usually isn't required, but feel free to discuss this with your band in advance.

About FixTheMusic

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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.

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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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