How it works
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.
Reviews from local events in France
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Exceptional Musicians - A Night to Remember! I cannot recommend The Craftsmen highly enough! This incredible live music group performed at my 50th birthday celebration, and they were simply outstanding from start to finish. Professionalism: From the initial booking process through to the end of the evening, Les Craftsmen's professionalism was impeccable. They arrived on time, were perfectly prepared, and adapted seamlessly to our event's atmosphere. Musical Talent: Their musical abilities are extraordinary. Les Craftsmen managed to create the perfect soundtrack for our celebration, reading the room beautifully and adjusting their live repertoire to match the energy and mood of our guests throughout the evening. Audience Connection: What truly set Les Craftsmen apart was their ability to connect with our diverse group of guests. They had everyone engaged - from intimate background music during dinner to getting the whole party dancing late into the night. Even our guests commented on how talented and charismatic the band members were. Versatility: Their range is impressive. Les Craftsmen effortlessly moved between different musical styles and genres, catering to all ages and musical tastes among our guests. This versatility made our celebration truly special and inclusive. Creating Magic: Les Craftsmen didn't just play music - they helped create an unforgettable atmosphere. They understood that live music is the heartbeat of any celebration and delivered exactly that with passion and energy. Our evening was absolutely perfect, and a large part of that success was due to Les Craftsmen's exceptional live performance. Our guests are still talking about how wonderful the music was! If you're looking for a live music group that combines exceptional talent with professionalism and the ability to make your event truly memorable, look no further than Les Craftsmen. They exceeded all our expectations. Highly recommended without any hesitation!”
Booked The Craftsmen for a birthday party in Montreuil-sur-Mer, France
“Coming from Ireland , we wanted to ensure that our guests and ourselves especially would enjoy the music being an integral part of any wedding . We could not be more happy with our band choice “The Rovers “ . Not only did they communicate incredibly well on the lead up to the wedding but they gave us a night to remember. The balance of music between the cocktail reception to post dinner to DJ was amazing . So many guests complimented them and they really did make our night . Thanks again , Tom & Gemma”
“This band was the highlight of our wedding! They got all of our guests up out of their seats (and in many cases standing on top of their seats), with roaming guitar, drums, double bass and saxophone all playing a range of songs to fit the mood. Every single guest commented on how incredible the band was. The fact that they also double as a DJ until late into the night made it such an easy choice. Throughout the lead-up to the wedding, Sonny was so relaxed and stress-free, accommodating all of our requests including learning acoustic versions of songs for our aisle entrance/exit. This band will make your wedding the best night of you and your guests’ lives - we can’t recommend them highly enough!”
“This was our second wedding with Wandering Wonders, and I immediately knew again why I booked them in the first place. They truly know how to build up the live music during the day from intimate during the ceremony, to entertaining during the cocktail to Party vibes towards end of dinner. The perfect flow during the day. Next to this, they are super flexible, speak english very well, great and quick communication. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! All weddings in Paris & surroundings, or even further!”
Booked Wandering Wonders for a wedding at Domaine du Château de Mairy, Mairy-sur-Marne, France
“We are so grateful to the Rovers for entertaining our guests all day long at our wedding, from ceremony to the evening party! They are the most talented musicians, and their ability to bring energy is SO impressive. The dinner set was a real highlight of our wedding day and a moment that we know we will remember for the rest of our lives! Lots of our guests told us that they were the best wedding band they had ever seen. We are so thrilled that we picked them and we would recommend you in a heartbeat.”
“The Riviera Roaming Band were absolutely fantastic at our wedding! They were so fun & engaging and our guests had nothing but incredible feedback! The whole planning process was amazing too, with the team being so helpful at every stage, always on hand to answer all our questions and giving us the best advice possible. We would love so much to work with them again and would very highly recommend!! Thank you Riviera Roaming Band for making our wedding unforgettable <3”
Booked Riviera Roaming Band for a wedding at Le Domaine d'Essendiéras, Saint-Médard-d'Excideuil, France
“We chose this wonderful strolling band for our guest’s welcome dinner at a French chateau, and they completely elevated our garden‑side evening. Their warm, lively acoustic performance created such a joyful, relaxed atmosphere for our guests. Roaming gently across the lawn, they brought wonderful live music close to everyone, blending perfectly with the magical chateau setting. Highly professional, full of energy and great taste in song choices — an absolute highlight of our wedding weekend.”
Booked Wandering Wonders for a wedding at Château du Grand-Lucé, Le Grand-Lucé, France
“Hello Ed, Thank you so much for your email. The Buddies were really good and friendly! The couple really enjoyed their presence and thanked them at the end. All the guests had a great time! Thank you again for all your assistance and best wishes for this season. I have added your contact details to my list of vendors and I will recommend your company when I have similar requests. Cheers, Elisa.”
Booked The Buddies for a wedding at La Badelle, Gordes, Provence, France
“We booked The Artists for our wedding. What can I say: absolutely incredible !! All our guests - and we of course too - loved them! This is THE band in France to book for weddings, parties or similar. Thank you Jonny - you are a legend!”
Booked The Artists for a wedding at Castle Robernier, Montfort-sur-Argens, France
“The Travellers absolutely exceeded our expectations. They were fantastic from start to finish and we’ve had nearly every guest ask us the name so they can use them for their future weddings too! Strongly recommend :)”
Booked The Travellers for a wedding at Château de Robernier, Montfort-sur-Argens
“★★★★★ WOW WOW WOW!!! What can I say?! Sonny and the team were more than 5 stars genuinely 10/10. I honestly can’t put into words how amazing this band were and how much our guests enjoyed them at our wedding. From the very beginning, Sonny put us completely at ease. His communication was on point, everything was clear and organised, and we had absolutely zero doubts that we were in good hands. The professionalism of the whole band was outstanding. They went above and beyond to make sure our needs were met, took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and made sure we were completely comfortable with the set list. And then… THE VIBES!!! Absolutely unreal. What really separates these guys is their ability to read the room. They knew exactly when to engage the crowd, when to lift the energy and how to keep everyone involved. The dance floor and atmosphere were incredible. We had our children at the wedding and, at one point, they even performed Baby Shark to keep them entertained 😂 little touches like that showed just how adaptable and brilliant they are. Honestly, Sonny and the team are a hidden gem. If you’re considering booking them for your wedding or event, DO IT. Thank you for helping make our wedding so special. ❤️ 10/10. Couldn’t recommend them highly enough.”
“My wife and I booked the Sunset Roamers for our wedding. We were absolutely delighted with their performance: in tune, in time and on time. We would recommend them without hesitation.”
More Information About Strolling Bands
So how does it work?
Acoustic strolling bands
We feature the best acoustic strolling bands. This option is very popular for smaller weddings or where your wedding venue has a strict sound limiter. A strolling 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 strolling groups over the next few months.
The bands tend to stroll 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.
Strolling brass bands
Another popular option is to book a strolling 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 strolling 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 strolling 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.
Why Hire a Strolling Band?
Strolling bands are a brilliant choice, especially for afternoon entertainment at your wedding. They epitomise summer and are perfect for strolling through your guests at drinks receptions, as they stroll and wander through the crowd.
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.